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A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)

Barbara Oakley
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A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

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Barbara Oakley

A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science by Barbara Oakley provides strategies to help individuals understand and excel in math and science. It focuses on effective learning techniques, overcoming mental blocks, and improving problem-solving skills, making challenging subjects more accessible.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

26,906 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Barbara Oakley's A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science offers practical techniques for improving math and science skills. Praised for its accessible writing and actionable advice, it's particularly useful for those struggling in these subjects. However, some find the anecdotes redundant, and the tips may seem basic to advanced learners. Overall, it's a valuable resource for students and educators alike.

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Who Should Read A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)?

A reader who would enjoy A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science by Barbara Oakley is someone interested in improving their mathematical and scientific skills through understanding cognitive strategies. Comparable to readers of Carol Dweck’s Mindset and Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, this audience values practical, research-based learning techniques.

4.4

26,906 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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