Am I Doing This Right?

     Are you feeling stressed out about college because you can't learn something as fast as the rest of the class?  Do you feel that you'll be judged or talked about for not knowing something that the rest of the class felt is common knowledge by this level of learning.? Don't be afraid to ask your teachers or classmates questions about subjects you don't understand.  Most schools have tutoring services that are covered in your tuition.  Take advantage of those services when you really feel dumbfounded about that difficult lesson.  Remember that there are no stupid questions when it comes down to your education. The only stupid thing is to not utilize all your resources at your disposal.

     The two biggest resources that you should abuse are your professors and the Internet. As my math teacher recently told us, "You are surrounded by some of the most knowledgeable people in the world who are standing right in front of you. They know almost everything there is to know about the subject they are teaching."  He was definitely right in saying this since most college professors will have Master's Degrees or Ph.D.'s while hailing from some of the most prestigious universities in the world. Their job is prepare you and they would love to have students ask them questions. Just be prepared to reach them as early as possible when you don't understand.  And if you ask your professor and he doesn't know, He can either get back with you after finding out, or referring you to a resource that can provide clarity.  My math professor also recommended some useful online resources to us. Those websites were KhanAcademy and Paul's online math notes. They had helpful tutorial videos, practice problems, and tips to prepare me for class and my Math Placement Test. I recommend them as well to anyone- especially KhanAcademy for covering every subject and grade level.

     I didn't run into that wall of comprehension during my summer classes, but I know that I may during my harder classes like other students who may do so as well. One solution I can think of  would be to create study groups outside of class so we can help learn together.  It is also a way to bond with fellow classmates while getting comprehension as well.  It's a common belief that you learn better from peers rather than adults.  Whichever way you choose, just remember to get the help you need through "any means necessary."