Summer Chemistry.....

bravera · May 28, 2013

Math in chemistry is very simple, don't worry about that. Try not to freak yourself out! Many people haven't taken chemistry before their college chem I class. Just remember that all the topics build on each other, so make sure you study properly and try not to fall behind. Also, practice is key! Keep practicing balancing equations and solving reactions until you're confident in your abilities, just like you would for a math class. You can't learn it if you don't do it! It's all very methodical. If you need help or don't understand something, ask your professor! That's what (s)he is there for. You're going to rock it. :)

Jonahyona · May 28, 2013

Thank you for such great words of encouragements. Luckily, I don't really have anything doing while this class is going. My brother is home and is good at chemistry and if need by I'll get myself a tutor. I'm just nervous because I am entering the unknown.

bravera · May 28, 2013

See, you have this! Don't be nervous! Every day you face things that are unknown to you, and the same goes for everyone else. :)

__patiently_waiting · May 28, 2013

Like one of the PP said, math in chemistry isn't that hard. Just study it & you will do well. Don't underestimate what you can do & don't work yourself up cause it won't be as hard as as you think. I took chem in high school & hated it, probably made a low B if that. I was terrified to take it in college. I made an A in chem I & II thanks to dedication & studying. The math wasn't hard at all. You would think I would have made a better grade in basic college algebra than chem .... but I didn't.

Dedicate your time to studying, keep up with everything & ask questions right away if you're unsure about something. If you do that you should be good. :)

HammockBound · May 28, 2013

I agree. Chemistry sounder worse then it turned out to be. It started out very simple. I realized it is just a lot of repetition. Small changes make a big difference...I had it online and never got help from my terrible teacher. :nailbiting: BUT...as long as you read the book and do the study questions...you will get it. If you dont understand, then you just need to try a few more problems...it does click. You need a good calculator that works all the time! Very important.

Jonahyona · May 28, 2013

Well, I started the class today. Honestly, it is going to be a terrible 5 weeks. I couldn't figure out the most basic formula we were doing in class. I am frustrated and sad already. To be held back by a disability/brain is a terrible feeling. I talked to the professor and she didn't really offer much useful input. I guess I shall seek out a tutor. :unsure: :drowning: :cry:

bravera · May 29, 2013

Maybe Khan Academy will be useful for you? I used to use it for calculus and it offered very comprehensive, straight-forward tutorials and explanations. https://www.khanacademy.org/science/chemistry