Learning Math through Independent study

[Fendaril]

Is it possible? Most of the resources I find are geared toward college class situations. I do not want to learn how to learn with a lecturer. Is there anything online free that can teach and quiz without acting as a supplement for an expensive course or school setting?

 

[arildno]

Of course it is possible.

What you miss out on, is the opportunity to unlearn your own misconceptions, that a real human being can detect in a conversation with you.

And, believe me, such misconceptions are easily formed, and can become deeply entrenched, however talented you are to begin with.

 

[Fendaril]

I do not considered myself 'talented' but thanks for your 2 cents. Do you know any resources tho, not geared toward a classroom? I do have physics forums :p

 

[phyzguy]

You might try this site:
http://www.khanacademy.org/
It has a large number of online lessons, with videos. It even has the options of online coaches if you need them.

 

[micromass]

Check out http://hbpms.blogspot.com/
That site gives a lot of recommendations for books and online lecture notes. Lots of which are free available online or can be (illegaly) downloaded (:

 

[Stan Marsh]

I think it is not efficient enough to learn by oneself. A good instructor can help deepen your understanding in certain subjects-- especially the abstract ones. Also it's important that you can discuss your questions with someone face to face.