Name: Vasu Kaker.
Feelings Associated with Math:
Excitement, Intrigue, Joy – I enjoy Math.
I am keen to start this courses, especially as I would learn about the many complexities of math that were not covered in GCSE Ad Maths and deepen my understanding of pure math.
What do you do when you are “stuck” in mathematics?
I either:
- Try a new approach
- Come back to the problem in a few days (unless it’s an exam!)
- Consult the web on similar problems
- Refer to a textbook
- Ask a friend
- Ask a teacher
In the past I have followed this methodology.
Biggest Strength:
Perhaps Creativity/Originality – as a child I was interested in math but did not seek a formal tutelage through something like Kumon and hence chose to learn about Math on my own, in the capacity of math competitions. Many of my teachers have hence commented that my approach to solving problems can sometimes be rather unconventional. Though the efficiency of my ways vary, every once in a while my method may be faster or a better solution to normal procedures.
Final Note to Math Teacher:
I love doing investigations and exploring math for myself, rather than being given a formula.
Thank you for this information Vasu – you’re in the right place for deep conceptual-based inductive learning then! 🙂
Hey Vasu, unconvential is just the right thing we are looking for ! Of course, you will filtrr through the usual approaches, but how cool is it to think outside the box ? I wonder if your circus training has nurtut=red this approach to your academics ? We are so looking forward to working with you.