Self-directed tutorials
Learn at Your Own Pace
Self-directed online tutorials offer an opportunity to learn at your own pace and develop the skills that will prepare you for your studies and academic success.
- JumpStart your learning
- Learn what it means to be a university student in your first year and beyond.
- Critical thinking
- Learn by developing your analytical skills.
- Online learning readiness
- Learn how to be a successful online student, and understand the skills associated with a virtual learning environment.
- Understanding generative AI
- Learn the basics of GenAI, and understand how to use the tools responsibly and ethically.
- Getting started in grad school
- This tutorial is designed to guide you on your learning journey as you prepare to meet the challenges and expectations of your new graduate program.
Guides
Learn by exploring specific topics
These guides provide essential information about specific topics that will be helpful in your studies.
Citation practices and styles
Master proper citation techniques for commonly used citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) including citing archival sources, data/statistics and Gen AI tools.
Study skills and learning strategies
Develop essential study skills and habits that can make your time at university easier and more successful.
Graduate writing
Gain insight into graduate-level writing expectations and learn strategies to meet your writing goals and build your confidence as a writer.
English as an additional language
This guide aims to help you master your English and language skills and find your academic voice, while balancing the needs of your intended audience.
Generative AI
Learn about the applications of GenAI tools, and how they can enhance research, teaching and learning. Also understand the challenges and limitations of AI integration.
Writing help
Explore resources and information to develop your academic writing and communication skills.
Technology toolkit
Learn about the technology tools available to USask students and how they can support your academic success.
Math and Stats help
Learn about various Math and Stats resources.
Videos and workshop recordings
Learn by watching
If you were unable to attend a previously offered academic skills or writing workshop, we have a selection of video recordings of those workshops that you can review at your leisure.
Study and exam skills
Topics include reading and notetaking; writing multiple choice exams; exam-writing tips and strategies; combating procrastination; creating schedules and minimizing distractions; and more.
Undergraduate writing
Topics include punctuation 101; powerful paragraphs; writing your first university paper; science writing basics; dealing with writing anxiety; writing clearly and concisely; and more.
Undergraduate research
Topics include developing a research question; narrowing and refining a research topic; how to create a research poster, and more.
Citation styles and software
Topics include using Zotero, EndNote, and Mendeley to manage citations; BibTex and LaTex; introduction to common citation styles like APA and Chicago; and more.
Transition to grad school
Topics include academic culture shock; mapping your degree; SMART goals; managing readings in graduate school; comprehension and retention strategies; managing procrastination in graduate school; and more.
Graduate writing
Topics include strategies for writing strong scholarship essays; writing effective abstracts; flow and coherence in writing; integrating evidence into your writing; reflective writing; and more.
Graduate research
Topics include copyright and your thesis; predatory publishers; comprehensive searching for your literature review; open access publishing for your research articles; crafting poster presentations; and more.
Tip sheets and handouts
Quick reference materials
- Study Skills & Learning Strategies: Tip Sheets
- Online resources and tip sheets.