Posted: 13 Aug 2015 07:52 AM PDT

Greetings Readers,
This is our first feature blog by a female :D and my dear friend Yatika Sethi.
Give it a read!

Hey guys, it's me Yatika Sethi.

Sagrika Behl has given me an opportunity to give you some tips on 'how to score 95 above in Class XII Mathematics paper'.

So many of us consider maths as the most difficult subject. But, let me tell you if you really wish to score 95 above in any one subject, maths will help you do this.
Maths is like a friend, you should first understand it, give it some time, and don't give up. Then leave rest of the things on maths.
Trust me guys, maths is not at all difficult.

Now, first of all, I need to tell you how to study maths using these following tips:

1.You should do maths regular. Everyday should not be the word. But make sure you practice it 5 times a week.

2. Guys, first understand each and every concept of the chapter. Then try the questions.

3. Don't start two or more chapters simultaneously. First complete one chapter then go to the other.

4. These days tuition centers are an essential part in student's life. So if you are joining tuition for maths, then try to balance between school and tuition. Don't ignore school.

5. Do not leave any question or any concept undone of any chapter, unless and until your teacher say so.

6. Students try to complete every single possible book of maths, that's a good thing but don't overburden yourself with this.
First complete the book you have and then start the next book.

7. Schools and tuition's go on a fast pace to complete the syllabus. You don't have to match with them. Study according to your capabilities. But don't procrastinate!

8. If you have done any chapter then make sure you revise its concepts regularly. So that any bit of it would not slip through your mind.

9. Don't hesitate to ask your friends or teachers any question. Even if you have a doubt in easiest question, you must ask your teacher.

10. Last but not the least; do not ignore your rest of the subjects because of maths. Make a balance between every subject.

Now guys, here is a list of few books that you should study from for maths if you are a Class XII student:

1. NCERT: This book should be your first priority. Don't leave any page unread or any question undone.

2. R.D. Sharma: I know, almost many of the students consider this book as a nightmare. But trust me guys; there is no such book like this. At Least do the solved questions or do the important chapters from it like integration, determinants, AOD and probability. Do not study vectors and 3D from it.

3. U- like: When you finish your syllabus, don't waste even a minute, just start this book. This book will give you a clear picture where you need practice. Solving sample papers will help you sail your boat easily.

4. Supplementary book by NCT: Many of us don't know about this book. But this book is issued by govt in govt schools. Arrange this book because it contains some of the important board exam oriented questions. (Link for this book is provided below)

5. Together with Mathematics: This book has a mixture of NCERT, RD and questions of past CBSE exams.

6. Some more books are NCERT exemplar, Arihant sample papers etc. If you have time start these.

Now, how to avoid silly mistakes and may be that will help you score a perfect 100. In short, how to make your answer sheet perfect:

1. Handwriting plays a major role in defining your mental state. Make sure you write beautifully and clearly.

2. Guys, now try to understand what a teacher wants in your answer sheet. We have already talked about neatness. Apart from this, do not leave any scope for a teacher to cut marks on silly things which are writing the final answers, underline your answer, do not leave value based question, write dx while doing integration (you will study later), make '=' wherever possible, '-' (subtraction sign) can change your answer so do not ignore this sign. I know this is silly, but this will surely help you getting a 99 or 100.

3. When you get your half early or pre-board paper checked, go to any other teacher of your school or your tuition center and get it checked again. This will help you know the mindset of different teachers. And this will help you avoid silly mistakes.

4. Do not panic during exam, otherwise that will surely going to reflect in your answer sheet.

5. First read the question paper thoroughly, do questions line wise. If you do not know any question in between, leave the space.

6. Do not try to complete the paper before time. You have 3 hours, complete within 2 hours but not before that. Otherwise, chances of silly mistakes doubles up.

7. In last 15 minutes, check whether you have written the question number or not, final statement, diagrams wherever necessary, value based question, writing not so important things like multiplying numerator and denominator with so and so and the things discussed above.

8. Revise each and every question at least 2 times. Even if the question is to prove and you have done it right, you again have to check it.

9. Most importantly, do not just focus on getting the answer; rather try to focus on how to present the solution.

10. If you have done any question wrong, just cut it with a line neatly and write where you have solved that question.

Now just a quick tips to follow just before your board exam:

1. Sample papers are a must. Solve past 10 years question papers - All India, foreign, Delhi, and compartment. Try to solve them, the way you will solve your board exam. Sit for 3 hours with all your important things. Get it checked by your teacher.
Please do not sit in the examination center without doing this.

2. Now, you don't have time to revise the books you have done earlier. So now focus yourself on NCERT and together with.

3. You should make list of the formulas and concepts of every chapter so that you can revise them easily.

4. You have to complete your syllabus by January so that you don't have any tension about any chapter.

5. You will get the date sheet in January. So after knowing how many preparatory leaves you are getting, make a time table so that not a single leave go wasted.

Link for supplementary NCT book will be available after October on site :
www.edudel.nic.in

NCERT Solutions :
http://schools.aglasem.com/3098

Scoring a 100 is a matter of luck, but we can bring luck in our favour. Just hope for the best. There is no shortcut to success; hard-work is surely going to work.
I think I have written more than enough. Still you have any doubts, contact me on Facebook.
All the best 12thies go and rock it.

Yatika Sethi

I certainly agree with Yatika Sethi and will recommend you her tips because she scored 100 in CBSE Class 12th Mathematics 2014-2015

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Regards,
Sagrika Behl

School Hacks: 10 Tips on How to Succeed in Math and Why You ...

Posted: 30 Sep 2015 09:59 AM PDT

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Written by Christi Given

Posted on September 30, 2015 at 12:00 pm

Many students tend to struggle with subjects like math and science, unless there is a natural gifting in this department or you have a strong calling to these areas of study. If you happen to be afraid of your math courses, don't fear, because there is hope! There are many different resources to get you through to success and for you to finally earn that diploma or degree.

Here are some resources that you can refer to when you are having a hard time understanding your mathematics class. You can also decide if you want to go further in your education regarding math and science and what is necessary to graduate. You can also look up careers at your potential college or university to see what jobs require math.

From the University of California, Irvine, there is a list of resources that you can find regarding tutoring, research and other online tools. There is a good online site called Why Do Math and there are several other links for careers in finance and business. Go to your school's official website for help and/or your college or potential place of study to find out where you can be assisted. Another study guide platform is We Use Math.

Another great way to get better at math is to hire a tutor or mentor who can help you. What is key in really understanding math is practice, and really giving yourself time to focus on your work and not rushing. Joining a study group or finding a math partner to quiz you is a great idea as well. Exercise, sleep, water and health are vital in being a better student, too. Be sure to make flashcards and mock tests to practice and memorize what is necessary to succeed—and have fun with it!

You can do it, PI Girls. I believe in you!

[Sources: math.uci.edu/math-majors/math-career-resources#sec 1.1; student-tutor.com/blog/top-10-math-websites]

Tips for Succeeding in Math

1. Study and take your time: Don't try to cram before exams and make sure to complete your homework. Do study guides if necessary, or ask your teacher for other assignments if you need extra help.

2. Go to math club or find a tutor: It is important to recognize if you are struggling with math, which is not abnormal. Many people are not very skilled in the math department, and if you are, good for you! There are places on campus where you can go and get extra assistance for free. If finance is not an issue, then consider hiring a private tutor.

3. Practice: They say practice makes perfect, but perfect practice really makes perfect. Try to go through your former exams and review the problems you got wrong or give yourself a practice quiz.

4. Study with a friend: Maybe this would seem distracting, but maybe make mock up tests like in tip #3, and correct each other's problems. If you are stuck and unsure of something, two are better than one, right? You can never go wrong with working with a friend; they just make everything better.

5. Only use a calculator when necessary: This may be a temptation for many of you, but seriously, if you are trying to ace your next test, refrain from using technology. Only break out the calculator if you need it for trigonometry problems.

6. Make flashcards: Create a question on the front with the answer on the back and…repeat.

7. Try memorization: Create a memory game or song to help yourself learn faster. You can do it!

8. Use online resources: As mentioned above, you need to go to your school's website and find out places where you can practice or learn beyond your textbook, if you are still struggling with a tutor. Check out some of the links I referred you to.

9. Eat healthy and sleep well: You may have heard this before, but when you are hydrated, well rested and eating healthy, your brain will function better. Try eating "brain foods" like walnuts, almonds, and spinach and other greens. Replenish your body and mind so you can be strong to succeed!

10. Reward yourself when you succeed: When you get that math exam you so eagerly are waiting to get the results back from, remember when you DO SUCCEED—because YOU WILL—you can reward yourself or treat yourself to something special. Whatever your vice, whether it be some fro yo, a movie, a special purchase or clothing item…go for it! Reward systems always prompt us to do better and to keep improving.

Remember, don't be so hard on yourself—just keep doing the necessary steps in becoming a better math student.

PI Girls, do you struggle with math or is it one of your strengths? Comment below!

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Why Do We Study Mathematics? | Online Learning Tips

Posted: 11 Jul 2012 06:00 AM PDT

There are many answers to this question. Some would think that it's just to pass the next quiz or final examination so they can move on to the next course in their program of study. Others will say it is totally unnecessary; and still others will claim they need math to balance checkbooks or for a promotion… There isn't a single answer that fully addresses the question, but there are many reasons that every student will come to appreciate math as they move forward with their academic endeavors.

Using Math in Everyday Life

Mathematics is an essential discipline in today's world. It is a powerful tool for understanding the world around us and our perspective of the important issues facing us as individuals, families, businesses, and nations. Math surrounds us; we see and use math skills and capabilities every day—from balancing our checkbooks to advertising agencies to doctors; from retailers to builders, lawyers and accountants. Everyone needs some level of specific mathematics knowledge. Most professions use math to perform their job better and to get ahead in the world.

Analytic Skills Obtained from Math in School

To succeed in college, there are general education mathematics requirements that help students develop critical thinking and quantitative analysis skills. Every university has general knowledge course requirements. American Public University requires that all students complete at least three semester hours in their mathematics general education. These general education courses develop the skills that students need during their more specific program courses. The general courses include computational skills, problem solving, data analysis, pattern recognition, and learning how to approach and solve complex problems.

Some mathematics courses are required as prerequisites for certain courses in your degree program. You won't be able to register for and pass some upper-level courses in your degree program unless you learn the required math concepts used in those courses. As an example, a student studying orbital dynamics must have a firm understanding of algebra and trigonometry, and a social scientist needs to comprehend the foundations of statistical analysis. As you proceed toward your degree, you will find that you need the technical and computational skills learned during your mathematics courses.

Technology and Logic

Technology is changing rapidly and the basis of many of these technological changes is mathematics and logic. These changes are so rapid that it would be difficult to predict the skills that people will need in the future workplace or at home in the coming years. But a good basis in mathematics, statistics, and technology will keep you agile enough to adapt to the advances in technology.

Blending Historically Implied Math with Current Concepts

Mathematics has evolved over many centuries to help solve problems. Math teaches us to think logically; to identify and state the problem clearly; to plan how to solve the problem; and then to apply the appropriate methods to evaluate and solve the problem.

We learn to evaluate and draw conclusions based on our knowledge. We are surrounded by a large number of statistical data and studies. To be a successful student and also an informed citizen, we should be able to evaluate these studies and the data they present in order to decide what is true or reasonable. Mathematics help you recognize mistakes in thinking or analysis that we encounter in our lives. How many advertisements or political polls have you seen lately? Do you have the quantitative skills to evaluate their messages? Mathematics can help.

Where Else is Math Applicable?

Math is more than a subject that everyone in school needs to take. Many believe that math is only needed in the Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics fields (STEM). That's true, math is absolutely essential in those fields, but it is also needed in many other fields including economics, many of the social sciences such as psychology and sociology, and in many of the arts and humanities disciplines including art, music, and mass communications. Mathematics has been called "the universal language".

Numbers and mathematics help us keep score—not just in sports contests, but in measuring money, time, distance, cooking and baking, balancing a checkbook, planning an improvement project, and buying the necessary materials. Building a new deck on your house or finding the amount of material to build a fence are both good examples of mathematics in our daily lives.

Logic and quantitative reasoning attained in mathematics courses helps us make better decisions. Learning how to solve the hard challenges is an asset that will pay dividends throughout our lives. These challenges may be a complex statistical analysis or one of the many challenges you face in your life.

We also use numbers and mathematics for leisure. We play card games, electronic games, crossword puzzles, and Sudoku's. They all share a common element of mathematics.

In summary, a solid foundation in mathematics is an essential skill for students pursuing any academic degree and that same quantitative capability is necessary for success in life as well. University mathematics courses prepare students for both of those very important reasons.

By Bill Owen
Program Director for Mathematics, American Public University

As an adult educator, Mr. Owen's focus is on the use of sound analytical and managerial techniques to solve complex business and management issues. For the past four years he has served as the Program Director for the Mathematics Department, School of Science and Technology at American Public University System. He has a Master of Education in from the University of Oklahoma, he's attended the John F. Kennedy School of Government, and he has a Master of Science in Operations Research from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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