How to Improve My Chances of Success in My Last Mathematics Course: For People Like Me (Vol 3)
By Jacquinita Rose
Well, it is that time again. Classes will resume in a few short weeks. For many studentsit is a semester of anticipation, excitement, and fear. He or she has put off taking that last mathematics course until it can no longer be avoided. This volume of my People Like Me Series, addresses, with a touch of humor, that last mathematics course before graduation. This article provides a few brief tips on how you can be successful in that course.
Tips For Success:
1.Breathe!
Most of us take one long breath and do not release it until the end of the semester. It is more beneficial to our success and stress level to take a few short breaths throughout the duration of the semester. It can make for a less bumpy ride.
2.Attitude!
Change your attitude at least for this semester. Remember you have to take this course. One of the ways you can improve your chances of success is to tell your self that I will pass this class! Believe it and mean it. Fear will only get in the way of your ability to learn and process the course material.
3.Empower!
For far to long students have let mathematics have the power over them. Rather, grab hold of those reins and take control of the mathematics. Now, I know for the most part people do not enjoy mathematics and try to avoid it. However, to obtain a college degree it is usually unavoidable. You have gone through so much to reach this milestone. Avoid letting this last mathematics class outweigh the work of all your other college coursework.
4.Maintain!
Approach this class with the attitude that you have the grade and you will work like the dickens to maintain it! Follow the general rule of study. That is 3 hours/wk of study time for each credit hour. So, if your last mathematics course is a 3-credit hour course to be successful you will need to spend at least 12 hours of study time. In between college, the job, and the family, it can be done!
Success in the last mathematics course requires a change in attitude and a change in your approach to completing your coursework. Although easier said than done, remember that it can be done. The joy and pride that comes at the end of the semester, knowing that you accomplished your goal, is priceless. You can and will do it! Happy Graduation!
Copyright 2006 J.A. Rose For People Like Me Series
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