Conquering Math Anxiety (with CD-ROM) [Paperback]

Cynthia A. Arem (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0534386342 | ISBN-13: 978-0534386344 | Publication Date: February 21, 2002 | Edition: 2

Provides exercises, worksheets, and explanations of methods to help students deal with and overcome their fears.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Three features that I especially like are: 1) the exercises that help students identify learning styles, 2) the suggestions for improving classroom performance, and 3) the study checklist to be used before taking a test. Overall, I like the positive approach the book takes."

"I like the exercises. I feel that they lead the students to discover their deep-seated thoughts and anxieties and can be very beneficial for recovering from math anxiety. The case studies model different situations and the exercises serve as a sort of path for students to follow in order to discover their own situations and solutions to their anxieties. Overall, I like everything about the book. Students are constantly reminded that they have worth and that they can do math."

About the Author

Cynthia A. Arem is Chair of the Social Sciences department at Pima Community College. She received her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Arizona, and was Math and Sciences Counselor at Pima Community College from 1982 to 1998. She is President of National League of American Pen Women, Tucson Branch.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 2 edition (February 21, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534386342
• ISBN-13: 978-0534386344
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,344,415 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Conquering Math Anxiety, November 1, 2000

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This review is from: Conquering Math Anxiety: A Self-Help Workbook (Paperback)

I found this to be an exceptional book. It provides excellent practical strategies to be successful in math. It covers everything from psychological/personal blocks that may hinder students from learning math to practical success strategies that students can apply immediately. I especially enjoyed the discussion on learning styles and the accomodations that can be used for better understanding of coursework. I found the chapters on positive self-talk, conquering test anxiety and study skills very helpful as well. Every math teacher should have this book on their shelf!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It works, even if it's a little cheesy, February 17, 2009

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This review is from: Conquering Math Anxiety (with CD-ROM) (Paperback)

I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who has any type of academic anxiety, not just math. It's a little cheesy at times, but if you follow what it says, you will change your attitude about math. I just got a 100 on a math test for the first time since grade school (I'm a college student). At any rate, with the low price, it's a definite yes.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid information, April 14, 2010

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Peter F. Ash "math and literature lover" (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Conquering Math Anxiety (with CD-ROM) (Paperback)

I have taught adults with math anxiety for many years and use many of the techniques described in this book. They work! The book seems well written, and should be helpful for the math-anxious. The author has a great deal of experience working with math-anxious students at a community college. The intended audience is definitely college students, which makes some parts of the book less useful for the adults that I work with. The section on "Effective Math Study Skills" might be overwhelming to many; following all the prescriptions sounds like a full-time job.

To Ms. Arem's recommendations, I would add that one should do aerobic exercise regularly to reduce stress. I also recommend Brain Gym exercises, which one can find out about online.