{"id":798,"date":"2026-08-13T11:15:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T17:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boisestate.edu\/firstyearmath\/?page_id=798"},"modified":"2026-09-23T10:26:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T16:26:34","slug":"study-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.boisestate.edu\/firstyearmath\/student-resources\/study-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Study Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-how-to-turn-documents-into-pdfs\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Math giving you a hard time? This page is dedicated to providing you with various study tips to add to your tool box as you conquer your math class! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"study-tips\">Click on a study tip below to learn more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:firstyearmath@boisestate.edu\">Have your own study tips to share? Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"panel s-wrapper site-panel site-panel--cardgrid top-padding--add_padding bottom-padding--add_padding\"\n\t\t\t\t data-index=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t data-js=\"panel\"\n\t\t\t\t data-type=\"cardgrid\"\n\t\t\t     \n\t\t\t\t data-modular-content>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"l-content--outer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"l-content--inner site-panel--cardgrid--stack\">\n\n\t\n            <header class=\"s-header s-header--inner\">\n\n            \n\n            \n<h2\n\t\tclass=\"site-panel__title s-title h2\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tStudy Tips\n\n<\/h2>\n\n                            \n            \n        <\/header>\n    \n\n\t\n    <div class=\"s-content\">\n        <div class=\"g-row g-row--col-2 g-row--col-4--min-full\"\n             data-depth=\"0\"\n             data-name=\"cards\"\n             data-livetext>\n\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-tutoring-support\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTutoring Support\n\n<\/h3> Tutoring Support<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTutoring Support\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-pomodoro-technique\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tPomodoro Technique\n\n<\/h3> Pomodoro Technique<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tPomodoro Technique\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-timely-math-tutor\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTimely Math Tutor\n\n<\/h3> Timely Math Tutor<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTimely Math Tutor\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-peer-academic-coaching-pacs\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tPeer Academic Coaching (PACs)\n\n<\/h3> Peer Academic Coaching (PACs)<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tPeer Academic Coaching (PACs)\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-Understanding-topic-goals\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tUnderstanding Topic Goals\n\n<\/h3> Understanding Topic Goals<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tUnderstanding Topic Goals\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-avoid-multitasking\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tAvoid Multitasking\n\n<\/h3> Avoid Multitasking<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tAvoid Multitasking\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-taking-active-notes\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTaking Active Notes\n\n<\/h3> Taking Active Notes<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tTaking Active Notes\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-quiz-yourself\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tQuiz Yourself\n\n<\/h3> Quiz Yourself<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tQuiz Yourself\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-canvas-calendar\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tCanvas Calendar\n\n<\/h3> Canvas Calendar<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tCanvas Calendar\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-weekly-study-schedule\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tWeekly Study Schedule\n\n<\/h3> Weekly Study Schedule<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tWeekly Study Schedule\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g-col\">\n                    \n<div class=\"c-card c-card--blue\">\n\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#h-how-to-turn-documents-into-pdfs\" target=\"\" class=\"c-card__link-wrap\"><span class=\"u-screen-reader-text\">\n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tHow to Create PDFs\n\n<\/h3> How to Create PDFs<\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<span aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n            <i class=\"c-card__icon c-card__icon--arrow c-card__icon--arrow--white\"><\/i>\n    \n\t<div class=\"c-card__content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n        \n            \n                            \n<h3\n\t\tclass=\"c-card__title\"\n\t\t>\n\n\tHow to Create PDFs\n\n<\/h3>\n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-tutoring-support\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-tutoring-support\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tutoring Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boisestate.edu\/firstyearmath\/math-tutoring\/\">The Math Learning Center<\/a>&nbsp;offers free math tutoring for all First-Year Math courses, as well as some calculus courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fall and Spring Semester<\/strong><br><strong>In-Person: Drop-in only<\/strong><br>Monday \u2013 Friday: 9 am \u2013 5 pm<br>Sunday: 2 pm \u2013 7 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual: Appointment only<\/strong><br>Monday \u2013 Friday: 4 pm \u2013 7 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mywco.com\/firstyearmath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-pomodoro-technique\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-pomodoro-technique\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pomodoro Technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mNBmG24djoY&amp;t=1s\">pomodoro technique <\/a>is a popular time-management method that boosts focus and productivity by breaking work into 25-minute intervals called pomodoros, separated by a short 5-minute break. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are ever feeling unmotivated to work on your homework, using a <a href=\"https:\/\/pomofocus.io\/\">pomodoro timer<\/a> is a great way to chunk up your work and still allow yourself time to relax!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\" id=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-timely-math-tutor\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-timely-math-tutor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timely Math Tutor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TimelyMathTutor\">Timely Math Tutor<\/a> provides clear, concise math explanations tailored to your curriculum or learning platform. Each video is designed to feel like having a personal tutor guiding you step-by-step through the type of problem you want to master. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lessons are presented without faces or distractions, focusing purely on understanding. Every explanation aims to teach the &#8220;why&#8221; behind each step, not just the &#8220;how&#8221;, helping you build real problem-solving intuition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\" id=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-peer-academic-coaching-pacs\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-peer-academic-coaching-pacs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Peer Academic Coaching (PACs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boisestate.edu\/aasc\/peeracademicconsultants\/\">Peer Academic Coaches (PACs)<\/a>&nbsp;are peers who provide one-on-one consultations that focus on developing successful academic skills and habits. Consultation topics include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Time management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study skills and test preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Note taking and reading strategies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic goal-setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizing your college life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-avoid-multitasking\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-avoid-multitasking\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Multitasking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid multitasking while studying. The human brain isn\u2019t built to focus on two complex tasks simultaneously. When you try to multitask, your brain rapidly switches back and forth between tasks ultimately draining your mental energy, increasing mistakes, and making it harder to retain information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also helpful to study in an environment that mirrors your exam setup. Look for a quiet spot on campus or in your dorm free from distractions. Training in a realistic environment will help both your mind and body feel calm and prepared on exam day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-taking-active-notes\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-taking-active-notes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taking Active Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=E7CwqNHn_Ns\">Taking active notes <\/a>forces your brain to process mathematical concepts in real time rather than passively reading through formulas and examples. Writing down steps in your own words, annotating key procedures, and working out sample problems by hand helps solidify abstract ideas into long-term memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, creating clear, personalized notes provides a organized study guide to review before exams, making it easier to pinpoint areas where you need further practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-quiz-yourself\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-quiz-yourself\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quiz Yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistent self-testing is one of the most effective ways to retain math concepts. Beyond the automated Knowledge Checks in ALEKS, practice quizzing yourself regularly using these tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CgEJMpoOweM\"><strong>ALEKS Review Mode:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a>Revisit and practice previously learned topics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/YoLjFfWSJGQ?si=vHpSmKuPijEFV6VO\"><strong>Custom Worksheets:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a>Generate individualized practice sets directly inside ALEKS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI Quizzing:<\/strong>&nbsp;Ask an AI assistant to generate practice questions tailored to your current module.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\" id=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-canvas-calendar\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-canvas-calendar\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canvas Calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your Canvas calendar is your central hub for tracking upcoming assignments and exams across all your courses. You can easily access it by clicking <strong>Calendar<\/strong> on the left navigation bar in Canvas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeping track of due dates and test schedules is key to a smooth semester. Plus, if you rely heavily on an external calendar app, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=r6ZkH8VnfmA\">you can subscribe to or feed your Canvas calendar <\/a>directly into your personal calendar so you never miss a deadline!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-weekly-study-schedule\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-weekly-study-schedule\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weekly Study Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visualizing your <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1OC8n0Bx1VzJsikmzZyLCf0gJoffAiuSJHgJncrb441A\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">weekly schedule <\/a>ensures nothing slips through the cracks\u2014from major assignment deadlines and work shifts to laundry and study blocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A weekly calendar broken into 30-minute time blocks is a game-changer for staying organized when the semester gets overwhelming. Start by blocking out non-negotiable commitments like classes, work, and meetings. Next, schedule dedicated time for recurring tasks like studying, tutoring, and errands. Finally, prioritize your well-being by building in time for hobbies, workouts, and friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-how-to-turn-documents-into-pdfs\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Turn Documents into PDFs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many first-year math and BSU courses require assignments to be submitted as PDFs. Learning to convert your work ahead of time ensures a smooth submission process and saves you an unnecessary email to your professor!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Canvas Mobile App:<\/strong> Take photos of your notes or written work directly through the app and submit them instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scanner Apps:<\/strong> Tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camscanner.com\/\">CamScanner<\/a> let you snap photos and effortlessly convert them into multi-page PDFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Need Tech Help?<\/strong> Stop by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boisestate.edu\/oit\/help-desk\/\">OIT Help Desk<\/a> on campus for hands-on assistance with file conversions and tech troubleshooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"h-Understanding-topic-goals\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-understanding-topic-goals\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Topic Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Personal weekly topic goals are posted on Canvas by Tuesday night and are due by Sunday at 11:59 PM. The number shown on Canvas represents the total <strong>cumulative<\/strong> topics required in your ALEKS pie, not the number of new topics to complete that week (e.g., a Week 5 goal of &#8220;94 topics&#8221; means reaching 94 total topics overall).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First-Year Math offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/scribehow.com\/o\/Sea5cKzzSPanEw8PKdHk4w\/viewer\/Understanding_your_Weekly_Topic_Goal__J0f4LyRJTfK7qfvAo1PWJA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/scribehow.com\/o\/Sea5cKzzSPanEw8PKdHk4w\/viewer\/Understanding_your_Weekly_Topic_Goal__J0f4LyRJTfK7qfvAo1PWJA\">step-by-step guide<\/a> on how to check your weekly topic goal, along with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=17ote70-0FA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=17ote70-0FA\">short video <\/a>explaining how topic goals work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#study-tips\">Jump Back to Study Tips<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Math giving you a hard time? 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