SofMorning said:I also do a variety of courses through coursera.org and there's plenty of other sites out there that offer material for self teaching and free online courses.
Good luck :)
DiracPool said:Is coursera.org a pay site? I can't figure out what they are doing or how it works there.
DiracPool said:Is coursera.org a pay site? I can't figure out what they are doing or how it works there.
Khan Academy might not have been helpful for you, but you've no reason calling the site "garbage." KA is very helpful to many people, and you have no idea whether someone will/will not be able to benefit from it.dumplump said:The best way is to get a textbook and go through the textbook chapter by chapter. If you are unsure of a topic, do not use Khan Academy. There are better sources than that garbage. Profrobbob, ProfessorLeonard57 on youtube, and FIU Mike Rosenthal on ItunesU will help you more than anything Khan academy churns out.
When giving advice, it's best to remain objective and leave your personal feelings and/or anecdotes out of it. If KA doesn't meet your educational needs, that's fine, but you've yet to provide anything showing that KA is an ineffective learning tool.dumplump said:I still think it is a garbage site. I think most people use it because that is the first thing that they have heard of when it comes to online education, or tutoring as you call it. They do not look for other videos, they just stick with Khan. I just don't think people should only be touting KA as the end all be all. That is certainly how it is portrayed.
I did give advice to his studying. It is just interesting how everyone throws out khan academy all the time, when there are better sources out there.Dembadon said:When giving advice, it's best to remain objective and leave your personal feelings and/or anecdotes out of it. If KA doesn't meet your educational needs, that's fine, but you've yet to provide anything showing that KA is an ineffective learning tool.
dumplump said:I did give advice to his studying. It is just interesting how everyone throws out khan academy all the time, when there are better sources out there.
I can see your point, and I can see how some might find them helpful.symbolipoint said:There are other video tutorials, and some may be better and some may be about just as good. Khan Academy is mentioned often because it is well known and has been helpful - meaning that some/many students have found benefit from them.
What's so bad about it ?dumplump said:I still think it is a garbage site. I think most people use it because that is the first thing that they have heard of when it comes to online education, or tutoring as you call it. They do not look for other videos, they just stick with Khan. I just don't think people should only be touting KA as the end all be all. That is certainly how it is portrayed.
I can say what I feel like. Get over yourself.sunny79 said:I found this link quite helpful, you might want to have a look..https://www.physicsforums.com/threa...igh-school-pre-university-book-thread.307797/
Am also a fan of AOPS books. A good approach would be to invest in appropriate textbook/s and supplement it with online learning...
Some noteworthy options... MIT open courseware, Khan Academy, Patrick JMT, Proff Leonard57, Prof Robbob and Krista King ( Integral Calc ).
This is a good website for understanding the intuition behind Math...http://betterexplained.com
dumplump! If you cannot say anything good about others don't say anything bad either.. Keep your opinions to yourself. An average poster on physics forums is intelligent enough to differentiate between what is good and not so good.
To be quite honest, I learned the most about physics not from lectures but from talking with professors during their office hours. Find a professor, assuming you are at a college, and see if they would help you with some problems. Most professors are more than happy to help a student understand physics. Even if the student is not in their class, they will still help the student, usually.andreyw said:What's so bad about it ?
I am almost done with Differential Calculus and KA helped me a lot with Algebra II, Trig, Proba and stats and Precalculus. I learned so much more with KA compared to when I was in high school (I am currently relearning maths and physics because I plan to go back to school to study Physics next year).
I think KA is a great thing as long as it is used with other resources like the book of Mary Boas.
edit : Also, what is the best way to study physics and maths ? I have a year to learn the topics on KA and Boas' book. I don't know if I should study all the maths first then start with physics problems or if I should try to solve problems in Physics and learn the maths when I need them. (sorry if off topic)
sunny79 said:Dumplump! While you can have a strong opinion you don't have to use words like "garbage" etc because it is still trash talking, especially when done behind a persons back and behind the keyboard. Also remember that one man's food can be another man's poison. Even though you might have not found KA useful, there are numerous people who are and have successfully used KA. Heck! Even Bill Gates is a fan of KA.
Among the options which I gave...I am not a big fan of proffRobbob but never in my life would I trash talk about him because he is doing such a noble job of educating people for free. I guess it is very easy to talk bad and have a strong opinion or two but sometimes a little discretion goes a long way, preventing tarnished reputations, quarrels, bad impressions and last but not least, dignity.
Improving self-learning skills in math requires dedication, consistency, and a positive attitude. Start by setting clear goals and breaking them down into smaller, achievable tasks. Practice regularly and seek out additional resources, such as online tutorials or textbooks. Don't be afraid to make mistakes and learn from them. And most importantly, believe in yourself and your ability to learn.
Effective techniques for self-learning math include breaking down complex problems into smaller steps, practicing regularly and consistently, seeking out additional resources or explanations, and actively engaging with the material by asking questions and applying concepts to real-world scenarios. It can also be helpful to keep a notebook or journal to track your progress and reflect on areas that may need more attention.
Having a strong foundation in math before attempting self-learning can be beneficial, but it is not always necessary. It is important to have a basic understanding of mathematical concepts and operations, but you can also learn as you go. Just be sure to take the time to fully understand each concept before moving on to more complex topics.
Staying motivated while self-learning math can be challenging, but there are several strategies you can use. Set realistic goals and celebrate your progress, find a study partner or join a study group, take breaks and reward yourself, and remember why you are learning math in the first place. It can also be helpful to find ways to make the material more interesting or relevant to your life.
Yes, there are many resources and tools that can aid in self-learning math. These include online tutorials or courses, textbooks, practice problems and quizzes, educational apps or games, and even YouTube videos. It may also be helpful to seek out a tutor or attend a math workshop for additional support and guidance.