Reading a Math Textbook Steven Diaz Math Instructor Academic Enhancement Center St. Thomas University
Reading A Math Textbook
May 11, 2015
A presentation to help students read effectively a mathematics textbook.
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Reading a Math Textbook
Steven DiazMath Instructor
Academic Enhancement CenterSt. Thomas University
Not like reading a novel!
Don’t skip the chapter openers!
The headings are clues!
Every word counts!
Decode the symbols!
Read the margin notes!
Study the illustrations!
Write as you read!
Practice the examples!
Check for understanding!
So, what is the strategy?
1. Look at the chapter openers and page headings to get the big picture of the content.
2. Skim through the pages to get a sense of the content.
3. Reread but this time thoroughly. Write as you read.
4. Practice the examples.
So, what is the strategy?
5. Fill in any gaps you still have about the chapter content by asking for help or referring to other sources.
6. Reflect on what you have read to make connections and internalize the content.
7. Take ownership of what you read by explaining the content in your own words.
8. Practice what you have learned.
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