Back when i was introduced to maya i found the included tutorials to be really helpful. Managed to breeze through them in a weekend or two. We also had cheat sheets attached to every desk, but ultimately you'll just have to learn by breaking stuff until you know how not to do things. Also, keep a notebook at hand and write…
I teach AP Calculus and Programming at a high-school in Wisconsin. I am also the defacto 'computer guy' and when anything electronic malfunctions it is my fault. Very recently my school decided to add in classes for students wishing to learn how to 'do computer graphics' and I was chosen to develop the curriculum. This is…