When it comes to college, you’re going to find a lot of classes that are very tough.  From Biology to Math, there are thousand’s of students today that are struggling.  What most don’t realize is that you can go outside of the class and get help from other resources.  Today, let’s focus on some books you could use in order to help you get better with your Algebra classes.

Algebra for Dummies- I’m sure you’re familiar with the “for dummies” series.  This series in particular has a book on just about anything.  When it comes to Math, they have a book as well.  This book helps you discover everything from figuring out fractions to solving linear and quadratic equations.  It makes things a little easier than your boring textbook.

Kiss my math - The kiss my math series is one of the better series out there.  Rated by hundreds of consumer, this book has continued to average a 4 star rating on many store fronts.  Even though this book focuses more on pre-algebra, it’s a great start to help you better understand what’s ahead of you.  From step by step instructions to time-saving tips and tricks, this book educates you in many different ways.

MyMathLab Kit – If you want to steer clear of the books and you want a more interactive course, you’ll probably want to look at the MyMathLab kit.  This kit allows you to view interactive online courses that are almost like a classroom.  You’ll get review sheets, practice exames and case studies that you can use to help you better understand algebra.

College Algebra (4th Edition) - If you want a book that brings real world examples into the Algebra classroom, this may be the book that you want to check out.  Written by Bob Blitzer, a professor who has recieved many teaching awards goes into detail on how to think “mathematically”.  It’s a great book if you’re looking for common sense answers.

When it comes to learning more about any math subject, most students just think they have to learn it on their own through their boring textbooks.  There are so many resources out there and it doesn’t hurt to spend an extra $20 to pass the class.  Not only that, you’ll also have a great resource to come back to at the end of the day.  Check out some of the books and see which one best suits you.