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How To Learn And Memorize Math, Numbers, Equations, And Simple Arithmetic
You Can Practically Steal These Simple Math Memory Tricks
If you've ever wanted to improve your ability to learn and memorize mathematical equations, formula, arithmetic and numbers by 100% ... 200% ... 300% (or more) using simple skills you can learn in under an hour (or less), then this may be the most important book you will ever read.
How To Learn And Memorize Math With Proven StrategiesGuess what?
You're wasting time listening to the standard advice about learning math. You can't continue with "random acts of learning" as you study simple math, calculus and statistics formulas - at least not for long.
The truth is that learning math and remembering numbers can be incredibly simple. You just need to know how.
In How To Memorize Numbers, Equations And Simple Arithmetic, Anthony Metivier shows you everthing you need to develop the right skills, the right mindset and the right dedicated memorization strategy for memorizing any number or equation. Plus you'll learn how to find the right tempo for studying math to match your background and personal interests.
The key to learning and memorizing math is to follow a model. You won't succeed without one. And your best bet is to supplement that math learning model with strong memory skills.
Want To Eliminate The Pain and Frustration of Learning Math?Most of the suffering caused by learning math comes from "cognitive overload."
There is a way to remove this frustration from your life forever. And ...
... If There Is A Quick Fix - This Is It!The information in this book will teach you:
* Why memory techniques for math and numbers are like a bicycle everyone can ride (with some minor personal adjustments).
* The real reason why no one should ever be squeamish about memorization or learning math.
* Sample examples and illustrations that will show you exactly how and why these memory techniques and strategies work.
* Unique approaches that will have you literally “tuning in� on the math concepts and formulas you are studying so that you can memorize and recall them with ease.
Memorizing formulas for arithmetic, calculus, physics and statistics is one of the greatest frustrations math learners face. But using the Memory Palace and visualization secrets revealed in this book, you'll learn:
How to visualize any number so that it literally pops out in your mind whenever you look for it. How to use actors, other public figures and famous pieces of artwork to help you memorize math concepts, numbers and formulas. Simple strategies for practicing recall so that you are relaxed during exams and can easily recall everything you've studied no matter how difficult. The Best Ways To Learn And Memorize MathWhat's the secret to success with using this book to memorize all the mathematical formulas, equations and numbers that you need to excel at math? It all starts with having a "system" for doing the necessary memorization activities. As you probably know, it's getting harder and harder to find the time for learning anything, especially math. That's why you need a proven plan for increasing your math knowledge.
The good news is it's not hard to improve your approach to learning math.
121 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 20, 2014
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About the author
Anthony Metivier
65books117followersAnthony Metivier is a Canadian author and Memory trainer. His approach to mnemonics, known as the Magnetic Memory Method, has introduced several new innovations to the art of memory. Influenced by memory skills innovators like Harry Lorayne and Tony Buzan, Metivier is a promoter of mental literacy.
Born in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Metivier grew up in Kamloops. He completed first a BA and MA in English Literature before completing an MA in Media and Communications at the European Graduate School. Later, he completed a PhD and became the first person to hold a Doctorate in Humanities from York University.
From 2009-2011, Metivier taught Film Studies in the Art History Department of the University of Saarland partly under the auspices of a Mercator research grant for the project, Elective Affinities: Studien zu filmischen Adaptionen von Romanen und Erzhlungen mit Kunstbezug.
Born in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Metivier grew up in Kamloops. He completed first a BA and MA in English Literature before completing an MA in Media and Communications at the European Graduate School. Later, he completed a PhD and became the first person to hold a Doctorate in Humanities from York University.
From 2009-2011, Metivier taught Film Studies in the Art History Department of the University of Saarland partly under the auspices of a Mercator research grant for the project, Elective Affinities: Studien zu filmischen Adaptionen von Romanen und Erzhlungen mit Kunstbezug.
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January 2, 2019
The "Magnetic Memory Palace" approach easily deserves 5 stars. Anthony Metivier provides clear instructions that will get you started in no time. In addition he offers helpful tips like "do not trap yourself" or "do not cross your own path" and gives practical examples where to find them and how to use them.
When you want to memorize numbers better you will sooner or later stumble upon the Major System. It's covered here as well and I highly recommend to learn it. For simpler tasks there is the "number shape system", which I have only started to use recently especially for short-term memory tasks, or the "number sound system".
What completely annoyed me were the numerous links to YouTube videos or online material. I read a book because I want to carry the knowledge with me and because I expect the author to offer the key facts in a tangible format. If something is needed then please include it HERE in the book.
Second, there are not enough concrete examples for math equations. The interview with Robert Ahdoot at the end of the book has some interesting ideas, but if this is considered THE method then Anthony should have extracted the key points. To me it looks more like a highly individual approach that might or might not work.
It would have been an amazing feet if Anthony had demonstrated that HE, as no expert in math or statistics, is able to memorize and recall the same equations using the Memory Palace. The way it is, the book looks more like a way to make money fast by reusing the same content.
Conclusion: I cannot recommend the "book". The core material is good but you are better off by visiting the author's website and learn from what is offered there. Or you buy one of his Udemy courses when it's on sale for 10 bucks.
When you want to memorize numbers better you will sooner or later stumble upon the Major System. It's covered here as well and I highly recommend to learn it. For simpler tasks there is the "number shape system", which I have only started to use recently especially for short-term memory tasks, or the "number sound system".
What completely annoyed me were the numerous links to YouTube videos or online material. I read a book because I want to carry the knowledge with me and because I expect the author to offer the key facts in a tangible format. If something is needed then please include it HERE in the book.
Second, there are not enough concrete examples for math equations. The interview with Robert Ahdoot at the end of the book has some interesting ideas, but if this is considered THE method then Anthony should have extracted the key points. To me it looks more like a highly individual approach that might or might not work.
It would have been an amazing feet if Anthony had demonstrated that HE, as no expert in math or statistics, is able to memorize and recall the same equations using the Memory Palace. The way it is, the book looks more like a way to make money fast by reusing the same content.
Conclusion: I cannot recommend the "book". The core material is good but you are better off by visiting the author's website and learn from what is offered there. Or you buy one of his Udemy courses when it's on sale for 10 bucks.
February 13, 2022
This book will give you the tools you need in order to memorize and commit to memory any mathematical process or important logical concept. This can be read as a standalone text and teaching manual, but is more useful as part of his overall method. The audiobook includes a wonderful interview with a mathematician who uses this system skillfully as a beginner.
The “magnetic memory method� is not simply a technique to learn a single Datapoint or equation. It is an entire system that includes proper principles, entire learning strategies, specific practice methods, useful practical techniques, a fascinating community, a teacher willing to answer questions, and even memory friends to support accountability.
A book like this can also be a wonderful entry point into the transformative study of the mind and its cultivation. So, buyer beware! For most of us, once you get started� It can be very difficult to stop!
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The “magnetic memory method� is not simply a technique to learn a single Datapoint or equation. It is an entire system that includes proper principles, entire learning strategies, specific practice methods, useful practical techniques, a fascinating community, a teacher willing to answer questions, and even memory friends to support accountability.
A book like this can also be a wonderful entry point into the transformative study of the mind and its cultivation. So, buyer beware! For most of us, once you get started� It can be very difficult to stop!
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April 24, 2020
I like this dude!
I've been following and subscribed Mr. Metivier's YT channel for a while now.
He has a lot of knowledge and systems in place, with his vast experience on Memory Palaces.
Kudos to this author in bringing in his own findings and theories on creating effective memory palaces.
Appreciate your work and contribution!
I've been following and subscribed Mr. Metivier's YT channel for a while now.
He has a lot of knowledge and systems in place, with his vast experience on Memory Palaces.
Kudos to this author in bringing in his own findings and theories on creating effective memory palaces.
Appreciate your work and contribution!
February 2, 2015
Not a bad little read. It brought together a couple different principles I'd already read up on, the memory palace and the major mnemonic system. It can't help you actually institute these, you have to make the effort to learn and apply, but it does give a good general grounding in both.
December 24, 2023
Honestly, I was hoping he would give more examples, especially in formal logic which I need to learn next year. Which I doubted anyway, but there were hardly any examples at all.
The best way to explain this read is that it's an introduction to "Mind Palaces", yes that weird Sherlock scene.
I've read Kevin Horsley's book Unlimited Memory, and it seems to work because I remember Kevin's name because I imagine him to look like a horse named Kevin.
Unfortunately, Anthony's book just didn't have what I wanted. That is, just an example of how he would do formulas and symbols as symbolic objects.
The best way to explain this read is that it's an introduction to "Mind Palaces", yes that weird Sherlock scene.
I've read Kevin Horsley's book Unlimited Memory, and it seems to work because I remember Kevin's name because I imagine him to look like a horse named Kevin.
Unfortunately, Anthony's book just didn't have what I wanted. That is, just an example of how he would do formulas and symbols as symbolic objects.
May 15, 2018
A technique worth trying
Enjoyed how author laid out the technique. The interview transcript was the best part as it gave very concrete examples but the first part of the book provided needed background.
Enjoyed how author laid out the technique. The interview transcript was the best part as it gave very concrete examples but the first part of the book provided needed background.
July 27, 2019
Seems good but spent is also pushing the authors method as a product.
I do not have a large collection but it seems to be a variation of memory palace, with some organizational instructions for building it out
I do not have a large collection but it seems to be a variation of memory palace, with some organizational instructions for building it out
July 25, 2019
Quick read, useful not for just math but language learning etc.
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February 4, 2021Leerlo
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August 5, 2016
There's a lot of overlap between this book and others by , though that doesn't make it a bad book. Most of it is an explanation of how to use memory palaces to memorise *stuff* in general terms. There isn't a great deal about mathematics or equations. So it's a enjoyable read, though if you know anything about memory palaces already, you might found it a bit repetitive or redundant.
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