1. When nothing else works, copy the examples and proofs from the text. Over and over again, thinking about what it all means, writing out the intermediate steps.
2. Hunt around the internet for classic and introductory texts on whatever, if you need it. Just like Cliff Notes, dont tell anyone, but use them anyway. Take your prof's recommendation of "introductory" of introductory with a grain of salt.
3. Brown nose the grad students and ask their advice about teachers and texts. Go with their consensus above the profs...
4. Put in more hours than anybody, but always get enough sleep and save three hours a week to excercise, and make sure you eat decently
1. When nothing else works, copy the examples and proofs from the text. Over and over again, thinking about what it all means, writing out the intermediate steps.
2. Hunt around the internet for classic and introductory texts on whatever, if you need it. Just like Cliff Notes, dont tell anyone, but use them anyway. Take your prof's recommendation of "introductory" of introductory with a grain of salt.
3. Brown nose the grad students and ask their advice about teachers and texts. Go with their consensus above the profs...
4. Put in more hours than anybody, but always get enough sleep and save three hours a week to excercise, and make sure you eat decently