Tips for surviving Math

Success tips by students

In the Fall, 2002 semester, Los Medanos College began the Transfer Achievement Program (TAP). A cohort of students enrolled in two linked courses: Strategies for Success and Beginning Algebra. In the following semester, Spring 2003, another cohort joined TAP. One major goal of this entire community of learners was to achieve academic success in algebra.

This following links, written by all TAP students, is the result of many dedicated tutoring, workshop, study group and classroom hours. We hope that you will use these practical “tips” to enhance your learning and potential for success in mathematics at LMC. Thanks TAP students!!

Jeannine Stein, TAP Director, May, 2003

• Coping with stress
• Taking responsibility for learning
• Having a job and attending college
• Taking tests
• Increasing and keeping motivation
• Reading the math book
• Practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Adjusting attitudes
• Preparing for a final exam
• Getting help on campus
• Building supportive relationships
  (family, friends, boss, faculty, etc.)
• Preparing for quizzes/tests
• Participating in the classroom
• Getting organized and preparing for class
• Managing time
• Budgeting Money
• After taking tests
• Solving application (word) problems
• Improving memory
• Studying and doing homework
• Using technology to enhance learning
• Other Hints