The discussion centers around recommendations for books and online courses for a 7th grader interested in learning physics independently. Participants explore various resources, the importance of math skills, and the appropriateness of certain textbooks for the student's level.
Participants generally agree on the need for a solid foundation in math before diving into physics, but there is disagreement on the appropriateness of specific textbooks and the student's ability to handle more complex material.
There are varying opinions on the necessary math skills for understanding physics, and some participants highlight the potential challenges of using certain textbooks without a strong math background.
MugiwaraNoSanji said:What is your level of math?
Titas said:In trimesters I get only 10.
Yeah, you're right.Vanadium 50 said:Hewitt's book is written for people about four more years along than the OP.
What does this mean ?Titas said:Please, don't worry about my math skills. If I am not going to understand something I will just ask my math teacher about it or check it on internet..And I don't care if that textbook will be a bit too complicated for me, don't worry about that.
Titas said:Please, don't worry about my math skills. If I am not going to understand something I will just ask my math teacher about it or check it on internet..And I don't care if that textbook will be a bit too complicated for me, don't worry about that.
If you don't have a good grasp on algebra and trigonometry, you will not be able to understand the mathematics behind the most basic physics textbooks. There are textbooks and courses out there that teach physics without advanced math such as calculus that use olny algebra and trig. These textbooks will make approximations and hand waving to "get rid of the calculus" which can be good for beginners.Titas said:So what should I do ?