At school my teaches' attitude was very aggressive. If our homeowrk was not right she will shout and get angry and will tear our homework pages in front of class. This type of attitude made me very nervous. I have never come across a teacher who was very aggressive like her. Two years later my new teacher stayed with us for about a month and then moved on to another school. He was very good and his way of teaching was excellent. To-date I still think of the new teacher. I know I would have done well with him. Teachers attitude does make a difference in students lives. We did not have parent guidance because my father was out of the country for four years. My mother spoke little english. So we were kind of lost. I have tried taking math classes at night and on TV but am finding it difficult to grasp the method. My math skills has let me down in progressing with math related jobs, though I have done well with my secretarial jobs. Can anyone help?
2006-07-28 04:54:39 · 13 answers · asked by Silpa M 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
I too had a similar experience 28 years ago at school that has affected my ability and confidence in maths. Anything remotely numerical had me in a panic attack and running to the loo to cry like a baby. Unbelievably embarrassing and humiliating.
I started college a few years back and everything was going well but the maths scared the pants off me. And at uni, i thought it would be worse. However, the maths lecturer was fantastic and took us through it step by step so that we could see the language at work, so i now realise it is a matter of a good and patient teacher added to plenty of practice.
Therefore my advice to you would be to spend some money on private tuition to get u started, then enroll in a college for standard grade maths (as it covers all the basics and you can progress to higher or A level) while keeping the tutor to help with difficult concepts and other tricky bits u might not have got in class.
I wish u the best of luck, and remember u are NEVER too old to enjoy learning.
PS mathlab is part of a campus service that needs an instructors code for u to enter the site.
2006-07-30 02:27:34 · answer #1 · answered by Allasse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think a yahoo answers maths class is the best one, but I am sure that you can get help to improve your maths ability. There is a condition that is visible in some children and that you MAY have. It is called dyscalculia and is basically finding the manipulation of numbers difficult. If I assume that you know and understand aritmetic ( times table, addition and so on), that you do not have dyscalculia. There is no reason other than the poor education that you have had in terms of maths.
I recommend that you do not get software, books or tv classes. What you need is a private tutor or classes where you can ask questions and learn about maths rather than be told about. Remember, learning is an interactive process. Excellent courses are available on the http://www.open.ac.uk website. Another option is for you to get a private tutor for a typical maths GCSE student, for around £15/ hour.
2006-07-28 12:59:06 · answer #2 · answered by Ben D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Algebra is a form of mathematics where UNKNOWN quantities are denoted by LETTERS.
They are generally used to solve EQUATIONS.
There are some basic rules in algebra which use letters, mathematical signs plus + , minus - multiply x and division /
BRACKETS are used to enclose symbols e.g. (a + b) = c
2(a + b) = c means :
Everything inside the bracket must be multiplied by 2 giving 2a + 2b = c
CROSS multiplication is achieved by DIVIDING both sides by 2
2(a + b)/2 = c/2
In the Left hand side the 2s top and bottom cancel out so:
(a + b) = c/2
Notice that the result of this is to take the 2 from the TOP left and transfer it to the BOTTOM right hence the term CROSS
These are some of the basic procedures and I would advise you to go to any second-hand bookshop and ask for a copy of a book on SIMPLE Algebra.
Read this carefully, working out some of the examples as you go.
When you have done this telephone your Local Education Office and ask them about FREE basic courses dealing with algebra.
If a = 7 and b = 6 what does c = in:
2(a + b) = c Work this out by substituting numbers for letters.
Should you require further guidance just pose another question.
2006-07-28 12:42:09 · answer #3 · answered by CurlyQ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is why American Math classes suck ...
The book gives you an example question such as 2+a=5 ... seems simple the answer is 3.
Question number 4 says:
2a+4b-c=5 ...
Do you understand ...
The examples are usally easy while the questions are much harder.
Each question should have an example of that same question with different numbers already solved(A business managers statistics book I had did this and it made statistics much more easier to understand). Instead they just give you one example that helps you with problem 1, but not 2 - 58.
2006-07-28 12:05:03 · answer #4 · answered by bone_daddys_waitress 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on how skilled you are in basic math would determine what you should do. I would suggest looking at the Saxon Math program for homeschoolers. It's a terrific, self-teaching math program (don't forget to order the test booklet). You can go online and check it out to find where you need to start. Algebra 1/2 (pre-algebra) might be a good one to get started with if you're pretty grounded in your basics. Whatever your choice, I hope it goes well!
2006-07-28 14:29:45 · answer #5 · answered by mommichka 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried going to your school board and
seeing if anyone is a tutor in math?
Sometimes teachers are willing to assist learners
like yourself. It can't hurt to phone some of the
schools and check it out. There might be an
ad in the local newspaper for a tutor. Don't give
up. I'm certain it will happen.
2006-07-28 14:07:08 · answer #6 · answered by tychi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Two ways come to mind, books or night school that teach the national cirriculum. For books search Amazon or visit your local Bookshop for Night school your local authority will have info on Adult education which should be accessible through the web or from your local library.
Good Luck
2006-07-28 12:03:45 · answer #7 · answered by Paul B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe try a course with the Open University http://www.open.ac.uk they do some foundation Maths Courses you might be interested in. Alternatively maybe an evening class at your local college.
2006-07-28 12:01:08 · answer #8 · answered by mr_krabs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Iteach Adult Basic Education voluntarily. It's a council-run thing and it'a free service. The tutors are infinitely patient and we put the learner first always. We gear our time to suit the learner. It's a great service. I'm sure there'll be one near you. Contact me for more info
2006-07-28 12:01:30 · answer #9 · answered by Patchouli Pammy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 39 and attending school again. I had to have 3 algebra courses. Our school uses a self paced learning online at
http://www.mymathlab.com/
Its worked great for me I got all A's. I havent had algebra since highschool so it was tough for me too
2006-07-28 13:09:34 · answer #10 · answered by Sad Mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋