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Math Stress EEK!
100
During class, what should you include in your lecture notes?
What is EVERYTHING!! (SLIDE #7)
100
After class, what should be done before attempting homework problems? (Name at least one thing)
What is Reviewing notes AND Reworking sample problems from the lecture (SLIDE #22)
100
Please describe the process when approaching a math course from beginning to end. (Hint, about 3 steps)
What is: 1) Preview chapter/ Lecture notes 2) Attend class and write notes 3) Review notes and work problems (SLIDE # 5)
100
You should seek assistance at this time if you begin experiencing difficulty in a math course.
What is as early as possible (SLIDE #29)
100
Math anxiety is often caused by these types of thoughts about the relationship between an individual and their math skills.
What are negative thoughts
200
List one of the three times when one should review their lecture notes.
What is 1) Immediately after class and 2) Weekly before the next class 3) Before exams (SLIDE #20)
200
This should equate to more than 50% of your math study efforts.
What is problem solving/ practice (SLIDE #4)
200
List at least two elements one is looking at when previewing a chapter before class?
What are: - Introduction - Terms/ Vocabulary - Diagrams - Summary problems (SLIDE # 6)
200
Name two things one should prepare when accessing tutoring services?
What are: • Bringing notes • Bringing specified problems to work on • Bringing past attempts at the problem (SLIDE #30)
200
Thinking about studying math as a time intensive activity rather than this perspective is effective when studying math.
What is difficult (SLIDE #4)
300
List at least 2 things to write in your notes when a professor is working a problem in class?
What is: 1. Note how to get from one step to another 2. Note why the approach was taken 3. Note particular conditions of the problem (SLIDE #9)
300
Name two things you can do on your own when trying to solve a difficult problem that you're stuck on.
What are: • Break down problem into several simpler problems • Relate problem to a similar sample • Solve simpler version using smaller numbers • Work backwards (SLIDES #24-26)
300
Name one way to ensure understanding of a math concept beyond working homework problems.
What is: • Teach material to another • Verbally explain the steps of a problem • Stop and ask “Why?” when working problems (SLIDE #28)
300
These are 3 resources on campus students can assess when experiencing difficulty in math courses.
What are: • LSS tutoring • CASA tutoring • Professors • TAs • Online resources from text • Other textbooks (SLIDE #30)
300
What is one thing a student can do when experiencing the physical symptoms of math anxiety?
What is: - Deep breathing - Aerobic Exercise - Muscle Relaxation
400
What should you do if your notes don't make sense when trying to attempt homework?
What is: - Ask the TA - Get notes from a friend - Access tutoring - Check the online notes from other professors (SLIDE #21)
400
How many hours do experts recommend for studying math?
What is 8 to 10 hours a week?
400
This is one common strategy that students apply to understand and recall new concepts/ formulas
What are: Concept Cards or Note Cards (SLIDES # 11-16)
400
When should you begin and end studying process for math exams?
What is: Begin – at least 1 week prior to exam End – at least a couple hours before exam
400
What are two things a student can practice when experiencing the mental components of math anxiety?
What are: - Positive Self-Talk - Visualization - Thought Stopping - Worry Time - Writing thoughts and feelings (esp before exams)
500
What are 2 study strategies that increase understanding when studying math?
What are: • Solution Pathways • Review Sheets • Note Cards/ Concept Cards (SLIDES # 11-17)
500
These are the two general steps to problem solving.
What are 1) Analysis and 2) Computation
500
What is one difference between reading courses and problem solving courses?
What is: - Use text to supplement vs. memorize information - Use > 50% time working problems - Focus on symbols and what they represent - Two part process of understanding concept and application
500
Name at least three tasks students can do when reviewing for a math exam.
What are: 1) Reveiw notes 2) Rework lecture problems 3) Rework homework problems 4) Take practice exams in timed "test-like" environment
500
Writing one's thoughts 10 minutes before an exam is seen to increase test scores by this percentage.
What is anything between a 12-15% increase.