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by Hubert Aguilar
Twelve Top Websites that are Valuable Resources for Learning at a Distance
When you are a distance-learning student, you quickly learn you need all of the help you can get to be successful. Use these twelve great websites as resources to help you get the grades you deserve.
Wikipedia.org
This fantastic website has millions of articles and bits of information on almost anything you could ever want to learn about. It is a free online encyclopedia of open information. It is available in many different languages, just in case you need to access information in a language other than English. It is free to use and can really help you with research papers and any other research you need to do while a student online. One of the best things about Wikipedia.org is while some encyclopedias only offer traditional information; this site offers current history as well as information on cultural things like slang words, community events, and even Internet terms.
NyTimes.com
If you need a site to get articles on current events, NyTimes.com is one of the best you can visit. This great newspaper offers free accessible articles each day that students can use for personal education or for a class. You can also access stock quotes and much more.
Dictionary.com
In the past, students have always lugged around thick dictionaries to use when writing papers and completing assignments. However, with more students learning online, it only seems appropriate that there is a new and easy to use dictionary online. You can visit Dictionary.com for all of your spelling and definition needs.
Thesaurus.com
Just as dictionaries are needs, so is the thesaurus. If you are a distance-learning student, you will need to utilize thesaurus.com to get the best grades on your papers. Bookmark it just in case you forget about it.
Encarta.com
Online students know they often need more than one encyclopedia source. In this case, Encarta.com is another great source for reliable research and in depth information on almost anything you can think of. While it is not as "hip" as Wikipedia.com, it still contains an abundance of great information for online students to use.
Google.com
As you study, you may come across something you just don't understand. Or, you may find a person in history you would like to learn more about. If this is the case, Google.com is the site for you. You can "google" almost anything and find out whatever it is you want to know.
Amazon.com
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I believe that if we are to survive as a planet, we must teach this next generation to handle their own conflicts assertively and nonviolently. If in their early years our children learn to listen to all sides of the story, use their heads and then their mouths, and come up with a plan and share, then, when they become our leaders, and some of them will, they will have the tools to handle global problems and conflict.
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All students need to purchase textbooks and other books for reference. Amazon.com is one of the best places to buy these things. Not only does Amazon.com offer the best deals on new books, they also offer you the option to purchase used books, which is a good idea for many online students.
Calculator.org
If you are taking a math course online, you certainly may need a good calculator website to assist you with homework. Check out calculator.org for anything you need in the area.
Math.com
For an even better math website, Math.com not only provides you with various different calculators, but also with tutorials and general help in many different areas of math. There are converters, tables, and many other tools that will help any online student get through their math course with no problem.
Grammarbook.com
Many distance-learning courses require students to write papers, since taking tests and doing homework can complicate the online process. Therefore, knowing proper grammar is a must if you want to pass with flying colors. Grammarbook.com is the best site for any questions you may have about grammar rules and punctuation.
Studentdump.com
This great website is a must for all online students. You can use the message boards to get help with homework problems you are stuck on, advice on education, and other great things. You can chat and virtually meet many students like yourself. A good support system like the one at studentdump.com is important for any online student.
Brainmass.com
Although this site is a little pricey at times, it can be great if you need professional help in a jiffy. It is also much less expensive than hiring a tutor. Use this site to post homework problems or to get your essay critiqued and proofread. You will find their advice is professional and accurate.
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