Options for Adults with Renewed Interest in Math?

Internet Ninja asks: "After only doing mathematics in high school level and in my first year of University, I've suddenly developed an interest in mathematics. Since that was now almost 10 years ago I'm a little rusty. Anything past pythagoras is a little tough for me :) but I know I could get back up to speed quickly. I could probably steal my daughters math textbooks and start reading but I'm wondering if there is a better way. I considered a part-time University paper at US$495 each and you need to do two as bridging courses in order to even start on undergraduate courses. A bit pricey when you have a home and family to look after as well. Another option was a night courses but I'm kept pretty busy with work. Does anyone have any advice or good resources?"

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[j1mmy]

Anything past pythagoras is a little tough for me :) but I know I could get back up to speed quickly.

That's where you're wrong :) Math will still be tough for you. Just don't try.

Re:I dont know where you are

[gid-goo]

I'm going to done the flame throwing gear and wade in to this.
I don't know where you are but I've never been to a place where a community college could compare to any but the weakest of universities. It's like VoTec or something. If you want a bunch of kids who are too dumb, lazy or cheap to go to a real college or university, go to a community college. Everyone there is basically bullshitting each other in to believing that they're getting the same education they would at a 'real' university.
It's basically all the credits, none of the work. To the original question: Go somewhere that will kick your teeth in and make you do the work.

Re:Where are you going with it?

[DNS-and-BIND]

Yeah, God forbid anyone should get an education and expect to actually use it in life. An education should be an expensive white elephant, unusable except for Sunday afternoon jaunts to the art house, rather like a 60s British sports car.

Re:Where are you going with it?

[DNS-and-BIND]

I find it to be really odd to see such closed-mindedness and outright bigotry from such an "educated" person. Open your mind, and see things differently.

Re:2 words

[DNS-and-BIND]

Deal with it.

Attitudes like mine are remarkably prevalent among the educated elite (thank you for noticing). You'd know if you ever spent any time in an institute of higher learning.