Mathematics - Where to begin?

[LooneyJuice]

Hello Dudes/Dudettes,

 

I'm posting about this in a bid to have another source to work off of, as I'm also searching myself.

 

Due to a multitude of circumstances, mathematics has never been my strong suit. This isn't to say I'm a complete novice, but because of major deficits, it's been a massive hurdle in my attempts to learn to code on a more advanced level, and delving into other sciences as well. I had started attending university a few years ago with the goal of earning a Bachelor's degree in IT and English Literature and Linguistics at the time (both at the same time). So, even though I started delving into calculus, and getting the hang of it, due to unfortunately dropping out for a number of reasons, mathematics again fell by the wayside.

 

So, TL;DR, due to not being able to currently attend a reputable University physically, where would the best place be to start Online for someone who's seriously trying to get into Mathematics? Online University Courses, material, lectures, anything will do.

 

I want to partially use Mathematics as a stepping stone to other sciences as well, but I could very well pursue a degree in mathematics as well, so this is something I take seriously. I'm looking at Online courses, but I haven't had any real experience with them, and I've been researching, trying to declutter and consider my options in the meantime. I want to emphasize that this is a very serious endeavor, as it's felt like a major hurdle, and might lead to completing some proper studies eventually. I'm trying to take it from the top, and go as advanced as my time and brain will allow me.

 

Any and all help or bits of information are extremely appreciated.

 

My Thanks in advance.

[captain_to_fire]

Try Khan Academy or Coursera

[Energycore]

This is a good series on Calculus for absolute noobs. As a mathematician I still found it entertaining and informative.

 

And the samy guy does the same for Linear Algebra

 

[LooneyJuice]

3 minutes ago, Energycore said:

This is a good series on Calculus for absolute noobs. As a mathematician I still found it entertaining and informative.

 

And the samy guy does the same for Linear Algebra

 

 

5 minutes ago, hey_yo_ said:

Try Khan Academy or Coursera

 

Thanks a lot dudes!The videos do look cool indeed, I'll check out the courses as well. Very much appreciated! 

[Tsuki]

Learn the Trachtenberg Method online or using various books.     

[LooneyJuice]

2 hours ago, Tsuki said:

Learn the Trachtenberg Method online or using various books.     

Much obliged!

[Dash Lambda]

Someone already mentioned Khan Academy, though I'd like to second that.

A resource that I used a lot for calc and diff. eq. was Pauls' Math Notes. It says it's only supposed to be used alongside a proper course, but the information and examples they give are surprisingly thorough.

I'd also try looking at the textbooks used for the classes you're looking at, preferably by your favorite university or something, and look into getting those. They're always pretty easy to learn from.

[-TesseracT-]

If you for some reason feel like you can't get into a certain area of mathematics, maybe try to watch some Numberphile and Standupmaths videos to pique your interest. Then maybe move on to 3blue1brown.

[You_are_a_cunt]

Grades 1 through 8 I was a math ace. Come grades 9 through 12, after 3 different professors whom had no interest in teaching us, I went from hero to zero.

The way I managed to understand and actually learn Math 6 years after finishing highschool was getting to know an older Math professor that had a clear passion for both the field and teaching.

One of the tricks he told me (aside from constant practice) was using mnemonics to remember formulas. Sure, it's a cheap trick, but it does wonders.

[dcb-z]

 

[LooneyJuice]

12 hours ago, Dash Lambda said:

Someone already mentioned Khan Academy, though I'd like to second that.

A resource that I used a lot for calc and diff. eq. was Pauls' Math Notes. It says it's only supposed to be used alongside a proper course, but the information and examples they give are surprisingly thorough.

I'd also try looking at the textbooks used for the classes you're looking at, preferably by your favorite university or something, and look into getting those. They're always pretty easy to learn from.

Thanks a lot, will check out!

10 hours ago, -TesseracT- said:

If you for some reason feel like you can't get into a certain area of mathematics, maybe try to watch some Numberphile and Standupmaths videos to pique your interest. Then maybe move on to 3blue1brown.

3blue1brown was suggested already, and already a big fan of Numberphile, always enjoy the latter a lot. Standupmaths I do not know though so definitely going to check out. 

 

 

9 hours ago, revsilverspine said:

Grades 1 through 8 I was a math ace. Come grades 9 through 12, after 3 different professors whom had no interest in teaching us, I went from hero to zero.

The way I managed to understand and actually learn Math 6 years after finishing highschool was getting to know an older Math professor that had a clear passion for both the field and teaching.

One of the tricks he told me (aside from constant practice) was using mnemonics to remember formulas. Sure, it's a cheap trick, but it does wonders.

 

Well, I know people try to dodge mnemonics as much as possible, 'cause it's tedious as f***. But having said that, Asian mathematics culture AFAIK is essentially based on mnemonics, therefore freeing up some power to deal with actual operations rather than more basic calculations.

 

I do want to delve into this as deep as possible, so thanks a lot to all of you! Got more than I had hoped for in the first place. You peeps rock.

[Teddy07]

thanks to @Dash Lambda, @hey_yo_ and @Energycore for the provided links as I am in a similar position. Will definitely check them out.

 

I just started with my bachelors in informatics. I didn't do math for years but I want do be really good at it now. Best case scenario is to pick it as minor subject as I only have to pass 2 courses (linear algebra 1 and Analysis 1 for example). I currently suck at it hard and it pisses me off. I want to learn in the semester breaks a lot of math because I hate sucking so much.

[LooneyJuice]

18 minutes ago, Teddy07 said:

thanks to @Dash Lambda, @hey_yo_ and @Energycore for the provided links as I am in a similar position. Will definitely check them out.

 

I just started with my bachelors in informatics. I didn't do math for years but I want do be really good at it now. Best case scenario is to pick it as minor subject as I only have to pass 2 courses (linear algebra 1 and Analysis 1 for example). I currently suck at it hard and it pisses me off. I want to learn in the semester breaks a lot of math because I hate sucking so much.

Hey! Glad this weird query and resulting sources are of use to someone else as well. Most definitely kudos to everyone who posted sources. 

 

Also, I know the feeling. I've always sucked, at varying degrees depending on teachers/professors. Always wanted to really "understand" math instead of just mindlessly pass tests. And the amount of suck always resulted in a bit of a phobia as well. So I always wanted to "love" math as a means to delve into many other areas of interest. Physics (and a myriad of branches), Electrical Engineering, Programming, that sort of thing.