FUE | Future University in Egypt

 Future University in Egypt (FUE) affirms a commitment to “an atmosphere that values intellectual curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge while preserving academic freedom and integrity”. FUE is thus committed to creating environments where freedom of inquiry occurs in a climate of inclusiveness and civility. Central to this commitment is the principle of treating each member of the University community fairly and with respect. To encourage such behavior, FUE prohibits discrimination, disrespect, and harassment and provides equal opportunities for all community members regardless of their race, color, religion, ethnic origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender, or age.

 But before we begin, please note: online study guides should only be used to supplement course texts ― not replace them. In order to truly succeed, college students simply must complete any work they are assigned. Also note that copying materials from study guides is considered plagiarism, an offense punishable by suspension or expulsion from most places of higher-learning.

 At the college level, organizing course notes can be a time-consuming task in its own right. We've identified three sites whose software allows users to easily record and manage notes.

 Evernote: Originally launched in 2008, Evernote creates searchable, fully transcribed notes by capturing text, images, audio, and video files. Users can also bookmark certain sections, and then easily access them later. Key features include:

 Skitch, another app that lets users add signs, drawings, and other symbols to digital presentations, photos, and other media files.

 Penultimate, an application that allows tablet users to write and draw on their touchscreen using a special pen-like device.

 UberNote: This tool stores all course materials in a cloud-based location, making individual accounts accessible from any computer or web-supporting device. The user-friendly interface enables multi-page viewing, dragging/dropping, and other helpful functions.

 Zoho Notebook: This free online service is available to anyone who creates an account. The site is geared toward teachers and professors, allowing them to create live pages (known as ‘Books') and upload content to students who have been invited to the Book. Zoho Notebook is also useful for creating small study groups.

 Most educational experts agree flashcards are an effective way to memorize and retain key course information. While some students prefer traditional paper cards, the following sites provide great digital alternatives.

 StudyBlue: These free flashcards are fully customizable; users may choose their cards from a vast assortments of templates, or create their own designs. The StudyBlue app also allows mobile access to flashcards via smartphone or tablet.

 Specialized flashcard templates are available for certain academic subjects and exam prep

 StudyBlue account-holders can access an expansive, user-generated content library located on the company's website.

 Cram: More than 1.1 million users have obtained membership with this crowd-sourced flashcard site. Account-holders can create new flashcards by scratch or by importing content from their Google Drive database.

 Cram offers three mobile apps: Cram, Flashcard Elite, and FlashCards++; app designers are encouraged to submit their own designs for the chance to be featured on the site.

 Additional flashcards are available for law enforcement and military programs, common core testing, continuing education, and some non-academic formats.

 Quizlet: This site features thousands of user-generated, flashcard-style quizzes that cover everything from medical terminology to foreign vocabulary. A variety of formats, including a formal test and games like ‘Space Race' and ‘Scatter,' make this a great tool for learners of all ages.

 Specific flashcard sets are geared toward entrance exams like the SAT, LSAT, and GMAT, as well as high school-level AP courses and the GED exam.

 Flashcards also cover different topics related to five professional fields (law, medicine, banking, accounting, and technology).

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 These sites feature simple interfaces that allow students to create study groups, upload shared content to one place, and conduct web-based group meetings. Online small groups are especially helpful for individuals who value the collaborative experience, but are not necessarily able to make the time commitment for real-world meet-ups.

 Chegg: This crowdsourcing site allows users to submit questions and receive answers from other registered users. The site features a team of academic experts who address questions specific to their fields.

 Open Study: This site specializes in large, virtual study groups; offerings on-site include a math group with more than 168,000 members, a physics group with more than 28,000 members, and a history group with more than 29,000 members. Visitors can also get live assistance from subject experts and chat with fellow students.

 Open Study features its own points system that allows users to build a ‘SmartScore' and obtain site credentials attached to their usernames.

 Users can submit subject-specific questions and receive feedback from fellow Open Study account-holders.

 The site boasts more than 1 million site members in 160 different countries.

 In recent years, many online education providers have begun to offer open courseware: mini-classes pertaining to a specific subject free-of-charge. Although open courses don't award actual college credits, they are a great opportunity to explore concepts related to one's coursework and major. The following sites are considered some of the top open courseware providers:

 Khan Academy: One of the original purveyors of open courseware, Khan Academy offers dozens of courses related to five core subjects: math, science, economics/finance, humanities, and computing. Additional offerings include courses for entrance exam prep and ‘partner content' from institutions like the Museum of Modern Art and Stanford School of Medicine.

 The student pretest allows first-time visitors to gauge the areas where they could use the most supplemental assistance.

 Open course enrollees can record and track their progress using the site's Learning Dashboard.

 The site also allows educators to create course modules, and other adults to play the role of ‘Coach' for the students in their lives.