My maths is appalling, how can I improve it?

Question

English Language and Literature were always my strengths at school and university. Now that I'm 31, do you think that I should just accept that I will never be any good at Maths and hook up with someone who is? Or just improve my skills with some one on one private tuition?

The One Who knows.... your intelligence is very much a turn on... i hope you like dim women who are no good at maths.

Answer 1

accept the fact that to be good at english is quite easy.The fact that a lot of people can speak it proves this.To master mathmatics takes a lot of brains (and it has been proved a lot of good looks).Looking at your postings I would guess you have neither the skills or inclanation to master such a complex subject.I would find something you are good at (cyber sex for instance) and concentrate on that.Leave the mathmatics to the genium loci (thats latin for all you americans).


PS here is a mathmatics fact for you :

If you give me best answer (which I know you will) 22.56791 % of my total score will have come from you.Calculate the mean average of all my score to the points you have won me and then convert that into a fraction and i might be impressed.

Answer 2

Most probably you have a mental block produced by a mild phobia.

1. There are a number of branches of mathematics and you should first of all decide which branch or branches are of most use to you.

2. You should discover what your current level of comprehension is.

3. Try one or more of the 'Taster' courses provided free by L.E.A.s

4.If you really are as bad you make out think about a session with a hypnotherapist.

5. Avoid paying through the nose for private tuition. Working along with a small group will give you more confidence.

6. Add some 'DETAILS' to your question and I may be able to send you some maths books.

Answer 3

Not sure if this is goig to help or not. Like you English Language, writing, literature - I love and was always good at them, right through school. Learning, memory, no problems at all. I actually like studying. Maths? I always seemed to be a bit hit and miss. Once got on my school report..... Kelly has the ability, but not the inclination. My father not too impressed, but he didn't make too much of a fuss. Then later, I found I could cope with figures easily, but other times I couldn't Later again, I found out there are times when I am slightly dyslexic (or equivalent with numbers). Its not just figures, but photocopying is another example. If I have so many copies of so many sets, and someone interrupts me, or the machine gets jammed. I just cannot sort them out without help. If no help around, I have to start again. Curiously, I can't use a calculator, but I can add with pencil and paper! I get good days & bad days, even bad half days! I have now learned to recognise this. I once tried hypnotism, because this trait it is so aggravating. He told me not to waste his time and my money, because he couldn't hypnotise me. Colleges these days, do basic maths, with progressive classes. You could try and see how you cope. You may find, you gain a new ability. Then if you just can't cope.... "welcome to the club."

Answer 4

Formal training was already catered to you in ur prime.Now ,its up to you to put that on use and polish yr already existing skills.There is a limit to all that a private tuition can teach you at this age.But you can improve like this:
Do your basic math like addition of grocery costs, calorie count etc and other such everyday math mentally or atleast steer clear from using a calculator.
Solve math with yr child in his /her homework time.
Brush up on basics which ya learnt like integration or compound interest from internet online free tuitorials or buy a math book suitable for you.

Of course, first learn to LOVE math, thats how you can crack the mould.
Remember, education and knowledge are not transient and NEVER feel hesitant to learn more ,whether you are 11 or 31, learning is a continues process and be confident, not every one is a whiz at math, and even few take the pain to brush it up!

Your effort itself is laudable * claps*!!!

All the best pal!

Answer 5

loads of people dismissed themselves as being 'good at maths' when they were doing well at english....and because of this attitude found it hard to educate themselves and develop their mathematical thinking skills....it is not something you have to accept unless you want to...try exploring some open ended mathematical puzzles and using different support tools to get the skills to help yourself solve them...www.cut-the-knot.org is a good site if you're interested and try getting into the mind set of mathematical language and thinking......private tuition can help especially if it turns out the mathematician in question is very shaggable....life long learning works on so many levels!!!

Answer 6

Most people aren't as bad at maths as they think. Thy're just scared of it. They think they don't understand it so switch off. There is a good course called Free Standing Maths which deals with the real kind of maths we all need in our life i.e. Loans, credit cards, motgages, income tax and insurance etc. It touches on area, angles etc. It breaks down things like percentages, fractions into really easy terms. Forget algebra, equasions etc unless you are going to become a scientist. You don't need it.

Answer 7

Are you familiar with Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences? According to his research, people are smart in a number of ways (originally, he said 7; recently, it has been increased to 9). The different types of intelligences include verbal/linguistic (the one you seem to excel at), mathematical/logical (one you struggle with), visual/spatial, bodily/kinisthetic, intrapersonal, interpersonal, musical, and natural. The link below can give you some basic information on the intelligences and tips to improve them. The one you would be interested in is called "Logic Smart" on this site.

Answer 8

There are a lot of foundation math courses available at technical colleges either through day or night times. You could try one of your local colleges for availability. You can always try to improve yourself, never feel that you have to settle for not being good at maths.

Answer 9

I am a Japanese.

I was weak in mathematics at the age of a junior high school.

It was said to "enjoy study" when I talked with a teacher.

When I enjoyed it and studied, I became good at mathematics.

You think about means becoming pleasant and should study.

Answer 10

It's really practise. Get some books with maths tests and do a couple each night. If you feel you would benefit from a tutor, then ask around and see who is recommended.