What is the fastest way to learn Math from the very basics thru the most advanced problems?

Answer 1

When I was 16, I finished differential equations and a three hundred level college class. I was able to do that because I really pushed myself to the limits. So if you want to learn math fast, be willing to spend 5 hours everyday doing nothing but problems and example problems. The goal must be to finish the book as fast as possible. By the time I was 18 I learned about several special functions such as Bessel's functions, hypergeometric functions etc. Some people say that it is more important to take it slow and "understand the material." Ok but if you follow that, then you will not be ahead. Most importantly you must have belief that you can do the problem. So get some books that have a lot of problems and example problems and get to work. Now!

Answer 2

Unless you're a genuis, some things take time and if you want to learn advanced mathmatics that's what it's going to take.

One approach to learning math would be to take courses, where you have an instructor to explain things and help you when you get lost. The other approach is to learn it on your own, but that takes a lot of self-discipline to be able to set a study schedule and stick to it; especially, when you get stuck.

As far as study materials go, you can either buy the books or go to the library or even get books from your local college book store when needed. It would probably be best to use the books from the library for the more basic stuff, but then you might want to buy the books for the more advanced math so that you have them as reference if you ever need them again (just a thought).

Several years ago, I went to college for computer programming and I decided to keep my books so that I would have them as future reference, and they did come in handy for classes that followed. It was pretty funny, when we needed the information and other's were hunting through their notes (some were hunting for there notes), and I had still had my book available. I almost laughed, but I didn't.

Answer 3

You sort of answered your own question. When you go back to the basics you re-lay the foundation for future problems. If you get a firm grasp of the basics then you can more readily apply formulas and equations.... Formulas and equations move from some abstract string of numbers to a scenario or situation with a relevant application.

Fastest Way? Remove all distractions and hit the books.

Answer 4

well i will tell u my xperiance
which i hope will atleast help some of u
i am an indian hailing from land of aryabhatta,ramanuja e.t.c
but from the time i was born, i had a difficulty to learn maths
in grade 10 we have to take a government exam
the previous exams i used to fail or evn get the lowest mark possible
but as the exam date approached i started practicing maths more than anything else . i used to work for 20 hrs atleast a day
MATHS AND MATHS ONLY -- that was my theme. the days were really hectic.
then in exams i got 83%

of course lord helped me a lot in all htis pursuits : i mean god

so my MANTRA is to STAY CALM,COOL AND PRACTICE

mantra means technique

happy learning maths
tom

Answer 5

There is a joke.

A man is walking down the street in New York City. He stops a passerby and asks, "How do you get to Carnegie Hall?" (A major concert hall where classical music is played.)

The passerby says "Practice".

That's my answer, "Practice".

For a good overview of math, I suggest the math books by Dr. Isaac Asimov. He'll take you from 1+1 = 2 all the way up as far as 99.999% of the people on earth could go.

Go to your library and ask the librarian for help if you don't know how to look them up.

Answer 6

I would say free online sites are the best way to learn quickly (and enjoyably). I am home schooling my kids and I have found all manner of educational web site - basic math, fraction, phonics, sentence structure, nutrition - everything. I would search Yahoo for free on line math games or math tutorials. I came across one that was just a practice site for SAT math problems - free. My kids are 3 & 6, so it was too advanced for them, of course - but I think there are on line resources for just about everything.

Peace!

Answer 7

I really struggled with math throughout secondary education until I had a math teacher in junior college who taught varying ways of attempting problems. There are multiple ways to learn remainders, ways of thinking about number systems, and different ways are easier for some people's learning styles. Look into various models of secondary math instruction in different countries - curricula, etc. and figure out what works for you.
Also, it became much easier for me when I had a practical project I wanted to get done which required different levels of math; I learned percent/fraction conversion in earnest through graphic design and accounting work; geometry and logic issues through programming and database design. Perhaps you need a focus.

Answer 8

Maths is best learnt by some simple methods-

1. Repetition- do same peoblems aover and over again till it gets ingrained in your memory.
2. Also at the very basic level, memorizing all the multiplication tables.
3. Another process is to simply time yourself for each problem and try to do it faster the next time.

Answer 9

My advice is to look for a small community college in your area and look to see if they offer basic math classes in the evening. These classes are usually very inexpensive and they are weeks long.

You could go at your own pace and learn basic to advance math.

Answer 10

Depending on the persons ability will set the speed. Starting with the basics, learn them well and advance problem by problem. If you don't learn the basics, you will never get to the advanced problems......as with anything that is worthwhile, practice, practice, practice. Take Care.