Global Perspectives for Local Action: Using TIMSS to Improve U.S. Mathematics and Science Education - Softcover

National Research Council; Division Of Behavioral And Social Sciences And Education; Board On Science Education; Committee On Science Education K-12 And Mathematical Sciences Education Board

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0309065305 ISBN 13: 9780309065306

Publisher: National Academies Press, 1999

Synopsis

The Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) raised the alarm about U.S. mathematics and science education. Most Americans are now aware that U.S. students lag behind their peers in other developed nations. In one state, the legislature reacted by lengthening the school year, assuming that more time on academic content would boost student performance. Some educators have fixed the blame on the mathematics and science curricula typically used in U.S. schools.

Does the problem lie in the curricula, instruction, or the system of support available to teachers? This book presents the first comprehensive analysis of TIMSS study—a half-million students from 15,000 schools around the world. It presents detailed reports on three major aspects of education, including curriculum issues, teaching practices, and school support.

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Committee on Science Education K-12 and Mathematical Sciences Education Board, National Research Council

Edition details

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309065305
• ISBN 13: 9780309065306
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 102