MATHEMATICS STUDY SKILL AT CFS MATHEMATICS STUDY SKILL AT CFS MDM SALBI DOLLAH JUNE 2012.
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MATHEMATICS STUDY SKILL
AT CFS
MDM SALBI DOLLAHJUNE 2012
MATHEMATICS COURSES
1. MATHEMATICS I (SHE1114)2. MATHEMATICS II (SEF 1124)3. MATHEMATICS II (SHF1124)4. MATHEMATICS III (SEF1134)
MATHEMATICS I (SHE1114)
1. FUNDAMENTALS2. FUNCTIONS AND GRAPHS3. POLYNOMIAL AND RATIONAL
FUNCTIONS4. EXPONENTIAL AND LOGARITHMIC
FUNCTIONS5. SYSTEM OF LINEAR EQUATIONS
MATHEMATICS II (SEF1124)
1. TRIGONOMETRY FUNCTIONS2. POLAR COORDINATES &
VECTORS3. CONIC SECTIONS (ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY)4. SEQUENCES,COUNTING RULE
AND PROBABILITY5. STATISTICS: DATA DESCRIPTION
MATHEMATICS III (SEF1134)
1. LIMITS & CONTINUITY2. DERIVATIVES3. APPLICATIONS OF
DIFFERENTIATION4. INTEGRATION5. PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRALS
HOW TO STUDY MATHEMATICS EFFECTIVELY??
Learning mathematics = learning another language
so at first it will be hard but it will get progressively easier.
Categories of Students who are doing poorly in a math.
do not have good study habits and/or don’t really understand how to study for a math class
spend hours each day studying and still don’t do well
aren’t spending enough time studying
Math Anxiety
I don't do math fast enough.
I don't have a math mind.
I got the right answer but I did it the wrong way.
If I get it right, it must be too simple.
Math is unrelated to my life.
Math anxiety
A College math class meets less often and covers material at about twice the pace than that of a High School course.
You are expected to absorb new material much more quickly.
Tests are probably spaced farther apart and so, cover more material than before.
College Math is Different from High School Math
The instructor may not even check your homework.
You probably need to spend more time studying per week.
Tests may seem harder just because they cover more material.
College Math is Different from High School Math
♦ Math is learned by doing problems.
♦ More problems you solve, understand the concept better.
Studying Math is Different from Studying Other
Subjects
STEPS TO LEARN MATH
Create learning time
Become acquainted with the vocabulary
Get at least two reference books
STEPS TO LEARN MATH
Tackle subjects along with their prerequisites
Practice with many problems
Always ask for help if you don't know how to
do something
THINGS YOU NEED
FRESH MIND, POSITIVE ATTITUDE TOWARDS THE SUBJECT
REFERENCE BOOKS – LOTS OF THEM
TIPS TO LEARN MATH
Frustration is part of the process - don't give up
Tackle all the basic stuff all at once
Regular practice will ease your challenges.
Study as hard as you can and practise each and everyday
Mathematics is not a passive activity
Don't just think harder, think smarter. Solve the easier problems first, so you can
mentally warm up your brain for the more complicated ones
TIPS TO LEARN MATH
the study of mathematics is not easy; persistence and focus can help you excel in your efforts
don't stress yourself with a weird feeling that you are doing something extremely hard but always think fresh that you are doing something which is fun
WARNING!!!
don't think that you can never be good at math .you must believe 'nothing is impossible' ,well not just believe but work for it
Being frustrated is not a problem, it is a natural part of the learning process, so don't give up. You can do it!
WARNING!!!
A word of encouragement:
♦ Each class builds on the previous ones, all semester long.
♦ You’re always reviewing previous material as you do new material.
♦ Many of the ideas hang together. Identifying and learning the key concepts mean you don’t have to memorize as much.
Studying Math is Different…..
MATHEMATICS IS NOT A
SPECTATOR SPORT
-just watching the instructor
teaching
Good study habits throughout the semester make it easier to study for tests Do the homework when it is assigned.
You cannot hope to cram 3 or 4 weeks worth of learning into a couple of days of study.
On tests you have to solve problems; homework problems are the only way to get practice. As you do homework, make lists of formulas and techniques to use later when you study for tests.
Ask your Instructor questions as they arise; don’t wait until the day before a test. The questions you ask right before a test should be to clarify minor details.
EVERYDAY STUDY IS A BIG PART OF TEST PREPARATION
Go To Class.
Get to Class On Time.
LISTEN During Class.
Take Good Notes.
DOS
Ask Questions.
Listen When Others Ask Questions.
Review Notes After Class.
Do Homework After Each Class.
Do Homework Without Notes and Book.
Do More Homework
Practice, Practice, Practice.
Keep Old Homework and Exams
Don’t Forget Your Textbook
Seek Help If You Need It.
Have the Proper Attitude
► Falling a day behind puts you at a disadvantage.
► Falling a week behind puts you in deep trouble.
Students who fear math often:
avoid asking questions to save embarrassment,
sit at the back of the classroom,
fail to seek help from the lecturer,
put off studying math until the last moment.
Positive behaviors to help students learn and perform
better in math classes:
sit in front rows of the class where you will experience fewer distractions and feel more a part of what is being discussed.
if you have questions, ask! Rest assured that you are not the only one who has the same question you want to ask. Don't be afraid to seek help from your lecturer after class or during office hours.
prepare! Read the textbook material before it is discussed in class. Do the problems
After class, review the material covered as quickly as possible and complete homework as quickly as possible after class.
PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM SOLVING…
Read the Problem. Read the Problem Again. Clearly Note What You Are Asked to
Find. Clearly Note What You Know. Draw a Diagram
PROBLEM SOLVING…
Devise a Plan. Work a Similar Problem. Work the Plan. Check Your Solution. Go Back Over the Problem
D. TIPS FOR EXAMINATIONS
TIPS FOR EXAMINATION…
Start on Day One Get a Good Nights Sleep Make a List of Important
Concepts/Formulas
TIPS FOR EXAMINATION…
RELAX!!! Be Smart Be Time Efficient If You’re Stuck Move On. Show All Your Work
TIPS FOR EXAMINATION…
Never Leave a Problem Blank Read the Problem Does Your Answer Make Sense?
AFTER EFFORT COMES
P R AY E R S
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