Whether you need help studying, want to learn something new, or just want to make life a little easier, there are tons of resources out here. We’ve created a list of helpful sites across the web that any student can appreciate. Some of these are specifically for students, others will just be helpful to improve study life. And, they’re all free! Check them out and see what works best for you.
Online Research:
Scrambling to find the data you need for a bibliography or to source your research is a thing of the past. Zotero is a software that helps you organize your research, search throughout the web, stores notes and research, plus automatically creates source listings for your data.
If you prefer to study with flashcards, go digital with this helpful site. Look through the flashcard library to use pre-existing sets, add images, audio, or video, and share with your classmates for collaborative studying.
Software:
All students are able to get a free Office 365 account, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote. You can also check out the Microsoft Virtual Academy for IT skills courses.
All students can download the 3D design software used by industry leaders worldwide, for free. Great news for anyone pursuing a career or study in design, engineering, or those who like to create for fun.
Student developers can also download free software for working on any computer programming.
Online Classes:
Enjoy free and open access to a selection of introductory courses taught by distinguished teachers and scholars at Yale University. These courses were recorded in the Yale College classroom and are available in video, audio, and text transcript formats. Dive deep into a topic you’re interested in over the summer or during your free time.
Open Yale Courses run their offerings through Coursera, as do dozens of other prestige universities. Take skills-based courses to boost your CV like programming or Excel skills for business. It’s a great way to learn more about a topic you’re interested in as well.
If you’re specifically looking to work on your IT skills, this is a great online course site. Take virtual classes to sharpen your abilities and make yourself a better candidate for employment.
Discounts:
Get discounts at top apparel stores, restaurants, bars, and more with this free app. All you have to do is download and scroll for the deal that you want to use.
Focus:
If you need music to help you concentrate, create the perfect blend of sound so you can focus with this cool sound site.
Chopra Center Guided Meditation
Meditation is proven to help reduce stress and make it easier to focus and be more productive during the day. These free guided meditation sessions are a great way to start.
Inspiration:
Learn from the world’s best with free access to the London School of Economics’ lectures, podcast, and special event speakers. Get the latest from top experts through their range of resources.
You’ve likely heard of Ted Talks before, but this site is still a great place to go when you need a little inspiration. Their speakers cover everything from science to world events to human psychology, and it’s easy to lose a few hours on there.