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wyatt
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what to do to up my grades ?
i having trouble with math and i need help to figure out what to do
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Paul Iyoha, E.I.T
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Hello Wyatt,
I was fortunate to have a natural affinity for math, but I've seen many of my friends grapple with it. However, over our academic journey, I've witnessed their transformation from struggling with low grades to excelling with As in math. Here's how they achieved this:
1) We formed a study group: Despite my proficiency in math, I was at sea when it came to writing an English essay. So, we all pooled our strengths, forming a study group. They benefited from my math expertise, and I, from their skills in other areas. Group study is a highly effective method as it offers multiple viewpoints on a subject, which I highly recommend.
2) They didn't hesitate to ask questions in class, regardless of how silly they might seem: Never hold back from asking questions when something is unclear during a lesson. Understanding a topic in class from your teacher is far easier than trying to decipher it on your own.
3) They utilized YouTube videos for topics they found confusing: The internet is a treasure trove of resources to help you understand virtually anything. YouTube videos are particularly helpful, offering various approaches to understanding complex topics. Online experts simplify the subject matter into easy-to-follow steps and processes.
I strongly urge you to consider options (1) and (3) seriously, as I can vouch for their effectiveness in helping you overcome your challenges.
I was fortunate to have a natural affinity for math, but I've seen many of my friends grapple with it. However, over our academic journey, I've witnessed their transformation from struggling with low grades to excelling with As in math. Here's how they achieved this:
1) We formed a study group: Despite my proficiency in math, I was at sea when it came to writing an English essay. So, we all pooled our strengths, forming a study group. They benefited from my math expertise, and I, from their skills in other areas. Group study is a highly effective method as it offers multiple viewpoints on a subject, which I highly recommend.
2) They didn't hesitate to ask questions in class, regardless of how silly they might seem: Never hold back from asking questions when something is unclear during a lesson. Understanding a topic in class from your teacher is far easier than trying to decipher it on your own.
3) They utilized YouTube videos for topics they found confusing: The internet is a treasure trove of resources to help you understand virtually anything. YouTube videos are particularly helpful, offering various approaches to understanding complex topics. Online experts simplify the subject matter into easy-to-follow steps and processes.
I strongly urge you to consider options (1) and (3) seriously, as I can vouch for their effectiveness in helping you overcome your challenges.
Jasmin Garcia
Accounting
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Los Angeles, California
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Jasmin’s Answer
Hey there Wyatt,
Just like you, I've had my fair share of wrestling with math. I'd love to share some strategies that really made a difference for me.
1) One thing I found super helpful was taking detailed notes. I'm a big fan of colors and sketches, so I'd jazz up my notes with these after class. It made reviewing them a lot more enjoyable.
2) Another great approach is to reach out to friends or teachers for assistance. Often, they can offer a fresh perspective or a new way of explaining things that just clicks.
3) Lastly, the internet is a goldmine of resources. I would often search for instructional videos on topics I found challenging. It's amazing how a different presentation can make things clearer.
I genuinely hope these tips prove useful for you!
Just like you, I've had my fair share of wrestling with math. I'd love to share some strategies that really made a difference for me.
1) One thing I found super helpful was taking detailed notes. I'm a big fan of colors and sketches, so I'd jazz up my notes with these after class. It made reviewing them a lot more enjoyable.
2) Another great approach is to reach out to friends or teachers for assistance. Often, they can offer a fresh perspective or a new way of explaining things that just clicks.
3) Lastly, the internet is a goldmine of resources. I would often search for instructional videos on topics I found challenging. It's amazing how a different presentation can make things clearer.
I genuinely hope these tips prove useful for you!
Yaz M
Recruit
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Orlando, Florida
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Yaz’s Answer
I was really bad at Math when I was in school & even college!
These are somethings I have done to help myself:
1.) Ask my teacher or smart classmates for extra help.
2.) Try not to be shy when asking questions. This is hard because I know it can be embarrassing to sometimes ask what can seem to be silly questions when a teacher is expanding something, but chances are. There might be other people who didn't understand a Math problem/solution. So just being brave during class to ask for the teacher to go over the explanation again.
3.) Youtube has great instructors - maybe see if there is a video explaining what you need specific math help with
4.) Get a tutor. They might cost a bit, but they will be able to give you more detailed explanation at a pace that you set.
5.) Keep studying. Dont give up and keep making great notes and studying hard!
These are somethings I have done to help myself:
1.) Ask my teacher or smart classmates for extra help.
2.) Try not to be shy when asking questions. This is hard because I know it can be embarrassing to sometimes ask what can seem to be silly questions when a teacher is expanding something, but chances are. There might be other people who didn't understand a Math problem/solution. So just being brave during class to ask for the teacher to go over the explanation again.
3.) Youtube has great instructors - maybe see if there is a video explaining what you need specific math help with
4.) Get a tutor. They might cost a bit, but they will be able to give you more detailed explanation at a pace that you set.
5.) Keep studying. Dont give up and keep making great notes and studying hard!
Allison Bauer
Consultant
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New York, New York
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Allison’s Answer
Hi Wyatt,
I remember going into college thinking I was good at math, but was quickly humbled by my first calculus class in college. Some ways that helped me get past receiving a few bad test grades were:
1. Meeting with my professor regularly. By working with my teachers, they were aware that I was struggling, and knew that I was making an effort to improve my grades. If you show that you care about your improvement, your teachers will often begin to invest more in you as well.
2. Attending tutoring sessions on a weekly basis. I was fortunate enough to have access to tutoring services in high school and college. Sometimes my tutor would explain how to do problems differently from the professor, and it concepts would begin to click.
3. Not being afraid to attempt problems on my own. A major hurdle I always had with math was being afraid to get the answer wrong. Once I stopped being afraid to fail, and kept trying problems until I got the processes down, my grades started to improve.
4. Collaborating with my classmates on homework to see how they approach problems. In college, my friends in the same math classes as me would meet up with a whiteboard and work through problems together. Sometimes, having someone beside you who is also just learning a concept the first time will allow for open discussion and learning together.
5. Remember that math is just a series of steps. Start with easy problems, write down step by step how you got the answer, and progressively start to attempt more challenging questions.
I really recommend trying one or more of these solutions. As someone who struggled with math in college but came out on the other side with an economics degree and a full-time job, I can say that these methods are effective! Good luck and happy studying :)
I remember going into college thinking I was good at math, but was quickly humbled by my first calculus class in college. Some ways that helped me get past receiving a few bad test grades were:
1. Meeting with my professor regularly. By working with my teachers, they were aware that I was struggling, and knew that I was making an effort to improve my grades. If you show that you care about your improvement, your teachers will often begin to invest more in you as well.
2. Attending tutoring sessions on a weekly basis. I was fortunate enough to have access to tutoring services in high school and college. Sometimes my tutor would explain how to do problems differently from the professor, and it concepts would begin to click.
3. Not being afraid to attempt problems on my own. A major hurdle I always had with math was being afraid to get the answer wrong. Once I stopped being afraid to fail, and kept trying problems until I got the processes down, my grades started to improve.
4. Collaborating with my classmates on homework to see how they approach problems. In college, my friends in the same math classes as me would meet up with a whiteboard and work through problems together. Sometimes, having someone beside you who is also just learning a concept the first time will allow for open discussion and learning together.
5. Remember that math is just a series of steps. Start with easy problems, write down step by step how you got the answer, and progressively start to attempt more challenging questions.
I really recommend trying one or more of these solutions. As someone who struggled with math in college but came out on the other side with an economics degree and a full-time job, I can say that these methods are effective! Good luck and happy studying :)
Rian Alam
Student
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Seattle, Washington
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Rian’s Answer
Hi Wyatt,
If you haven't already, I would recommend reaching out to your teacher and explain to them your situation and how you'd like some extra help. More often than not, teachers wil be super happy to help you as they can see you taking initiative of your education. If that isn't an option, I would also recommend using Khan Academy as an online resource. They have a bunch of super helpful videos, not just for math but other subjects too. Best of luck to you!
If you haven't already, I would recommend reaching out to your teacher and explain to them your situation and how you'd like some extra help. More often than not, teachers wil be super happy to help you as they can see you taking initiative of your education. If that isn't an option, I would also recommend using Khan Academy as an online resource. They have a bunch of super helpful videos, not just for math but other subjects too. Best of luck to you!