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Math Fundamentals 101: Master Math Basics from Scratch (Udemy.com)

Build a Strong Foundation with 130+ Engaging Videos, 250+ Practice Problems, and a Free 300+ Page Textbook

Created by: Tanya Zakowich

Last updated November 2024

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What you will learn

  • Essential Arithmetic Skills: Master the basics needed for daily life, exams, coding, and business.
  • Basic Operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) applied in practical ways.
  • Pro Tips and Tricks for efficient, confident problem-solving
  • Fractions: Simplify, add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions—even with mixed numbers
  • Decimals: Convert, round, add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals accurately for everyday use.
  • Percentages: Calculate percentages, percent changes, and understand simple interest for personal finance and decision-making
  • Exponents and Roots: Grasp powers and roots, including fractional exponents, to prepare for advanced math topics
  • Order of Operations: Learn the correct sequence of steps to solve complex math problems accurately and avoid common mistakes

How it compares

Against the other 127 rated Udemy courses in Math on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.5 out of 5higher than 25% of them
  • Reviews1,097#24 of 128 by number of reviews
  • Length8.9 hoursshorter than 61% of them
  • Last updatedNovember 2024earlier than 54% of them

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Course Description

WELCOME TO MATH FUNDAMENTALS 101: THE ULTIMATE MATH REFRESHER FOR SCHOOL, LIFE, AND BEYOND!

Are you ready to build a rock-solid math foundation? This is not just another math course—it's the best course on the internet to truly refresh and master essential math skills. Designed with engaging lessons and real-world applications, this course will take you from the basics of arithmetic to skills needed for your daily life, business, exams, and beyond.


WHY THIS COURSE STANDS OUT

In Math Fundamentals 101, you’ll find everything you need to become confident and capable in math, with 130+ engaging video lessons, 9 hours of step-by-step instruction, 250+ practice problems, and a free 300+ page textbook packed with examples and insights. Plus, quizzes in each chapter and lifetime access mean you’ll never lose your progress.

With Tanya Zakowich—a math enthusiast who went from struggling in pre-algebra to graduating with a Columbia University engineering degree and working at NASA, Boeing, and Virgin Hyperloop-One—you're in the best hands. Tanya’s journey, backed by experience and a community of 2 million followers on Pink Pencil Math, shows that anyone can excel in math with the right support.


COURSE STRUCTURE – YOUR PATH TO COMPLETE MATH MASTERY

This course is designed with you in mind, divided into 12 clear, step-by-step chapters that bring math to life. Here’s what you’ll cover:

  • Your Mathematical Mind: Develop the confidence and mindset you need to succeed in math.

  • Our World of Numbers: Understand whole numbers, negatives, and everything in between.

  • Addition & Subtraction

  • Multiplication

  • Division

  • Primes, Factors & Multiples

  • Fractions

  • Mixed Numbers

  • Decimals

  • Percentages

  • Exponents

  • Roots, Radicals & Fractional Exponents

  • Order of Operations


EACH CHAPTER IS DESIGNED TO BE ENGAGING AND INTERACTIVE, WITH:

  • Video Lessons: Follow along through 130+ engaging videos as Tanya explains each concept in clear, approachable language, breaking down even the trickiest topics. With 9+ hours of instruction, you’ll build confidence step-by-step.

  • Notes and Highlights: Key points and summaries in each lesson help reinforce essential concepts, giving you quick-reference notes to solidify your understanding as you move through the course.

  • Quizzes: Test your knowledge in every chapter with targeted quizzes that track your progress. With 250+ practice problems, these quizzes ensure you’re truly grasping each concept along the way.

  • Practice Textbook & Workbook: Dive into a vibrant, 300-page textbook filled with extra practice problems and visual, step-by-step examples. This colorful, hands-on resource brings each topic to life, helping you fully master each concept in an interactive way.


BY THE END OF THIS COURSE:

You won’t just understand math—you’ll feel confident tackling real-world math problems with ease, from budgeting to business math. Every chapter is carefully crafted to ensure that even advanced concepts feel accessible and manageable, setting you up for higher-level courses or any math challenge life throws your way.


WHAT CURRENT STUDENTS ARE SAYING:

  • “Love Tanya's energy! I've never been a math person but am going back to school to learn how to code and need to pick back up on math. This course covers the logic and basics I need to know but also has a ton of other things too. The engaging voice goes a long way!” - Ava S.

  • "I was nervous to dive back into math after years away, but this course made it so approachable! Each concept is broken down step-by-step, and Tanya’s explanations are so easy to follow. The free workbook is a game-changer with colorful visuals that really bring the topics to life. Perfect for anyone needing a refresher!" – Alex S.

  • “Tanya’s course is the best I’ve tried for brushing up on math! Her calm, clear instructions and the step-by-step workbook gave me all the tools I needed. I feel like I finally understand math basics - highly recommend it!" – Sherry W.

  • “BEST OF THE BEST!” - Illya D.

  • “Exceptional course that exceeded my expectations. Tanya is engaging and easy to understand. I wish I had this when I was in school; math would have been a breeze! I’m surprised there are only a few reviews for this course; it’s highly underrated and I’m glad I took the chance. The first section focuses on your mindset, which I found especially interesting for improving my number sense. It's the little things that go a long way!” - Seb L.

  • "So glad I found this course! It’s rare to find a math course that’s both visual and detailed, especially with a colorful and fun workbook. Tanya is so encouraging, and I feel like she’s rooting for me every step of the way! Thank you!” – Lisa K.


SIGN UP TODAY AND GET:

  • Lifetime Access: Return anytime for a refresher, whenever you need it.

  • Friendly Q&A Support: Tanya and fellow students are here to help answer any questions.

  • Udemy Certificate of Completion: Showcase your skills with a certificate you can download and share.

  • 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: Start with confidence, risk-free!

Are you ready to tackle math once and for all? Join today and build math skills that last a lifetime!

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Instructor Details

Tanya Zakowich

From repeating Pre-Algebra to designing rocket launch pads at NASA - Tanya believes math isn’t just about crunching numbers; it’s about strengthening our confidence to build the career and life we dream about.✨


In 2021, Tanya Zakowich created a TikTok (@pinkpencilmath) on math tips & tricks and grew it to 1,000,000+ followers in her first 6 months. Inspired, Tanya started Pink Pencil Math, a light-hearted and relatable approach to math with a modern focus on real-world applications drawn from her experience as a student, engineer and things she wished she had learned as an adult.


Surprisingly, Tanya hated struggled with math growing up. She found it rather boring and couldn't see how she would use it in the real world beyond exams. She even had to repeat a whole year of pre-algebra during high school ?.


One year, she crossed paths with a teacher who ignited her interest in math by relating it to activities she found fun, like building a robotic dog (she loved tinkering). With a new mindset on numbers and an encouraging teacher, Tanya developed a strong foundation in math that gave her the confidence to pursue advanced studies in the hard sciences.


Tanya went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude from Columbia University ? with degrees in both Mechanical Engineering and Physics. She then went on to pursue a Masters in Mechanical Engineering.

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Reviews

4.5

1,097 ratings on Udemy

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By Aaron Lewis on 4/6/2026

I have always struggled with math, but I have learned some different approaches to solving math problems. I hope to continue improving. This course has shown me many different approaches to solving problems

By Luke Weber on 3/18/2026

I don't really write reviews that often. That being said, I felt compelled to write one for this course. If you were one of those people that always struggled with math, perhaps now an adult trying to relearn the fundamentals, do yourself a favor and purchase this course. A good teacher causes you to want to learn the subject matter, and that's Tanya. I wish she were the one to teach me math originally.

By Rebecca Blair on 3/8/2026

This is mind blowingly awesome - I have learnt so much in the first five minutes, thank you Tanya!! So simple, how to multiply two numbers, and yet the different ways to approach the solution....fantastic. Loving the history of math also, appreciate the extra effort to put that in!!

By Aria Samways on 2/24/2026

I am learning a lot, but I would like a little bit more equation, but it is going good so far I am listening more because you do make it a lot interesting and I love it I have ADHD so it does make it hard to learn but I love how you make it so fun

By khushi chauhan on 1/22/2026

i am from india and been studying from this course since a week or more i have been an average to below average student in my entire life always i used to struggle a lot with maths and had been failed in maths in school had an traumatizing expirience with it i used struggle with very basic of math now i am in 11th with a science i new that i need to change and fix it i started with this course it is great i used to be a person struggling with addition subtraction but now thats easy to be and mam you are a great teacher thankyou ..... lots of love from india

By Mary Therese Job on 1/21/2026

As an adult trying to go back to Math fundamentals, this is a really great course. However, for the "Subtract BIG Numbers the Traditional Way", there is an error with the answer for "357 - 182". It says "357 - 182 = 75" when it should be "175".

By ABDULJABBAR on 11/19/2025

Thank you very much Tanya Zakowich. You are the best Math Teacher i never had while i was in primary school. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have already learnt a lot from the few videos i had just watched so far. I will urge anyone who is really interested to become an Engineer in the future or a math expert should simply enroll in this course.

By Abimael Padró Delgado on 12/7/2024

This is the course to take if you want to refresh your math (arithmetic). Tanya makes the learning process simple and entertaining. Everything in this course exceeds my expectations. It is 100% recommended.

By David N on 8/17/2024

Needed to refresh my math, so basically, I learned more than expected. I learn new ways to solve math problems, and she is a good teacher plus you won't get bored. The course videos are bite size and easy to follow. I recommend this 100%.

By Prince Giri on 3/30/2024

this course is for those who want to learn basics of math like child . All the concepts are clear. Thank You

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