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How would you recommend someone who doesn’t have the strongest basic math skills approach college level math courses?

I went to a French Immersion school and was not able to connect with the math teacher and learn as well as I would have hoped. I now struggle with math even though it used to be a course I enjoyed. I really want to major in chemicals I love science a lot but I know I would have to take some math courses. I want to know how I should approach these courses to get the most out of the class.

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Andrew’s Answer

Mathematics is the language of science and technology. It is imperative for you to attain competency and proficiency in mathematics up to at least calculus, if not higher, in your undergraduate career if you are to major in chemistry.

If you have issues with your math teacher and the learning environment, you may have to get on a Plan B for your math education. Luckily, there are many free online math books available to you. Take a look at this OpenStax website, https://openstax.org/subjects/math, and decide on which level of mathematics you would like to improve.
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Anthony’s Answer

I've had a similar experience when I took Calc 2 in college. The methods my professor used didn't connect with me and it made it very difficult to understand and follow the material. I tried my best to connect with other students in the class and then expanded my search to utilize the universities labs/study hours to try to find other sources. In the last decade, I feel like the amount of resources online have exploded with learning different techniques to understand concepts in math so it might take a little searching to find what connects with you the best but they're out there! Also, teachers and professors usually love what they do so even if you don't connect with one of them, you usually can ask others to help in the subject you're struggling with.
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Taylor’s Answer

I completely understand where you’re coming from. Mathematics can be incredibly challenging at times. As a previous math major myself, I remember how difficult certain concepts were to grasp. I truly admire your dedication to mastering the material.

One of the most helpful resources I relied on was the tutoring center at my university. I often spent hours there working through problems until I felt confident enough to continue studying and completing the assignments on my own. The tutors were an invaluable support system—many had either recently taken the same course or had extensive experience in the subject matter.

I can’t recommend using those resources enough. Seeking help is a sign of commitment to your success, not a weakness. There’s absolutely no shame in asking for assistance. It often makes all the difference.
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