Math and Science

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Math and Science Survey Math Phobia? How to
succeed in math and science See it, Do it You
do not know anything until youve practiced R
Feynman Allow enough time math and science course
take more time (3-4 hrs vs 2 hrs)
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Succeeding in Math and Science (contd) Prepare
for new material Read on topic ahead of
time preview notes from last class just before
next class Material is cumulative over series!
(youll need those notes later) Organize your
materials by topic (notes, handouts, examples,
homework, etc) Tips record everything detail
worked examples use two column approach
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Understanding Math and Science Texts Details are
Important! Know what you are responsible for in
terms of definitions, derivations, theorems and
samples problems Outline Preparing for Exams Ask
about the test format, expectations,
ancillaries Work Problems Study from outline Be
prepared on test day Aim for perfect score
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Study Groups Lecture note review Assignments Test
preparation make-up notes moral support
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Math and Science Resources placement services
FTCAP office hours Instructional Team TAs
etc Center for Academic Achievement (our learning
center) Review sessions supplemental
materials technology electronic study
aides/review etc.
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Problem Solving (think - plan - do -
check) Understand the problem Devise a Plan Carry
out the Plan Look Back Majoring in Math or
Science? Seek a mentor!