PGS – Learning Resources

PGS students can expect a fast-paced program that requires several hours per week reading materials, completing assignments and preparing for tests. The following online resources are available to assist students in the learning process.

Grammar Tutorials and Tips

• Purdue University's Online Writing Center: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl
• Common Errors in English Usage: http://www.wsu.edu/~brians/errors/index.html
• Communication Skills: http://www.khake.com/page66.html
• General writing, advice, aides and other resources: http://www.uwf.edu/writelab/

Paper Development

• Guidelines for Writing Academic Papers: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/
• Automated Tool for Developing a Thesis Statement: http://corptrain.phoenix.edu/thesis_generator/thesis_generator.html
• Tips for Developing a Thesis Statement: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/
• Guidance for Writing Various Types of Documents: http://www.khake.com/page66.html

Plagiarism

• Explanation of Plagiarism: http://www.lc.unsw.edu.au/onlib/plag.html
• Overview and How to Avoid Plagiarism: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/589/01

Research Guidance

• Tutorial on Researching: http://library.concordia.ca/help/tutorial/

Online Dictionary

• Merriam-Webster Dictionary: http://www.merriam-webster.com/
• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel Tutorials
• http://www.brainstorminc.com/cbt/microsoft/index.html
• http://www.baycongroup.com
• http://oregonstate.edu/instruction/ed596/ppoint/sld1.htm

Math

• Easy lessons for a variety of difficult mathematical problems: www.purplemath.com/ 
• Online math tutor available for a small fee: www.algebra-online.com
• Biblical Studies
• Biblical study aides and cross-reference of other versions of the Bible: http://www.biblegateway.com
• Maps to aid biblical scholars understand event location and context: http://www.keyway.ca/htm2002/keyway07.htm