[emursebrian]

I struggle when trying to solve math problems without context. I learned enough trigonometry to pass the final exams in high school, but I didn't REALLY understand it until I took a graduate-level graphics programming class.

Some people enjoy the process of solving equations and math problems. For me, it's a tough process. Unless I have a tangible goal, I struggle to visualize the problem.

Starting with basic algebra, it would be more effective if mathematics were paired with some practical problems. Computer graphics, engineering, construction, finance and the analysis of data would be good areas to do this in because it's exactly where you'd need said math!