I’m 44. I have an associates degree in technical communications/technical writing. I’m actually listed as a gifted student in writing/reading/comprehension.
My problem is math. I got a 15 on the ACT after high school and failed out of college algebra 5 times. I try and try and try and finally get so frustrated that I throw the book and drop the class.
I need my Bachelors to go on but cannot get it without the College Algebra class. We’ve got me listed as a disabled student with dyscalculia but I can’t seem to get any further than that.
Is it too late? Does anyone know a computer program or anything else that will make this stuff make sense to me?
I’m so frustrated now and it’s hard to think that I’ll never achieve the degree just because I need 6 hours in a field that I’m physically incapable of studying.
Blessed be:
Charlayne
Houston
Re: Too Late to Learn?
If your family or financial situation does not put constraints on where you pursue your education, you might look into colleges that do not have a math requirement for majors in which it is not a necessary area of study. It is true that most colleges have some math requirement. However, there are some colleges that do not have a math requirement per se. (Small, private colleges are more likely to be flexible on this). Perhaps some colleges would allow substitution of a different course instead of college algebra - such as statistical survey methods, logic, personal finance, etc. If you have not discussed the latter option with the disabilities counselor at the college you have in mind, it might be worth a try. Good luck.
Re: Too Late to Learn?
I have my teach both children and adults math from basics to the more comlpex of math and it’s all done in a new method it’s called patterns and has had alot of sucess, contact me if intrested [email protected]
margot sampayo 512 5073732
Re: Too Late to Learn?
may i suggest a new type of method try the pattern math it’s easier and fun no blocks and no ???’s it’s all done in clay, you can’t have it easier than that…trust me i’m dyslexic and have tried all methods that this one is the best..
Re: Too Late to Learn?
Have you tryed a Kumon math center in your area? They will test you to see exactly where you are and start you on a systematic “journey” through learning math. Call and ask for a consultation - couldn’t hurt! Good luck.
You might look into a program called Math-U-See. It’s a popular program among homeschoolers, and I’ve seen lots of parents comment that they never really understood the math until they started going through this program with their kids. It’s not magic, but it does use a lot of manipulatives to help illustrate the concepts, AND it emphasizes mastery learning. You may need to go back to the intermediate or advanced level before you tackle algebra- they have a placement test you can take online to determine where to start the program.
Jean
http://www.mathusee.com