Friday, September 28, 2012

B.O.B - reflection on a class


     The class I am reflecting on is math in general, both Pre-Calc Functions and AP Stats.  Yes, I am taking two math classes and yes, I did double up last year too.  It's because I. LOVE. MATH.  Weird right?  But my love of all things math (with the small exception of chemistry, blah) is a big part of my problem.  I love math partly because it never changes, that is, there is a right answer and a wrong answer (usually).  However, I must admit that a big part of my fondness of math comes from the fact that math has aslways been really easy for me.  At least it used to be easy for me.  But now, I have to say I find myself struggling somewhat in both maths, more in Stats.  The first test I took in AP Stats, I got a D on. A stupid "D".  That, I gotta say, was a first.  And while it may have majorly freaked me out, I have to admit that I find it a humbling experience.  I now realize that although it is nice to be able to breaze through my classes I will not be able to do that forever.  Now that I know that those AP tests are death on paper I have picked up my study habits.  But I hope I never forget the lesson learned that not everything in my life will come easy and I can not afford to glide by any longer.  So thank up Mr. Jones and Mr. Jackson for this new outlook on my work habits and, kind of, on life.

1 comment:

  1. I'm not happy that you got a "D" in AP Stats or that you have struggled a little with your favorite subject, however, I am happy that this is happening early and in high school. With our type of classes in HS, its much easier to get the help when needed and the level of complexity is easier to figure out on your own or with the help of a good friend. Keep working hard!

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