Self-Learning – How to Expand Problem Solving Skills

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I have a great passion for Math but my lack in problem solving skill always keeps me away from the "good stuff". I always wanted to be better at Math and one of the things I figured out was to keep practicing a specific set of problems until I understood the question. What techniques do you recommend, that implement to improve my problem solving skill and help me improve my Math?

EDIT:
Are there any books you would recommend that can quickly help me implement your suggested technique?

Best Answer

In addition to the other answers, perhaps you should look into these books and problem books (there are many).

Problem-Solving Strategies (Problem Books in Mathematics) [Paperback] Arthur Engel (Author)

How to Solve It: A New Aspect of Mathematical Method (Princeton Science Library) [Paperback] G. Polya (Author)

How to Prove It: A Structured Approach [Paperback] Daniel J. Velleman (Author)

A Book of Abstract Algebra: Second Edition (Dover Books on Mathematics) [Paperback] Charles C Pinter (Author)

How to Think Like a Mathematician: A Companion to Undergraduate Mathematics [Paperback] Kevin Houston (Author)

The Nuts and Bolts of Proofs, Third Edition: An Introduction to Mathematical Proofs [Paperback] Antonella Cupillari (Author)

Mathematical Proofs: A Transition to Advanced Mathematics (2nd Edition) [Hardcover] Gary Chartrand (Author), Albert D. Polimeni (Author), Ping Zhang (Author)

How to Read and Do Proofs: An Introduction to Mathematical Thought Processes [Paperback] Daniel Solow (Author)

http://www.mathpropress.com/mathBooks/

http://www.springer.com/series/714?detailsPage=titles

HTH

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