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Honestly, I felt like linear algebra was the low point in my math career-- even behind axiomatic set theory. I still have nightmares about determining whether a
by dbbolton 14y ago
Honestly, I felt like linear algebra was the low point in my math career-- even behind axiomatic set theory. I still have nightmares about determining whether a set of vectors is linearly independent.
- shurane 14y agoMaybe you just had a bad approach? Linear algebra is loads of fun, methinks. And you need a good teacher or appreciation of the material for that. And it's something you slowly forget if you don't put it to use.
- impendia 14y agoLinear algebra is frequently taught very poorly. I think most university courses in the subject are kind of watered down and reduced to algorithms you can memorize -- which, ironically, makes them tough going for the strong students.
- wickedchicken 14y ago> I felt like linear algebra was the low point in my math career What do you consider to be the high point?