How can I improve my problem-solving skills in physics?

[cs23]

I have a lot of difficulty when solving problems. I usually don't know what to do, but once i see a similar problem I can follow the structure and solve problem. But i feel I am not learning anything. I've tried reading the book but i usually don't get it and stop reading because of frustration.

I read somewhere that if having difficulty solving a problem you should identify the problem. Such as, whether a key concept was missed or applying what was learned. But i don't know how to identify which pertains to me.

Any suggestions would be very helpful

 

[exe163]

If you are talking about introductory physics, go look up the lectures by Walter Lewin (youtube/itune). His lecture helped me survived mechanics and EM.

And always drop in during office hours to ask both conceptual or problem based question.