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Math is an engaging, rewarding field to study, although it also presents plenty of challenges. If you’re struggling with math—whether in or out of a classroom setting—there are plenty of concrete steps you can take to boost your math abilities. If you’re a student, don’t shy away from asking your instructor for help, and practice good classroom habits like taking notes and asking questions about topics that confuse you. Beyond that, try studying in a distraction-free environment, and review concepts that you’re struggling to understand.
Things You Should Know
- Listen closely and take detailed notes during math class. If you have any questions, raise your hand or talk to your teacher after class.
- Before doing homework, review your class notes to solidify the information. Complete your homework on time so you'll be ready for the next class.
- Start studying for an upcoming exam 3-4 days in advance. Plan to study for about 60 minutes each day so you're fully prepared.
Steps
Expert Q&A
- QuestionWhat's the best way to prepare for a test?
Daron CamDaron Cam is an Academic Tutor and the Founder of Bay Area Tutors, Inc., a San Francisco Bay Area-based tutoring service that provides tutoring in mathematics, science, and overall academic confidence building. Daron has over eight years of teaching math in classrooms and over nine years of one-on-one tutoring experience. He teaches all levels of math including calculus, pre-algebra, algebra I, geometry, and SAT/ACT math prep. Daron holds a BA from the University of California, Berkeley and a math teaching credential from St. Mary's College.
Academic TutorIf you've taken diligent notes, the test prep should be fairly straightforward. Just review your notes and make sure you understand the key concepts. If you have any practice problems available to you, do those. The more practice you can get, the better. - QuestionHow can I learn math easily?Daron CamDaron Cam is an Academic Tutor and the Founder of Bay Area Tutors, Inc., a San Francisco Bay Area-based tutoring service that provides tutoring in mathematics, science, and overall academic confidence building. Daron has over eight years of teaching math in classrooms and over nine years of one-on-one tutoring experience. He teaches all levels of math including calculus, pre-algebra, algebra I, geometry, and SAT/ACT math prep. Daron holds a BA from the University of California, Berkeley and a math teaching credential from St. Mary's College.
Academic TutorMath is one of those classes where each new concept builds on a previous concept. It's not like English class where you don't necessarily need to know about poetry to read to a novel. So if you fall behind in math, it can be kind of hard to catch up. There's nothing necessarily "easy" about this, but math is very rewarding and fun if you're willing to put a little work in! - QuestionCan you become good at math later in life?Daron CamDaron Cam is an Academic Tutor and the Founder of Bay Area Tutors, Inc., a San Francisco Bay Area-based tutoring service that provides tutoring in mathematics, science, and overall academic confidence building. Daron has over eight years of teaching math in classrooms and over nine years of one-on-one tutoring experience. He teaches all levels of math including calculus, pre-algebra, algebra I, geometry, and SAT/ACT math prep. Daron holds a BA from the University of California, Berkeley and a math teaching credential from St. Mary's College.
Academic TutorAbsolutely! It can take a little bit of time to get really good at math, so don't worry if you're already done with your early schooling. You can always catch up if you're willing to put in some hard work.
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Tips
- Try not to miss school on a day where you have math class. You will miss vital information for upcoming quizzes, tests, and other examinations. If you do miss a math class, email your teacher and ask what you missed.Thanks
- Neatly write out all of your work on your assignments. That way, if you mess up and give an incorrect answer, your teacher can help you understand where you went wrong. This can help you improve at math by allowing you to learn from your own mistakes.Thanks
Tips from our Readers 
- Try not to write too many notes word-for-word, you might miss other information. Be selective and write down things that you really feel need to be written down.
- Make sure to write down the examples your teacher put on the board when they're giving a lecture. What the teacher writes might be on the test!
- If the teacher doesn't explain something well, try to find a better explanation on a site like Math Planet or ConnectEd.
References
- ↑ https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/mathbasics.html
- ↑ https://www.math.uh.edu/~tomforde/AttendingClass.html
- ↑ https://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/articles/improve-underperforming-grades.html
- ↑ Daron Cam. Math Tutor. Expert Interview. 29 May 2020.
- ↑ Daron Cam. Math Tutor. Expert Interview. 29 May 2020.
- ↑ https://www.mathgoodies.com/articles/improve_your_grades
- ↑ Daron Cam. Math Tutor. Expert Interview. 29 May 2020.
- ↑ https://vittana.org/20-pros-and-cons-of-homework
- ↑ https://www.mathgoodies.com/articles/improve_your_grades
- ↑ Daron Cam. Math Tutor. Expert Interview. 29 May 2020.
- ↑ https://www.mathgoodies.com/articles/improve_your_grades
- ↑ https://betterexplained.com/articles/how-to-develop-a-mindset-for-math/
- ↑ https://www.mathbootcamps.com/how-can-a-math-tutor-help-you/
- ↑ https://www.privateschoolreview.com/blog/7-ways-to-improve-your-math-scores
- ↑ https://www.privateschoolreview.com/blog/7-ways-to-improve-your-math-scores
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To become better at math, start by brushing up on basic math skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, since those are the foundation you'll need to understand harder concepts. Take thorough, detailed notes during class and don't be afraid to ask the teacher any specific questions you have about the work. After class, do your assigned homework to reinforce what you learned that day. When you're doing homework, be sure to remove distractions like your smartphone so you can focus and retain the information. Forming a study group or getting a tutor for one-on-one guidance are also good strategies for upping your math game! For more tips on effective studying, read on!
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