How to understand maths

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Irem Cohantimur

That science of measurable quantities, numbers and geometric figures, something that has made many students cry during maths classes, but which has also awakened the spirit of the great geniuses who have revolutionised the world.

What are maths lessons really hiding? Why have some students suffered so much yet others found a spark that ignited their passion for the subject?

In the video below, experienced GCSE maths tutor Rajan Kumar gives some revision tips on how you can pass your GCSE maths exam.

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In this article, we will see how some people have managed to master this world of maths, and why so many others have never managed to find the hidden enjoyment.

Someone mentions maths and all you can think of is another subject to learn, a head full of impossible equations, no time to breathe, and a maths tutor who makes you feel nervous as soon as you see them. And on top of that, there are so many formulas to memorise, many of them seemingly "useless" in everyday life.

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Understanding maths: the first obstacle

The first obstacle that stands in our way of mastering mathematics is our thinking.

As soon as we hear the word “maths”, we tend to get it into our heads about it. First of all, we should try to do everything with love. But if you don't love it, then you can learn to love it.

It's better to get used to maths than to force yourself to put up with it and have a big burden on your back all year round. When you have a passion, everything that is a burden becomes a pleasure. So find the joy in maths and learn to love it. It's a great start in learning to understand the subject. But what's next? Patience, of course. After following the tips in this article, your way of looking at and understanding maths will completely change!

Secondly, there are about twenty heads in an average class, and they are all about the same size. If there are some who pick up formulas and theorems quickly, why shouldn´t you? Good company with the little "maths kids" in the class is a good way to discover their secret and become like them.

Observe, watch and reflect on how they do it, why they get it and you don't, even if you have the same maths teacher.

Having an intuitive mind is essential in the world of mathematics.

Understand maths by practising

And finally, a few bonus tips to help you stop being a disaster in maths. As the old saying goes: "practice makes perfect". If you need help, don't hesitate to seek out a maths tutor. If you´re interested in finding maths lessons and live in Manchester, you can easily find private maths tutors in Manchester.

Do exercises regularly, it will help you to use the formulas and get to grips with them quickly. Once you have mastered the tricks of the maths trade, there's no need to do a lot of exercises. 

What's more, it is absolutely forbidden to simply look for the answers to questions when you are stuck, as this increases laziness and makes it difficult to concentrate. Concentration is therefore essential in maths and improving your problem-solving skills. A good result requires concentration.

Concentrate and your mathematical mind will come alive.

You can easily find private maths classes in Edinburgh if you´re living in this area. You also have the option of hiring an online maths tutor to help you outline the concepts you don't understand, as well as review and clarify the maths lessons you have had in school.

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Irem Cohantimur
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Irem is a Content Specialist with experience in digital marketing, specialising in SEO and UK market trends. Originally from Turkey, now based in Barcelona, where she completed her Master's in Marketing. Fluent in Turkish and English, and currently improving her Spanish, Irem is passionate about marketing trends. With a strong background in both organic and paid marketing strategies, she enjoys crafting engaging digital content through her expertise in content development and data-driven insights.
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