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Daffy Duck · 05-29-2009, 04:12 PM

In all of my math classes, and in my experience, I was taught that "memorizing" math formulas and procedures is not the best way. Eventually it can become hard to memorize it all when the steps become very complicated. "Understanding" math -- the WHY instead of the HOW -- is how you develop true math skill. It's about developing insight.

This link explains what I mean: Study Hacks » Blog Archive » How to Ace Calculus: The Art of Doing Well in Technical Courses

Are you taking college math courses? Teaching yourself?

05-29-2009, 04:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
Daffy Duck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2,261	In all of my math classes, and in my experience, I was taught that "memorizing" math formulas and procedures is not the best way. Eventually it can become hard to memorize it all when the steps become very complicated. "Understanding" math -- the WHY instead of the HOW -- is how you develop true math skill. It's about developing insight. This link explains what I mean: Study Hacks » Blog Archive » How to Ace Calculus: The Art of Doing Well in Technical Courses Are you taking college math courses? Teaching yourself?