Title:
The secrets of mental math / Arthur T. Benjamin.
ISBN:
9781598037173
9781598037166
9781490654225
Publication Information:
Chantilly, VA : The Teaching Company, [2011]
©2011
Physical Description:
2 videodiscs (360 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
General Note:
Originally produced in 2010.
"12 lectures/30 minutes per lecture"--Container.
"Course no. 1406"--Disc surface.
Special features and enhancements may vary by copy.
DVD format.
Contents:
Part 1: Disc 1. Lecture 1. Math in your head! -- Lecture 2. Mental addition and subtraction -- Lecture 3. Go forth and multiply -- Lecture 4. Divide and conquer -- Lecture 5. Art of guesstimation -- Lecture 6. Mental math and paper.
Part 2: Disc 2. Lecture 7. Intermediate multiplication -- Lecture 8. Speed of Vedic division -- Lecture 9. Memorizing numbers -- Lecture 10. Calendar calculating -- Lecture 11. Advanced multiplication -- Lecture 12. Masters of mental math.
Summary:
One key to improving and expanding your math potential--whether you're a corporate executive or a high-school student--lies in the powerful ability to perform mental math calculations. Solving basic math problems in your head is a gateway to success in understanding and mastering higher mathematical fields such as algebra, statistics, and calculus. Mental mathematics also is valuable when you're shopping for groceries or figuring out how much to tip at a restaurant. This 12-lecture course guides you through all the essential skills, tips, and tricks for improving and enhancing your ability to solve a range of mathematical problems right in your head.
Added Corporate Author:
Language Note:
In English.
Performer:
Lecturer: Professor Arthur T. Benjamin, Harvey Mudd College.
Production Credits:
Producer, Zachary H. Rhoades ; academic content supervisor, Jay Tate ; editor, Rich Bernett.
OCLC Number:
ocn703437645
Availability:
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