What is the point of Math 55?
Math 55, officially known as “Honors Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra,” is essentially a nine-month mathematical boot camp. The course teaches four years of math in two semesters. “It’s an intense, warp-speed survey of the entire undergraduate math curriculum in one year,” Harrison says.
Is linear analysis hard?
The pure mechanics of Linear algebra are very basic, being far easier than anything of substance in Calculus. The difficulty is that linear algebra is mostly about understanding terms and definitions and determining the type of calculation and analysis needed to get the required result.
Why is Linear Algebra hard?
The difficulty is that linear algebra is mostly about understanding terms and definitions, and determining which calculation is needed to arrive at the intended answer. A student in the “calculus” mindset of performing calculations without thinking about why they are doing them will have a very difficult time.
What is the right way to learn linear algebra?
The right way to see linear algebra is with a focus on vector spaces and linear transformations. So I will suggest books with this perspective in mind.
How many levels of understanding are there in linear algebra?
There are two levels of understanding linear algebra that I think are most relevant: EDIT: I just realized how easily my advice here can be misconstrued.
How hard is it to self-study mathematics?
Self-studying mathematics is hard – it’s an emotional journey as much as an intellectual one and it’s the kind of journey I imagine many people start but then drop off after a few months.
How do you pick books as a self-learner?
The books you pick as a self-learner are also sometimes different from what you would work use if you were engaged in full-time study at a university. Personally, I lean more towards books with better exposition, motivation, and examples.