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Boost your academic success at BYU–Hawaii by exploring the Academic Commons Resources.
From personalized Language & Speech support to interactive workshops and essential student resources, discover the tools you need to enrich your learning experience and excel in your studies.

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Language & Speech
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Language and Speech DVD Quizzes

July 08, 2020 01:46 PM
Looking for a more interactive way to study? Our DVD Quizzes offer a structured approach to learning new subjects. Explore various topics, engage with the content, and use our self-assessment quizzes to gauge your knowledge and prepare for upcoming exams.

Embark (Mobile app)

students walking in the hallways
Prepare yourself for face-to-face communication with Embark, a new mobile app in the Technology Assisted Language Learning (TALL) system for Church members.

Google Play: Android
iPhone App Store: iOS

Language Tests

July 22, 2019 08:39 PM
Students who have learned two or more languages outside of the university classroom may take the language aptitude test for academic credit at BYU–Hawaii

Online Workshops: Foundational Learning

November 20, 2019 05:24 PM
The Learning Foundation Workshops are a online training course about career exploration, how to learn, reading and writing strategies, personal management, and online learning.

Early Alerts

Early alerts are a proactive support system designed to help students succeed in their courses.

If an instructor notices you are struggling with coursework or missing classes, they may issue an alert to connect you with the right resources in order to provide timely assistance.

Algebra Resources

Khan Academic lays out the Algebra 1 curriculum into units, such as "Algebra foundations," "Solving equations & inequalities," and "Quadratic functions & equations."

Trigonometry Resources

This Trigonometry course is helpful for students because it provides a clear, structured, and comprehensive roadmap for learning the subject. It divides the entire course into four logical units (Right Triangles, Trigonometric Functions, Non-Right Triangles, and Equations/Identities), clearly listing all the lessons, quizzes, and unit tests within each one.

Calculus Resources

This Khan Academy Calculus 1 course page is incredibly useful for you as a student because it breaks down the complex topic of Calculus 1 into 8 manageable units (like Limits and Derivatives), with a clear list of 171 skills, allowing you to systematically track your progress and identify exactly what you need to study or review.

Microlabs

March 24, 2025 08:48 PM
Explore our comprehensive suite of Microlab courses designed to sharpen your skills and support your academic journey. Click below to view the available modules and start learning today.

Citation Style Help

Mastering academic formatting is essential for professional writing. Click here to access a comprehensive guide on correct citation styles, including detailed instructions for APA, MLA, and other widely used formats to ensure your work meets university standards.

APA Reference Section

Writing a paper in APA style doesn't have to be overwhelming. Click here for step-by-step help with APA references and formatting rules to ensure your academic work is accurate, properly cited, and ready for submission.

MLA Reference Section

Mastering MLA formatting is a key component of effective humanities and liberal arts writing. Click here to explore our comprehensive MLA reference section, featuring clear examples of in-text citations, works cited pages, and general paper formatting to help you maintain academic integrity.

Handouts

August 07, 2019 09:41 AM
The Rhetoric File at the Reading Writing Lab contains a wide variety of handouts to help students develop their literary prowess, from solving grammatical issues to discovering elements of style. Each file is available for download for educational use.