“ It All Adds Up “ Studying Math Designed by Kathy Lawhorn Instructional Coordinator Student Support Services

Introduction Benefits of doing well in math This workshop will present –note taking – organizing material – study skills – test-taking skills. Resources available

What are your pictures when you think of math? “Doing well will make me a nerd” “My friends will not like me anymore” “School will not be fun” “Math fields are only for white males “I will never use this stuff in the real world” “Math is worked by magic” “I am good with words, so I cannot be good at math”

Benefits of learning math Higher self-esteem from doing something difficult More opportunities will be open to you More confidence in everyday situations More at home in a world driven by technology Greater problem solving skills

Getting Prepared Supplies: –textbook –notebook –pencils, erasers, calculator –place to work Attitude –I can do this –Math is important to me –I will do everything I can to succeed

Use your textbook READ, yes, read the textbook –slowly –actively –out loud Make notes Learn the “specifics” Be gentle with yourself

Ask questions fearlessly Ask whatever will aid your understanding Do not worry about anyone else’s reaction Remember your reasons for going to school Sometimes we have to admit we do not know something before we can begin to learn

Do your homework Practice,Practice, Practice Learn to recognize “types” of problems Know the terms Understand the formulas Learn to pace yourself Take frequent, short breaks Think about math outside the classroom

Get help Have a study partner Start a study group Get a tutor

Test Taking Be prepared Get plenty of rest Learn to control your anxiety Do not let yourself get “stuck” Pace yourself Never leave a blank Check your work

Where to get more information Student Support Services offers workshops –Word Problems –Math Anxiety –Stress Reduction Media Resources –Lecture videos –Self-help videos –Becoming a Master Student

You have completed the presentation of “It All Adds Up” Studying Math If you have questions or wish to discuss an issue with us, please let us know. Please come by Student Support Services to complete an Academic Enrichment Summary so that we may document your participation. If you are viewing this workshop via the internet you may click on the link in the directions box on the Workshops page and print one out or e- mail it to: Handouts available upon request. Thank you!!! EXIT EXIT