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Mythbusting: “I’m just not good at math!”

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From an early age we are often informed – even if inadvertently – of our “limitations.” These supposed limitations might be imposed upon us by family, teachers, or friends: though often we impose them upon ourselves – by comparing ourselves to our peers or by telling ourselves we are not progressing quickly enough. If we are told – or tell ourselves – enough times that we are not smart enough or good enough at a subject or sport, we are likely to believe it. And once we believe it, Read More »Mythbusting: “I’m just not good at math!”

What if I find math hard?

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Many students really do struggle in math: I’m certainly not suggesting otherwise. Experiencing challenges is part of the learning process; but it’s also, frankly, part of the fun. By actively engaging with that process, you’re not just learning math; you’re also learning about yourself: about what keeps you attentive, about what models and methods “make sense” to you.

Find Your Style

Perhaps you discover that flash cards and rote memorization is your style; perhaps Read More »What if I find math hard?

Do The Math To Get The Best Jobs

Top10 Jobs-2013 from WSJStudies by the career website CareerCast.com for the past several years have consistently shown that math is often the key to finding the best jobs. WSJ.com recently published an article “Dust Off Your Math Skills: Actuary is Best Job of 2013” reporting the results of the latest study.

CareerCast ranks 200 jobs from best to worst using the following criteria: physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook. Over the past few years, the top ranked jobs often involve some form of mathematics. Read More »Do The Math To Get The Best Jobs