Being successful in math depends on:

1. Previous Math Knowledge

2. Quality of Instruction

3. Level of Test Anxiety

4. Study Habits

5. Study Attitudes

6. Motivation

1. Previous Math Knowledge

• Review the material of your last math course before starting a new math course.
• Start using tutors at the beginning of the semester. Don't wait until you have problems.

2. Quality of Instruction

• Talk to your math teacher.
• Go to the student success seminar.
• Be knowledgeable about your learning style. Expand your learning styles.

3. Level of Test Anxiety

• Go to the student success seminar.
• Read up on test anxiety.
• Improve your test taking skills.

4. Study Habits

• Develop a study schedule. Math should be studied every day. Most students need to study at least 10 hours a week to get good grades.
• Study efficiently. Find your best time to study and set it aside for math. Also remember to set aside times for fun and relaxation. Then you won't feel guilty at those times.
• Keep track of your grades and the hours studied. Increase the study time if you don't get the grades you want.
• Improve your listening and note taking skills.
• Read your textbook and do your homework effectively.
• Control your study environment.

5. Study Attitudes

• Watch out for negative self-talk.
• Watch out for negative messages from your environment.
• Get regular exercise, get enough sleep and eat healthy.

6. Motivation

• Design and implement a reward system.
• Choose your study environment.
• Choose a study buddy.