Our College Feautre has been killed, how to revive it?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the impact of a specific educational program, the Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP), on students' preparedness for college-level mathematics and related subjects. Participants express concerns about the quality of math education and its implications for future studies in engineering and other fields. The conversation includes elements of personal experience, frustration with the educational system, and requests for advice on improving mathematical skills.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration with the IMP program, claiming it has negatively affected their math education and preparedness for college-level courses.
  • Another participant questions the terminology used in the original post, indicating a lack of understanding of certain phrases like "college feature" and "maldition."
  • Some participants suggest that the original poster's rant may not belong in a homework help context, implying that it lacks a clear request for assistance.
  • One participant offers sympathy for the challenges posed by the IMP, noting that they have encountered critical reviews of the program.
  • Another participant emphasizes personal responsibility in education and suggests that taking a precalculus class may not be detrimental, despite the original poster's concerns.
  • There is a discussion about the meaning of "college feature," with some participants clarifying that it likely refers to "college future." This indicates a misunderstanding of terminology among participants.
  • Several responses address the tone and clarity of the original post, with some participants suggesting that the style of writing may have influenced the responses received.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express disagreement regarding the effectiveness of the IMP program and its impact on students' education. There is no consensus on the best approach to address the concerns raised, and multiple viewpoints on the situation are present throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants highlight the potential confusion arising from the original poster's language and phrasing, suggesting that cultural differences or language barriers may contribute to misunderstandings. Additionally, the discussion reflects varying levels of familiarity with educational terminology and concepts.

Who May Find This Useful

Students navigating high school mathematics programs, educators interested in the effects of specific curricula, and individuals seeking to understand the challenges faced by non-native English speakers in academic discussions may find this thread relevant.

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About 5 years ago, my STUPID school decided to have the RETARDED IMP program, thinking it would increse the school's math level.

My grade, was the first one to suffer this maldition (started in 8th grade, ended in 11th grade), currently I am a senior.

I am in AP Physics, AP Calculus and AP Statistics, there are other people who are in those APs as well, and like me, they do well. I feel sorry for the people who are going to study engineering and don't take any of those APs, they will get to college without knowing a crap of neither calculus, physics or precalculus.

This year (12th grade) I realized that our algebra and precalculus suck thanks to this retarded program. It's just applied math (pff, like if we didn't see physics or chemistry) with no reinforcement in algebra or geometry.

It's pretty ironic that if I pass the AP Calculus test, I will get the college credit for 1st semester calculus but they will make me see precalculus to reinforce it. (Because where i am going to, they make you a precalculus diagnostic test, based on that, they make you see precalculus or not).
So yeah, my college feature is killed, but I guess I have until the summer to revive it. Any tips? Recomended textbooks?EDIT: The problem at my school (not including the AP teachers) is that the teachers think that all of us are DUMB.
 
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I don't understand half the words you've used
RETARDED IMP
maldition
college feature
And I don't understand anything about what the problem is.

This is probably me. Maybe it's not a Canadian thing?
 
Did your school replace your English courses with more math courses? It would explain a lot.
 
Pengwuino said:
Did your school replace your English courses with more math courses? It would explain a lot.

bazinga!
 
DaveC426913 said:
I don't understand half the words you've used
RETARDED IMP
maldition
college feature
And I don't understand anything about what the problem is.

This is probably me. Maybe it's not a Canadian thing?

Well, it's just a rant, but RETARDED IMP means the R word you aren't really supposed to use + In My Opinion. maldition is probably a version of maldición which is Spanish for 'curse'. And I think the whole rant is about undermining of technical advanced placement courses. Hence the 'college feature' thing. This would be the opposite of penguino's point if they replaced them with English courses. The OP probably has a point, but probably doesn't belong in Homework Help either.
 
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If IMP = Interactive Mathematics Program, then you have my sympathy. I have read a number of reviews critical to the program.
 
Your college 'feautre'? College feature? I read this thinking some unknown forum subsection had been killed off at first.

Anyhow, you are responsible for your education. And also, having to take a precalculus test or class (which I am assuming you mean by 'see calculus again') is like the 'DUMBEST thing eva'r. I started in precalc when I entered college because I didn't have much math in high school and now I am a senior and have learned ridiculous amounts of math and physics. It's not a death sentence and, depending on your major and the quality of your high school, might be a good idea. So study if you want by all means but I wouldn't freak out and call everyone retarded like you're currently doing.
 
So what is a "college feature". Is this a common phrase?
 
DaveC426913 said:
So what is a "college feature". Is this a common phrase?
The correct phrase is "college future." Pengwuino's comment, post #3, is very apropos.
 
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ok people, i wrote this yesterday. I was in a rush and english is my second language, you don't have to be so ****ing mean. I'm just asking for help.
 
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stonecoldgen said:
ok people, i wrote this yesterday. I was in a rush and english is my second language, you don't have to be so ****ing mean. I'm just asking for help.
It wasn't meant to be mean. I think if you'd wanted thoughtful, serious answers, you'd have written a thoughtful, serious post. It didn't sound like asking for help; it sounded like a rant. We simply mirrored your style.
 
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stonecoldgen said:
ok people, i wrote this yesterday. I was in a rush and english is my second language, you don't have to be so ****ing mean. I'm just asking for help.

First off, the errors you made appear to have little to do with a misunderstanding of the language and appear to be the result of laziness... or perhaps your shift key is broken.

Second, what it is specifically you want assitance with? University courses have prerequisite high school courses. If you meet the prerequisite, you can take the class. People will come in from all different levels - some from challenging high school programs that find the first year of university more of a review, others who will be seeing most of the material for the first time. (And just because you've taken a course with the letters "AP" in the title doesn't necessarily mean you're in the former group.)
 

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