Retired Actuary/Former High School Math Teacher

There is no one way to learn. Rote memorization is at one end of the spectrum and instantaneous complete understanding and insight of the topic is at the other end. There is a lot in between. People do not learn everything the same way - their own ability to learn changes from moment to moment and subject to subject. Sometimes material is taught in our schools in a way that expects the student to learn in a specific manner and speed. That's great when those expectations are met. Bu... Read More >>