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Is it possible for math-phobic students to learn math?#xA0; Yes!#xA0; Not only can they learn math, they can excel by learning the truly unique techniques inManaging the Mean Math Blues.#xA0; Written by an experienced math teacher and psychotherapist, this book helps students overcome their negative perceptions about math using positive psychology, brain-based learning, and study skills techniques. #xA0;Students turn failure into success as they practice these new skills on basic math content.#xA0; With clear psychological models for concentration and focus (called flow) into math, students learn how to match their skills with math challenges, set short-term goals and seek feedback in order to learn math successfully.

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Cheryl Ooten , Mathematics Professor Emeritus, Santa Ana College, has taught all levels of mathematics from basic math through calculus counseling math anxious students for over 30 years. A licensed psychotherapist, Cheryl is currently a Ph.D. student at Claremont Graduate University pursuing her continuing interest in student success and math education.

Kathy Moore, Mathematics Professor, Santiago Canyon College, enjoys sharing her love of mathematics with the math anxious student. Outside of teaching people mathematics, she trains and shows her five dogs in obedience competitions around the country. Kathy lives in Norco, California with her husband and the canine pack.

Dedication
Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
Begin with Facts Student Success Stories Student Success Story: Alex Solano
Flow with Math Student Success Story: Isabella Vescey
Learn How You Learn Student Success Story: Enrique De Leon
Time Yourself Successfully Student Success Story: Sarah Kershaw
Bridge Gaps with Study Skills Student Success Story: The Tortoise and the Hares
Use All Your Resources Student Success Story: Jazmin Hurtado
Take Charge of Testing Student Success Story: Carlos Ordiano
Make Strong Math Memories Student Success Story: Joel Sheldon
Solve Problems Systematically Advice for Struggling Math Students
Manage Math Anxiety Poem by Victoria Stephenson
Neutralize Negative Math Thoughts & Behaviors
(Optional) Consider Algebra
Appendix Problem Solving Index
Index
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Managing the Mean Math Blues Study Skills for Student Success

Managing the Mean Math Blues Study Skills for Student Success

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