{"product_id":"a-mind-for-numbers-how-to-excel-at-math-and-science-even-if-you-flunked-algebra","title":"A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tForeword \/ Terrence J. Sejnowski, Francis Crick -- Preface \/ Jeffrey D. Karpicke, James V. Bradley -- Note to the Reader -- 1. Open the Door -- 2. Easy Doest It: Why Trying Too Hard Can Sometimes Be Part of the Problem -- 3. Learning Is Creating: Lessons from Thomas Edison's Frying Pan -- 4. Chunking and Avoiding Illusions of Competence: The Keys to Becoming an Equation Whisperer -- 5. Preventing Procrastination: Enlisting Your Habits (Zombies) as Helpers -- 6. Zombies Everywhere: Digging Deeper to Understand the Habit of Procrastination -- 7. Chunking versus Choking: How to Increase Your Expertise and Reduce Anxiety -- 8. Tools, Tips, and Tricks -- 9. Procrastination Zombie Wrap-Up -- 10. Enhancing Your Memory -- 11. More Memory Tips -- 12. Learning to Appreciate Your Talent -- 13. Sculpting Your Brain -- 14. Developing the Mind's Eye through Equation Poems -- 15. Renaissance Learning -- 16. Avoiding Overconfidence: The Power of Teamwork -- 17. Test Taking -- 18. Unlock Your Potential -- Afterword \/ David B. Daniel -- Acknowledgments -- Endnotes -- References -- Credits -- Index.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarbara Oakley\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eis a professor of engineering at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. She has received many awards for her teaching, including the coveted National Science Foundation New Century Scholar Award.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"If you struggled through math and slept through science, there's hope. In \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e, polymath Barbara Oakley reveals how to unlock the analytic powers of our brains so we can learn how to learn. This book should be required reading for students--and for my mother.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Adam Grant, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e-bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Originals\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A good teacher will leave you educated. But a great teacher will leave you curious. Well, Barbara Oakley is a great teacher. Not only does she have a mind for numbers, she has a way with words, and she makes every one of them count.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Mike Rowe, creator and host of Discovery Channel's \"Dirty Jobs\" and CEO of mikeroweWORKS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Superb not only for those who are struggling or who are expert at math, but for readers who wish to think and comprehend more efficiently.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"An ingeniously accessible introduction to the science of human cognition--along with practical advice on how to think better.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--James Taranto, \u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"In my book \n\u003ci\u003eThe Math Instinct, \u003c\/i\u003e I described how we have known since the early 1990s that all ordinary people can do mathematics, and in \n\u003ci\u003eThe Math Gene\u003c\/i\u003e, I explained why the capacity for mathematical thinking is both a natural consequence of evolution and yet requires effort to unleash it. What I did not do is show \n\u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e to tap in to that innate ability. Professor Oakley does just that.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Keith Devlin, NPR Weekend Edition's \"Math Guy\"\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"A wonderful book! How do you come to \n\u003ci\u003e love\u003c\/i\u003e math and science, and how do you come to \n\u003ci\u003elearn\u003c\/i\u003e math and science? Read \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e. Barbara Oakley is the magician who will help you do both.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Francisco J. Ayala, University Professor and Donald Bren Professor of Biological Sciences, University of California, Irvine, and former President and Chairman of the Board, American Association for the Advancement of Science\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Being good at science and mathematics isn't just something you \n\u003ci\u003eare\u003c\/i\u003e; it's something you \n\u003ci\u003ebecome\u003c\/i\u003e. This users' guide to the brain unmasks the mystery around achieving success in mathematics and science. I have seen far too many students opt out when they hit a rough patch. But now that learners have a handy guide for 'knowing better' they will also be able to 'do better.'\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Shirley Malcom, Head of Education and Human Resources Programs, American Association for the Advancement of Science\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \" \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent book about how to approach mathematics, science, or any realm where problem solving plays a prominent role.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--J. Michael Shaughnessy, Past President of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"I have not been this excited about a book in a long time. Giving students deep knowledge on \n\u003ci\u003ehow to learn\u003c\/i\u003e will lead to higher retention and student success in every field. It is a gift that will last them a lifetime.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Robert R Gamache, Ph.D., Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and International Relations, University of Massachusetts, Lowell\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \" \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e helps put students in the driver's seat--empowering them to learn more deeply and easily. This outstanding book is also a useful resource for instructional leaders. Given the urgent need for America to improve its science and math education so it can stay competitive, \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e is a welcome find.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Geoffrey Canada, President, Harlem Children's Zone\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"It's easy to say 'work smarter, not harder, ' but Barbara Oakley actually shows you how to do just that, in a fast-paced and accessible book that collects tips based on experience and sound science. In fact, I'm going to incorporate some of these tips into my own teaching.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Glenn Harlan Reynolds, Beauchamp Brogan Distinguished Professor of Law, The University of Tennessee\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \" \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e is a splendid resource for how to approach mathematics learning and in fact learning in any area. Barbara Oakley's authoritative guide is based on the latest research in the cognitive sciences, and provides a clear, concise, and entertaining roadmap for how to get the most out of learning. This is a must-read for anyone who has struggled with mathematics and anyone interested in enhancing their learning experience.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--David C. Geary, Curators' Professor of Psychological Sciences and Interdisciplinary Neuroscience, University o\u003c\/b\u003ef Missouri \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"For students afraid of math and science and for those who love the subjects, this engaging book provides guidance in establishing study habits that take advantage of how the brain works.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Deborah Schifter, Principal Research Scientist, Science and Mathematics Programs, Education Development Center, Inc.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"A Mind for Numbers \u003c\/i\u003eexplains the process of learning in a fascinating and utterly memorable way. This book is a classic, not only for learners of all ages, but for teachers of all kinds.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Frances R. Spielhagen, Ph.D., Director, Center for Adolescent Research and Development, Mount Saint Mary College\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe companion book to COURSERA(R)'s wildly popular massive open online course \"Learning How to Learn\"\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you are a student struggling to fulfill a math or science requirement, or you are embarking on a career change that requires a new skill set, \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e offers the tools you need to get a better grasp of that intimidating material. Engineering professor Barbara Oakley knows firsthand how it feels to struggle with math. She flunked her way through high school math and science courses, before enlisting in the army immediately after graduation. When she saw how her lack of mathematical and technical savvy severely limited her options--both to rise in the military and to explore other careers--she returned to school with a newfound determination to re-tool her brain to master the very subjects that had given her so much trouble throughout her entire life. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \n\u003ci\u003eA Mind for Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Oakley lets us in on the secrets to learning effectively--secrets that even dedicated and successful students wish they'd known earlier. Contrary to popular belief, math requires creative, as well as analytical, thinking. Most people think that there's only one way to do a problem, when in actuality, there are often a number of different solutions--you just need the creativity to see them. For example, there are more than three hundred different known proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem. In short, studying a problem in a laser-focused way until you reach a solution is not an effective way to learn. Rather, it involves taking the time to step away from a problem and allow the more relaxed and creative part of the brain to take over. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe learning strategies in this book apply not only to math and science, but to any subject in which we struggle. We all have what it takes to excel in areas that don't seem to come naturally to us at first, and learning them does not have to be as painful as we might think.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 08\/01\/2014 pg. 83 (EAN 9780399165245, Paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Oakley, Barbara\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tarcher\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2014-07-31\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Mathematics|Applied|Self-Help|Personal Growth|Success|Science|Philosophy \u0026amp; Social Aspects\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Math anxiety|Mathematics|Study and teaching|Psychological aspects|Educational psychology\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780399165245\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9780399165245\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51154250268950,"sku":"SP-9780399165245","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/9910\/8886\/files\/9780399165245_spiral.png?v=1774939422","url":"https:\/\/lusper.myshopify.com\/products\/a-mind-for-numbers-how-to-excel-at-math-and-science-even-if-you-flunked-algebra","provider":"Lusperbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}