Library Resources for ACC Values & Theory of Change: Start Strong

The Student Learning Toolbox for student success links you directly to the many student support services offered by Austin Community College.

Find shortcuts :

• Can you help me get started with answering my technology questions at ACC?
• How do I manage my job, kids and my courses at ACC? 
• How can I learn how to take notes in my classes?
• Can I paraphrase when I am writing a paper or is that plagiarism?
• Does ACC have test preparation materials for  Biology?
• Where can I get help for one of my assignments?
• What is APA style?
• How am I going to get all my papers and assignments done on time?
• What is Blackboard?
• How do I learn how to research the way the professor said in class?
• Do I need an iPad or tablet to download library ebooks?
• How can I get better at taking tests?
• How do I find peer-reviewed journals?
• Are tutors available at ACC?
• I'm anxious about my test - what do I do?

• ACC Student Technology Services

  Request an iPad, webcam, USB microphone and more; pickup an iPad, Tech Support for Student Tech items

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Check out a Student Technology Devices

• Webcams
• USB Microphones
• Calculators - also available at ACC Libraries
• Headset
• iPads
• Laptops for specific programs

• FAQs for Student Tech

Need help from a Librarian now? Chat with a Librarian 24/7

Have more time? Set up a Zoom a Librarian appointment in Blackboard

Khan Academy: Access classes on everything from coding to art history.

Coursera: Take interactive courses from top universities and earn accredited degrees.

Duolingo: Learn languages through gamified courses and instant feedback.

TED: Explore a vast library of videos on diverse topics.

CliffsNotes: Study popular literary titles with interactive quizzes and audio overviews.

Perplexity: Enhance your research skills with AI-assisted queries.

ChatGPT: Improve learning and productivity with AI-driven conversations and assistance.

Steppingblocks: Get data-driven career guidance and customize your course load with in-demand skills.

Evernote: Organize notes, record lectures, and save photos of the blackboard.

Google Drive: Collaborate on documents, slides, and sheets for group projects.

Notion - Note taking app 

Grammarly: Improve your writing with a comprehensive online assistant.

Brainscape: Create and study flashcards with custom content.

Flashcard Machine: Make interactive flashcards with photos and media.

Merriam Webster: Trusted dictionary for definitions and synonyms.