Self-study High School Math Textbooks?
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I'm new to this website so I apologize in advance if what I'm going to ask isn't meant to be posted here.
A bit of background though: I haven't been to school in 6 years and the last level I've graduated was Grade 7 due to financial problems, as well as my mom frequently being in and out of the hospital. I am now 18 and I wish to go to college as soon as I can, but I need to be caught up on all the math I've missed (I have been studying these past few years with what's available on the internet, but I don't think it's enough).
So my question is, are there any good, easy to understand, high school math books suited for my situation? I learn better with a teacher who can explain the lesson, but since I don't have one I'd prefer books that aren't too difficult, but at the same time provide everything necessary for high school level math and more. I used to be a bright student so I'm sure I can do this on my own with the right material.
Again, if this question isn't meant to be on this site I'd be more than willing to delete it asap! That's all. Thank you for reading. :)
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I'm new to this website so I apologize in advance if what I'm going to ask isn't meant to be posted here.
A bit of background though: I haven't been to school in 6 years and the last level I've graduated was Grade 7 due to financial problems, as well as my mom frequently being in and out of the hospital. I am now 18 and I wish to go to college as soon as I can, but I need to be caught up on all the math I've missed (I have been studying these past few years with what's available on the internet, but I don't think it's enough).
So my question is, are there any good, easy to understand, high school math books suited for my situation? I learn better with a teacher who can explain the lesson, but since I don't have one I'd prefer books that aren't too difficult, but at the same time provide everything necessary for high school level math and more. I used to be a bright student so I'm sure I can do this on my own with the right material.
Again, if this question isn't meant to be on this site I'd be more than willing to delete it asap! That's all. Thank you for reading. :)
reference-request education
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There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
Feb 29 '16 at 13:20
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Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05
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I'm new to this website so I apologize in advance if what I'm going to ask isn't meant to be posted here.
A bit of background though: I haven't been to school in 6 years and the last level I've graduated was Grade 7 due to financial problems, as well as my mom frequently being in and out of the hospital. I am now 18 and I wish to go to college as soon as I can, but I need to be caught up on all the math I've missed (I have been studying these past few years with what's available on the internet, but I don't think it's enough).
So my question is, are there any good, easy to understand, high school math books suited for my situation? I learn better with a teacher who can explain the lesson, but since I don't have one I'd prefer books that aren't too difficult, but at the same time provide everything necessary for high school level math and more. I used to be a bright student so I'm sure I can do this on my own with the right material.
Again, if this question isn't meant to be on this site I'd be more than willing to delete it asap! That's all. Thank you for reading. :)
reference-request education
asked Feb 29 '16 at 13:15
fuwa0
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I'm new to this website so I apologize in advance if what I'm going to ask isn't meant to be posted here.
A bit of background though: I haven't been to school in 6 years and the last level I've graduated was Grade 7 due to financial problems, as well as my mom frequently being in and out of the hospital. I am now 18 and I wish to go to college as soon as I can, but I need to be caught up on all the math I've missed (I have been studying these past few years with what's available on the internet, but I don't think it's enough).
So my question is, are there any good, easy to understand, high school math books suited for my situation? I learn better with a teacher who can explain the lesson, but since I don't have one I'd prefer books that aren't too difficult, but at the same time provide everything necessary for high school level math and more. I used to be a bright student so I'm sure I can do this on my own with the right material.
Again, if this question isn't meant to be on this site I'd be more than willing to delete it asap! That's all. Thank you for reading. :)
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There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
Feb 29 '16 at 13:20
4
Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05
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There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
Feb 29 '16 at 13:20
4
Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05
2
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There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
Feb 29 '16 at 13:20
There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
Feb 29 '16 at 13:20
4
4
Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05
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Try out this book.I am sure it will help!!
http://www.amazon.in/Challenge-Thrill-Pre-College-Mathematics-B-J-Venkatchala/dp/8122409806
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
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Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
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Try out this book.I am sure it will help!!
http://www.amazon.in/Challenge-Thrill-Pre-College-Mathematics-B-J-Venkatchala/dp/8122409806
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
add a comment |
up vote
0
down vote
Try out this book.I am sure it will help!!
http://www.amazon.in/Challenge-Thrill-Pre-College-Mathematics-B-J-Venkatchala/dp/8122409806
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
add a comment |
up vote
0
down vote
up vote
0
down vote
Try out this book.I am sure it will help!!
http://www.amazon.in/Challenge-Thrill-Pre-College-Mathematics-B-J-Venkatchala/dp/8122409806
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
Try out this book.I am sure it will help!!
http://www.amazon.in/Challenge-Thrill-Pre-College-Mathematics-B-J-Venkatchala/dp/8122409806
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
answered Feb 29 '16 at 13:22
tatan
5,53162555
5,53162555
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
add a comment |
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
Apparently he wants to go to college, so calculus would also be required. This book does not have anything related to calculus. However, this book is extremely good for every other topic except calculus and statistics.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:26
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
@SS_C4 He has last studied in grade $7$ (see his question)...it is essential he covers the topics in this book first (most importantly functions,graphs and introduction to number theory and combinatorics) and then goes at trying calculus.You cant get all good things loaded in one book..:-)
– tatan
Feb 29 '16 at 13:29
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
Yes, that's true. I only wished to point out that this book does not cover calculus. Otherwise, this is a wonderful book.
– SS_C4
Feb 29 '16 at 13:30
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@SS_C4: In the profile of the person who asked the question there is no indication where he/she lives, but if it is in the U.S.A., then grade 7 is before any algebra (and possibly even before computations with negative integers, at least this was the case when I was in school). In fact, except under extremely rare circumstances, one cannot quit school that early in the U.S.A. I think some more context about the poster is needed for us to be of much help (i.e. that person may never take calculus), although I do think the GED and Kahn Academy suggestions (in comments elsewhere) are helpful.
– Dave L. Renfro
Feb 29 '16 at 14:54
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
@DaveL.Renfro I'm from the Philippines, but I was enrolled in a school with a US based curriculum called A.C.E! I didn't have any algebra at Grade 7, but I've been trying to learn some throughout the years. I've tried something like the GED, but I didn't have enough requirements unfortunately. If I still have a chance to go to college any time soon I'd like to major in Economics or Banking and Finance. Sorry for the lack of info, I'm not used to sharing personal stuff online, haha :)) If I need to add anything else please let me know!
– fuwa0
Feb 29 '16 at 16:39
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There is probably an office in your city or state that arranges the GED (high school equivalency) exam. Someone there might be able to help you.
– Ethan Bolker
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Khan Academy is a nice resource for self directed learners. khanacademy.org It is designed around common high school course content.
– Carser
Feb 29 '16 at 13:33
Since you're from the Philippines, I'll list books I know in English. (If you know French, I have better suggestions.) You could try using Mathematics: A Complete Introduction (Teach Yourself). The books by C.V. Durell available online here ( knowledge-dojo.com ) are good, though old-fashioned. All the basic high school material is covered by General Arithmetic for Schools, School Certificate Algebra, A New Geometry for Schools and Elementary Trigonometry. You should ask again after that.
– David
Mar 3 '16 at 0:05