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Appendix C
TIMSS 2023 Draft Field Test Questionnaires
Submitted by
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
June 2021
revised August 2021
revised November 2021
This appendix provides the final international TIMSS 2023 field test questionnaires. Final U.S. field
test questionnaires, adapted for use within the U.S. education context and approved by IEA, will
be provided via change memo in January 2022.
Contents
Student Questionnaire - Grade 4 ..................................................................................... 1
Student Questionnaire - Grade 8 ................................................................................... 26
Teacher Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 4 ............................................. 60
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics and Science - Grade 4 ........................................ 64
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics Covers and Directions - Grade 8 ........................ 87
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics - Grade 8 ............................................................ 91
Teacher Questionnaire Science Covers and Directions - Grade 8 .............................. 105
Teacher Questionnaire Science - Grade 8 ................................................................... 109
School Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 4 ............................................. 127
School Questionnaire - Grade 4 .................................................................................. 131
School Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 8 ............................................. 145
School Questionnaire - Grade 8 .................................................................................. 149
U.S. National Items ..................................................................................................... 168
Appendix C – Page i
Student Questionnaire - Grade 4
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Student
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 1
Directions
In this booklet, you will find questions about you and what you think. For each
question, you should choose the answer you think is best.
Let us take a few minutes to practice the kinds of questions you will answer in this
booklet.
Example 1 is one kind of question you will find in this booklet.
Example 1
Do you go to school?
Fill one circle only.
Yes --
A
No --
A
Example 2 is another kind of question you will find in this booklet.
Example 2
How often do you do these things?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every day
or almost
every day
Once or
twice a
week
Once or
twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) I talk with my friends ------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I play sports -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) I ride a skateboard ----------------------
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 2
Example 3 is another kind of question you will find in this booklet.
Example 3
What do you think? Tell how much you agree with these
statements.
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Watching movies is fun ---------------
A
A
A
A
b) Ice cream tastes good -------------------
A
A
A
A
c) Waking up early is difficult -----------
A
A
A
A
d) I enjoy doing chores --------------------
A
A
A
A
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the circle next to or under your answer.
If you decide to change your answer, draw an
through your first answer,
• like
this: A. Then, fill in the circle next to or under your new answer.
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
Appendix C – Page 3
About You
G1
Which of these describes you?
Fill one circle only.
Girl --
A
Boy -- A
--
A
G2
When were you born?
Fill the circles next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
A
February -- A
March -- A
April -- A
May -- A
June -- A
July -- A
August -- A
September -- A
October -- A
November -- A
December -- A
Appendix C – Page 4
b) Year
2010 -2011 -2012 -2013 -2014 -2015 -2016 -Other --
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
G3
How often do you speak at home?
Fill one circle only.
I always speak
at home --
A
I almost always speak
at home --
A
I sometimes speak and sometimes speak
another language at home --
A
I never speak at home --
A
Appendix C – Page 5
G4
About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill one circle only.
None or very few (0–10 books) --
A
This shows 10 books
Enough to fill one shelf (11–25 books) --
A
This shows 25 books
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) --
A
This shows 100 books
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) --
A
This shows 200 books
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) --
A
This shows more than 200 books
Appendix C – Page 6
G5
Do you have any of these things at your home?
Fill one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Your own computer or tablet --------- A
A
b) A shared computer or tablet you
can use --------------------------------------- A
A
c) Your own smartphone------------------- A
A
d) A shared smartphone you
can use --------------------------------------- A
A
e) Access to the internet ------------------- A
A
Study desk/table for your use --------- A
A
g) Your own room ---------------------------- A
A
h) -------------------------------------- A
A
i)
-------------------------------------- A
A
j)
-------------------------------------- A
A
k) -------------------------------------- A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 7
The following question is about your and
.
G6
Were your born in ?
A.
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
I don’t know -- A
Not applicable -- A
B.
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
I don’t know -- A
Not applicable -- A
Appendix C – Page 8
G7
Were you born in ?
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
Appendix C – Page 9
G8
About how often are you absent from school?
Fill one circle only.
Once a week --
A
Once every two weeks --
A
Once a month --
A
Once every two months --
A
Never or almost never --
A
G9
How often do you feel this way when you arrive at school?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every
day
Almost
Sometimes
every day
Never
a) I feel tired ---------------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I feel hungry ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 10
G10
How much do you agree with these statements?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I can write and edit text on a
computer, tablet, or smartphone ---
A
A
A
A
b) I can create school presentations
using a computer, tablet,
or smartphone ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) I can create tables, charts, and
graphs using a computer, tablet,
or smartphone ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) I can find information that
I need online ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I can tell if a website is
trustworthy --------------------------------
A
A
A
A
I can easily do new things
on computers, laptops, or
smartphones -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) I can help my friends or family
members with using their
computers, laptops, or
smartphones ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 11
Your School
G11
What do you think about your school? Tell how much you
agree with these statements.
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I like being in school -------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------
A
A
A
A
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----
A
A
A
A
d) Teachers at this school care
about me -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I am proud to go to this school ------
A
A
A
A
I have friends at this school ----------
A
A
A
A
g) Students in this school
respect me ---------------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) Students at this school like me the
way I am -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 12
G12
During this school year, how often have other students
from your school done any of the following things to you in
person, through messaging, or through social media?
Fill one circle for each line.
At least
once a
week
Once or
twice
a month
A few
times
a year
Never
a) Made fun of me or
called me names -------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) Left me out of their games
or activities --------------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) Spread lies about me -------------------
A
A
A
A
d) Stole something from me -------------
A
A
A
A
e) Damaged something of
mine on purpose -------------------------
A
A
A
A
Hit or hurt me (e.g., shoving,
hitting, kicking) --------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Made me do things I didn’t
want to do ----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) Sent me nasty or hurtful
messages online --------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Shared nasty or hurtful
things about me online -----------------
A
A
A
A
j)
Shared embarrassing
photos of me online ----------------------
A
A
A
A
k) Threatened me ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 13
Mathematics in School
MS1
In mathematics lessons, how often do you work on
problems on your own?
Fill one circle only.
Every or almost every lesson --
A
About half the lessons --
A
Some lessons --
A
Never --
A
Appendix C – Page 14
MS2
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning mathematics?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning mathematics -------
A
A
A
A
b) I do not like doing mathematics ----
A
A
A
A
c) Mathematics is boring -----------------
A
A
A
A
d) I learn many interesting
things in mathematics -----------------
A
A
A
A
e) I like mathematics ----------------------
A
A
A
A
I like any schoolwork that
involves numbers ------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) I like to solve mathematics
problems -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) I look forward to
mathematics lessons -------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Mathematics is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
Appendix C – Page 15
MS3
How much do you agree with these statements about
your mathematics lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) My teacher makes it clear what
we should learn in each lesson ------
A
A
A
A
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) My teacher is good at explaining
mathematics ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) My teacher does a variety of
things to help us learn -----------------
A
A
A
A
My teacher explains a topic
again when we don’t understand ---
A
A
A
A
g) My teacher gives me helpful
feedback on my work -------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My teacher asks me to show
what I have learned --------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
My teacher asks me to explain
my answers -------------------------------
Appendix C – Page 16
MS4
How often do these things happen in your
mathematics lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every or
almost
every
lesson
About
half
the
lessons
Some
lessons
Never
a) Students don’t listen to
what the teacher says ------------------
A
A
A
A
b) There is too much noise for
students to work well -------------------
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has to wait a long
time for students to be quiet ---------
A
A
A
A
d) Students interrupt the teacher ------
A
A
A
A
e) Students do not follow the
classroom rules ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
Other students’ behavior makes
it hard for me to concentrate ---------
Appendix C – Page 17
MS5
How much do you agree with these statements about
mathematics?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in mathematics ---
A
A
A
A
b) Mathematics is harder for me
than for many of my classmates ----
A
A
A
A
c) I am just not good at mathematics -
A
A
A
A
d) Mathematics is easy for me-----------
A
A
A
A
e) I am good at working out difficult
mathematics problems ----------------
A
A
A
A
I am good at explaining
mathematics to others -----------------
A
A
A
A
g) Mathematics is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
A
A
A
A
h) Mathematics makes me confused ---
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 18
Science in School
MS6
In science lessons, how often does your teacher ask you
to conduct science experiments?
Fill one circle only.
At least once a week -- A
Once or twice a month -- A
A few times a year --
A
Never --
A
Appendix C – Page 19
MS7
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning science?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning science ----------------
A
A
A
A
b) I do not like doing science ------------
A
A
A
A
c) Science is boring -------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) I learn many interesting
things in science -------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I like science ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
I look forward to learning science
in school ------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Science teaches me how things in
the world work ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) I like to do science experiments ----
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Science is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
Appendix C – Page 20
MS8
How much do you agree with these statements about
your science lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) My teacher makes it clear what
we should learn in each lesson-------
A
A
A
A
b) My teacher is easy to understand---
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) My teacher is good at
explaining science -----------------------
A
A
A
A
e) My teacher does a variety of things
to help us learn ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
My teacher explains a topic
again when we don’t understand ---
A
A
A
A
g) My teacher gives me helpful
feedback on my work -------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My teacher asks me to show
what I have learned ---------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
My teacher asks me to explain
my answers -------------------------------
Appendix C – Page 21
MS9
How often do these things happen in your
science lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every or
almost
every
lesson
About
half
the
lessons
Some
lessons
Never
a) Students don’t listen to what
the teacher says -------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) There is too much noise for
students to work well ------------------
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has to wait a long
time for students to be quiet ---------
A
A
A
A
d) Students interrupt the teacher ------
A
A
A
A
e) Students do not follow the
classroom rules ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
Other students’ behavior makes
it hard for me to concentrate --------
Appendix C – Page 22
MS10
How much do you agree with these statements about
science?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in science -----------
A
A
A
A
b) Science is harder for me
than for many of my classmates ----
A
A
A
A
c) I am just not good at science ---------
A
A
A
A
d) Science is easy for me-------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I am good at explaining science
to others ------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
Science is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
A
A
A
A
g) Science makes me confused ----------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 23
Thank You!
Thank you for filling out the questionnaire!
Appendix C – Page 24
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 25
Student Questionnaire - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Student
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 26
Directions
In this booklet, you will find questions about yourself. Some questions ask for facts
while other questions ask for your opinion.
Each question is followed by a number of answers. Shade in the circle next to or
under the answer of your choice as shown in Examples 1, 2, and 3.
Example 1
Do you go to school?
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
Example 2
How often do you do these things?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every day
or almost
every day
Once or
twice a
week
Once or
twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) I talk with my friends ------------------
A
A
A
b)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
I play sports -------------------------------- A
c) I ride a skateboard ----------------------
A
Appendix C – Page 27
Example 3
What do you think? Tell how much you agree with these
statements.
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Watching movies is fun ----------------- A
A
A
A
b) Ice cream tastes good -------------------
A
A
A
A
c) Waking up early is difficult ----------
A
A
A
A
d) I enjoy doing chores --------------------
A
A
A
A
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the circle next to or under your answer.
If you decide to change your answer, draw an
through your first answer,
• like
this: A. Then, fill in the circle next to or under your new answer.
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
Appendix C – Page 28
About You
1
Which of these describes you?
Fill one circle only.
Girl --
A
Boy -- A
--
2
A
When were you born?
Fill the circles next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
A
February -- A
March -- A
April -- A
May -- A
June -- A
July -- A
August -- A
September -- A
October -- A
November -- A
December -- A
Appendix C – Page 29
b) Year
2005 -2006 -2007 -2008 -2009 -2010 -2011 -2012 -2013 -Other --
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
3
How often do you speak at home?
Fill one circle only.
Always -- A
Almost always -- A
Sometimes -- A
Never -- A
4
About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill one circle only.
None or very few (0–
10 books) -- A
Enough to fill one shelf
(11–25 books) -- A
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) -- A
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) -- A
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) -- A
Appendix C – Page 30
2
Do you have any of these things at your home?
Fill one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Your own computer or tablet --------- A
A
b) A shared computer or tablet you
can use --------------------------------------- A
A
c) Your own smartphone------------------- A
A
d) A shared smartphone you
can use --------------------------------------- A
A
e) Access to the internet ------------------- A
A
Study desk/table for your use --------- A
A
g) Your own room ---------------------------- A
A
h) -------------------------------------- A
A
i)
-------------------------------------- A
A
j)
-------------------------------------- A
A
k) -------------------------------------- A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 31
The following questions are about your and
.
6
What is the highest level of education completed by your
?
Check one circle in each column.
Some or did not go to school ------ A -----A
------ A -------- ------ A
----- ------ A ----
A
A
A
------ A ---------
A
------ A ------
A
--- ------ A ------A
---I don’t know ------ A
A
Not applicable ------ A
Appendix C – Page 32
A
7
How far in your education do you expect to go?
Fill one circle only.
Finish ------------------------------------ A
Finish ------------------------------------ A
Finish ------------------------------------ A
Finish ------------------------------------ A
Finish -------------------- A
Finish -------------------- A
8
Were your born in ?
A.
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
I don’t know -- A
Not applicable -- A
B.
Appendix C – Page 33
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
No -- A
I don’t know -- A
Not applicable -- A
Appendix C – Page 34
Appendix C – Page 35
9
A. Were you born in ?
Fill one circle only.
Yes -- A
(If Yes, go to #10)
No -- A
If No,
B. If you were not born in , how old were you
when you came to ?
Fill one circle only.
Older than 10 years old -- A
5 to 10 years old -- A Younger
than 5 years old -- A
10
About how often are you absent from school?
Fill one circle only.
Once a week --
A
Once every two weeks --
A
Once a month --
A
Once every two months --
A
Never or almost never --
A
Appendix C – Page 36
11
How often do you feel this way when you arrive at school?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every
day
Almost
Sometimes
every day
Never
a) I feel tired ---------------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I feel hungry ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
12
How often do you use the internet to do the following
tasks for mathematics or science schoolwork (including
classroom tasks, homework, and studying outside of class)?
Fill one circle for each line.
At least
once a
week
Once or
twice
a month
Never
or almost
never
a) Access the textbook or other
course materials -------------------------
A
A
A
b) Access assignments posted
online by my teacher -------------------
A
A
A
c) Collaborate with classmates
on assignments or projects -----------
A
A
A
d) Ask my teacher questions -------------
A
A
A
e) Find information, articles, or
tutorials about mathematics
or science ----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
Access learning games or
activities related to
mathematics or science ----------------
Appendix C – Page 37
13
How much do you agree with these statements?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I can write and edit text on
a computer, tablet, or
smartphone -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I can create school presentations
using a computer, tablet,
or smartphone ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) I can create tables, charts, and
graphs using a computer, tablet,
or smartphone ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) I can find information that I
need online --------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I can tell if a website is
trustworthy --------------------------------
A
A
A
A
I can easily do new things on
computers, laptops, or
smartphones -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) I can help my friends or family
members with using their
computers, laptops, or
smartphones -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 38
Your School
14
What do you think about your school? Tell how much you
agree with these statements.
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I like being in school -------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------
A
A
A
A
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----
A
A
A
A
d) Teachers at this school care
about me -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I am proud to go to this school ------
A
A
A
A
I have friends at this school ----------
A
A
A
A
g) Students in this school
respect me ---------------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) Students at this school like me the
way I am -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 39
15
During this school year, how often have other students
from your school done any of the following things to you in
person, through messaging, or through social media?
Fill one circle for each line.
At least
once a
week
Once or
twice
a month
A few
times
a year
Never
a) Said mean things about my
physical appearance
(e.g., my hair, my size) -----------------
A
A
A
A
b) Spread lies about me -------------------
A
A
A
A
c) Shared my secrets with others ------
A
A
A
A
d) Refused to talk to me -------------------
A
A
A
A
e) Said hurtful things to or about me
because of my cultural background
(e.g., )-----
A
A
A
A
Stole something from me -------------
A
A
A
A
g) Made me do things I
didn’t want to do -------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) Sent me nasty or hurtful
messages online --------------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Shared nasty or hurtful
things about me online -----------------
A
A
A
A
j)
Shared embarrassing
photos of me online ----------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Physically hurt me ----------------------
A
A
A
A
m) Excluded me from their
group (e.g., parties, messaging) -----
A
A
A
A
k) Threatened me --------------------------l)
Appendix C – Page 40
n) Damaged something of
mine on purpose -------------------------
A
Appendix C – Page 41
A
A
A
Mathematics in School
16
In mathematics lessons, how often do you work on
problems on your own?
Fill one circle only.
Every or almost every lesson --
A
About half the lessons --
A
Some lessons --
A
Never --
A
Appendix C – Page 42
Appendix C – Page 43
17
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning mathematics?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning mathematics -------
A
A
A
A
b) I do not like doing mathematics ----
A
A
A
A
c) Mathematics is boring -----------------
A
A
A
A
d) I learn many interesting
things in mathematics -----------------
A
A
A
A
e) I like mathematics ----------------------
A
A
A
A
I like any schoolwork that
involves numbers ------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) I like to solve
mathematics problems ----------------
A
A
A
A
h) I look forward to
mathematics class ----------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Mathematics is one of
my favorite subjects --------------------
Appendix C – Page 44
18
How much do you agree with these statements about
your mathematics lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) My teacher makes it clear what
we should learn in each lesson-------
A
A
A
A
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) My teacher is good at explaining
mathematics ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) My teacher does a variety of
things to help us learn -----------------
A
A
A
A
My teacher explains a topic
again when we don’t understand ---
A
A
A
A
g) My teacher gives me helpful
feedback on my work -------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My teacher asks me to show
what I have learned --------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
My teacher asks me to explain
my answers -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
j)
My teacher asks us to apply
what we have learned in
new situations ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 45
19
How often do these things happen in your
mathematics lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every or
almost
every
lesson
About
half
the
lessons
Some
lessons
Never
a) Students don’t listen to
what the teacher says ------------------
A
A
A
A
b) There is too much noise for
students to work well -------------------
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has to wait a long
time for students to be quiet ---------
A
A
A
A
d) Students interrupt the teacher ------
A
A
A
A
e) Students do not follow the
classroom rules ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
Other students’ behavior makes
it hard for me to concentrate ---------
Appendix C – Page 46
20
How much do you agree with these statements about
mathematics?
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in mathematics ---
A
A
A
A
b) Mathematics is harder for me
than for many of my classmates ----
A
A
A
A
c) Mathematics is not one of
my strengths ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) Mathematics is easy for me-----------
A
A
A
A
e) I am good at working out difficult
mathematics problems ----------------
A
A
A
A
I am good at explaining
mathematics to others -----------------
A
A
A
A
g) Mathematics is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
A
A
A
A
h) Mathematics makes me confused ---
A
A
A
A
Fill one circle for
each line.
f)
Appendix C – Page 47
21
How much do you agree with these statements about
mathematics?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I think learning mathematics will
help me in my daily life ---------------
A
A
A
A
b) I need mathematics to learn other
school subjects ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) I need to do well in mathematics
to get into the of
my choice ----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) I need to do well in mathematics
to get the job I want --------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I would like a job that involves
using mathematics ---------------------
A
A
A
A
It is important to learn about
mathematics to get ahead
in the world -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Learning mathematics will
give me more job opportunities
when I am an adult ---------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in
mathematics ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
It is important to do well in
mathematics ------------------------------
Appendix C – Page 48
Science in School
22
In science lessons, how often does your teacher ask you to
conduct science experiments?
Fill one circle only.
At least once a week -- A
Once or twice a month -- A
A few times a year --
A
Never --
A
Appendix C – Page 49
Appendix C – Page 50
23
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning science?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning science ----------------
A
A
A
A
b) I do not like doing science ------------
A
A
A
A
c) Science is boring -------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) I learn many interesting
things in science -------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I like science ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
I look forward to learning
science in school -------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Science teaches me how things
in the world work -----------------------
A
A
A
A
h) I like to conduct science
experiments -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
Science is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
Appendix C – Page 51
Appendix C – Page 52
24
How much do you agree with these statements about
your science lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) My teacher makes it clear what
we should learn in each lesson-------
A
A
A
A
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) My teacher is good at
explaining science -----------------------
A
A
A
A
e) My teacher does a variety of things
to help us learn ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
My teacher explains a topic
again when we don’t understand ---
A
A
A
A
g) My teacher gives me helpful
feedback on my work -------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My teacher asks me to show
what I have learned ---------------------
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
My teacher asks me to explain
my answers -------------------------------
A
A
A
A
j)
My teacher asks us to apply
what we have learned in
new situations ----------------------------
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 53
25
How often do these things happen in your
science lessons?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every or
almost
every
lesson
About
half
the
lessons
Some
lessons
Never
a) Students don’t listen to what
the teacher says -------------------------
A
A
A
A
b) There is too much noise for
students to work well ------------------
A
A
A
A
c) My teacher has to wait a long
time for students to be quiet ---------
A
A
A
A
d) Students interrupt the teacher ------
A
A
A
A
e) Students do not follow the
classroom rules ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
Other students’ behavior makes
it hard for me to concentrate --------
Appendix C – Page 54
26
How much do you agree with these statements about
science?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in science -----------
A
A
A
A
b) Science is more difficult for me
than for many of my classmates ----
A
A
A
A
c) Science is not one of
my strengths ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
d) Science is easy for me-------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I am good at working out
difficult science problems -------------
A
A
A
A
I am good at explaining science
to others ------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Science is harder for me than any
other subject ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) Science makes me confused ----------
A
A
A
A
f)
Appendix C – Page 55
27
How much do you agree with these statements about
science?
Fill one circle for each line.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I think learning science will help
me in my daily life ----------------------
A
A
A
A
b) I need science to learn other
school subjects ---------------------------
A
A
A
A
c) I need to do well in science to get
into the of my choice -
A
A
A
A
d) I need to do well in science to get
the job I want -----------------------------
A
A
A
A
e) I would like a job that involves
using science ------------------------------
A
A
A
A
It is important to learn about
science to get ahead in
the world -----------------------------------
A
A
A
A
g) Learning science will give me
more job opportunities when
I am an adult -----------------------------
A
A
A
A
h) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in
science --------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
f)
i)
It is important to do well
in science -----------------------------------
Appendix C – Page 56
Homework
28
How often does your teacher give you homework in the
following subjects?
Fill one circle for each line.
Every
day
3 or 4
times
a week
1 or 2
times
a week
Less
than
once
a week
Never
a) Mathematics ----------- A
A
A
A
A
b) Science ------------------- A
A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 57
Thank You!
Thank you for filling out the questionnaire!
Appendix C – Page 58
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 59
Teacher Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 4
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
Online Administration
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 60
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023 (Trends in
International Mathematics and Science Study), an educational
research project sponsored by the International Association for the
Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
trends in student achievement in mathematics and science and studies
differences in national education systems in almost 60 countries in
order to help improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of students,
and seeks information about teachers’ academic and professional
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional practices, and
attitudes toward teaching. Since your class has been selected as part of
a nationwide sample, your responses are very important in helping to
describe primary/elementary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer to the “TIMSS class”
or “this class”. This is the class that is identified on the front of this
booklet, and which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school. If
you teach some but not all of the students in the TIMSS class, please
think only of the students that you teach when answering these classspecific questions. It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information that you provide reflects your
situation as accurately as possible.
Since TIMSS is an international study and all countries are using the
same questionnaire, you may find that some of the questions seem
unusual or are not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to answer all of the
questions so comparisons can be made across countries in the studies.
It is estimated that you will need approximately 35 minutes to
complete this questionnaire. We appreciate the time and effort that
this takes and thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 61
To access this questionnaire online, please copy the following link into
the address bar of your Web browser:
All necessary teacher login information (Subject Code, ID, and
Password) is provided on the identification label located on the cover.
“Teacher ID” is your ID and “Checksum” is your password.
You may exit the questionnaire at any time and log in again later—all
of your responses will be saved automatically.
If you have problems accessing this online questionnaire or are in need
of assistance (e.g., you would prefer to complete a paper copy of the
questionnaire, questions related to a subject that you do not teach to
the class are displayed), please contact:
.
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 62
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 63
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics and Science - Grade 4
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 64
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
students, and seeks information
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
about teachers’ academic and professional
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in
.
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
Thank you.
.
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 65
About You
G1
G5
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
A. During your education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
years
Yes
Please round to the nearest whole number.
No
G2
Which of these describes you?
Check one circle only.
Female --- A
Male --- A
-----A
G3
How old are you?
Check one circle only.
a) Education—Primary/Elementary --------------
A A
b) Education—Secondary -------------------------
A A
c) Mathematics
A A
d) Science
A A
e) -----------------------------
A A
f) Other ---------------------------------------------
A A
B. If your major or main area of study was
education, did you have a
in any of the following?
Under 25------A
25–29 -- A
Check one circle for each line.
30–39 -- A
Yes
40–49 -- A
No
a) Mathematics
50–59 -- A
60 or more -----A
G4
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
b) Science -------------------------------------------
A A
c) Language/reading -------------------------------
A A
d) Other subject ------------------------------------
A A
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
---
A A
A
(If you have not completed
, go to #G6)
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
Appendix C – Page 66
School Emphasis on
Academic Success
School Environment
G6
G7
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
How much do you agree or disagree with the
following statements about your current school?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
Agree a little
High
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
Disagree
a lot
a) I feel safe at this school -------- A
A A A
b) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
A A A A
c) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
Appendix C – Page 67
About Being a Teacher
G9
G8
How often do you have these feelings about being
a teacher?
How much do you agree or disagree with the
statements below?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Disagree a little
Never or
almost never
Disagree
a lot
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------- A
d)
A A A
My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e)
I am proud of the work I do --- A
A A A
f) I feel appreciated as a
teacher ------------------------- A
A A A
g) I enjoy the challenges of
teaching ----------------------- A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 68
About Teaching the TIMSS Class
G12
G10
A. How many students are in this class?
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
students
Check one circle for each line.
Write in the number.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
B. How many of the students in #G10A are in
?
Never
students
Write in the number.
G11
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
students in this class
Write in the number.
a) Relate the lesson to
students’ daily lives ------------ A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Communicate goals or
objectives for the lesson to
the students-------------------- A
A A A
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises
that require them to
go beyond the instruction ----- A
A A A
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
Appendix C – Page 69
A A A
G13
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Some
A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A A
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
d)
A A
Students absent from class ---- A A A
e) Disruptive students ------------ A
A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A
A A
g) Distracted students ------------ A
A A
h) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
i) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
Appendix C – Page 70
Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
M2
M1
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching mathematics to the students in this class?
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
minutes per week
Every or almost every lesson
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- A
A A A
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- A
A A A
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Practice procedures
on their own ------------------- A
A A A
e) Apply what they have
learned to new problem
situations on their own -------- A
A A A
f) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- A
g)
A A A
Work in mixed ability groups -- A A A A
h)
Work in same ability groups -- A
Appendix C – Page 71
A A A
Using Calculators and Digital Devices for Teaching Mathematics to
the TIMSS Class
M3
D. How often do you ask the students in your class
to use digital devices to do these mathematics
activities?
Are students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle for each line.
A
Yes, with restricted use --- A
No --- A
Yes, with unrestricted use ---
At least once a week
Once or twice a month
A few times
a year
Never or
almost
never
M4
A. Do the students in this class have digital devices
(including computers, tablets, or smartphones)
available to use during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
Yes --- A
No --- A
(If No, go to #M5)
If Yes,
a) Practice problems and
procedures--------------------- A
A A A
b) Solve extended or
contextualized problems ----------A
A A A
c) Create graphs, tables, or
other data displays -----------------A
A A A
d) Play games involving
mathematics calculations
or concepts --------------------------A
A A A
e) Read the textbook or watch
instructional videos ----------------A
A A A
B. What access do the students have to digital
devices?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) The class has digital devices for
each student to use ------------------------------
A A
b) The class has digital devices that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has digital devices that the class can
use sometimes ----------------------------------d)
Students bring their own digital devices --------
A A
A A
C. How often do you have students use digital
devices during mathematics instruction?
Check one circle only.
At least once a week ---
A
Once or twice a month ---
A
M5
How much do each of these keep you from
incorporating digital devices into mathematics
instruction?
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Somewhat
A lot
a) Not knowing how to
use digital devices to improve
student learning --------------- A
A A
b) Not enough access to
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
c) Keeping students on task
when the class is using
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
d) Lack of technical support
from the school ----------------
A few times a year --- A
Never or almost never ---
A
Appendix C – Page 72
A A A
Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
M6
The following list includes topics addressed by the TIMSS mathematics test. Choose the response that best
describes when each topic is taught for students in this class.
If a topic was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you have taught
a topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum for this year or
you have not yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
A. Number
a) Recognize place value and order whole numbers --------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Add and subtract up to 4-digit numbers
A A A
c) Multiply up to 3-digit by 1-digit and 2-digit by 2-digit numbers ----------------------------------------------------------- A A A
d) Divide up to 3-digit by 1-digit numbers
A A A
e) Solve problems with odd/even numbers, multiples, or factors-------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
f) Round or make estimations with whole numbers --------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
g) Find the missing number or operation in a number sentence --------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
h) Extend a number pattern or find the missing number in a pattern --------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
i) Represent, compare, and order fractions
A A A
j) Add and subtract simple fractions
A A A
k) Represent, compare, and order decimals up to two decimal places --------------------------------------------------------- A A A
l) Add and subtract with decimals up to two decimal places ------------------------------------------------------------------ A A A
B. Measurement and Geometry
A A A
b) Add and subtract mass, volume, or time in appropriate units --------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
c) Find perimeters of polygons
A A A
d) Find areas of shapes covered with squares or volumes of shapes filled with cubes----------------------------------------- A A A
e) Recognize and draw parallel and perpendicular lines ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
f) Compare and draw angles
A A A
g) Describe and draw common two-dimensional shapes (e.g., circles, triangles, quadrilaterals)----------------------------- A A A
h) Describe and draw common three-dimensional shapes (e.g., cubes, rectangular solids, cones, cylinders, spheres) ------ A A A
a) Measure, estimate, add, and subtract lengths
C. Data
A A A
A A A
a) Read and interpret data displays
b) Create or complete data displays
Appendix C – Page 73
c) Draw conclusions from two or more data sources---------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
Appendix C – Page 74
A A
Mathematics Assessment of
the TIMSS Class
Mathematics Homework for
the TIMSS Class
M7
M8
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on these
strategies to assess students’ learning in
mathematics?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework --- A
Check one circle for each line.
A lot
(Go to #M8)
Some
None
Less than once a week --- A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week ---
A
Every day ---
A
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
B. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
A A
Long-term projects ------------ A A A
e)
M9
About how often do students in
this class take mathematics tests on computers or
tablets?
Never or almost
never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
Check one circle only.
A
Once a month --- A
More than once a month ---
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
Appendix C – Page 75
Professional Development to Teach Mathematics
M10
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Mathematics content -----
No
A A--------------- A
A
b) Mathematics pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A A
c) Mathematics curriculum -- A A--------------- A A
d) Integrating technology
into mathematics
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills----
A A--------------- A
f) Mathematics assessment - A A--------------- A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------
A A--------------- A
A
A
A
Appendix C – Page 76
Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S3
S1
A. Is science taught mainly as a separate subject (i.e.,
not integrated with other subjects) to the students
in this class?
How much emphasis do you place on the following
when teaching science to students in this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle only.
A lot
Yes --- A
Some
None
No --- A
B. Please estimate the time that you spend on science
topics with students in this class.
minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
S2
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
a) Encouraging students to
ask questions about
scientific phenomena --------- A
A A
b) Having students predict the
outcomes of experiments or
investigations ------------------ A
A A
c) Having students create
representations (e.g.,
models, graphs) to explain
scientific phenomena ---------- A
A A
d) Having students use scientific
concepts to explain
phenomena -------------------- A
A A
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain
new science content ----------- A
A A A
b) Observe natural phenomena
such as the weather or a
plant growing and describe
what they see ------------------ A
A A A
c) Watch me demonstrate an
experiment or investigation --- A
A A A
d) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------ A
A A A
e) Memorize facts and
principles ---------------------- A
A A A
f) Do field work outside
the class ------------------------ A
A A A
g) Work in mixed ability
groups -------------------------- A
A A A
h) Work in same ability
groups ------------------------- A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 77
S4
A. How often do you provide opportunities
for students to do the following when
teaching this class?
B. How often do you go to a separate science
laboratory when conducting experiments or
investigations with students in this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Once a week or more
Once or twice a month
Once or twice every
few months
Never
or almost
never
a) Experiments or investigations
that are carried out in a single
lesson--------------------------- A
A A A
b) Experiments or investigations
that are carried out over a
series of lessons ---------------- A
A A A
c) Hands-on activities to
explore science concepts ------ A
A A A
d) Experiments with a
prescribed set of steps to
answer a given question ------ A
A A A
e) Experiments where
students determine their
own procedures to answer
a given question --------------- A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 78
Check one circle only.
A
Sometimes --- A
Never or almost never ------ A
Always or almost always ---
Using Digital Devices for Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S5
A. Do the students in this class have digital devices
(including computers, tablets, or smartphones)
available to use during science lessons?
D. How often do you ask the students in your class to
use digital devices to do these science activities?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle only.
At least once a week
Yes --- A
No ---
Once or twice a month
A few times
a year
A
Never or
almost
never
(If No, go to #S6)
a) Solve extended or
contextualized problems---------- A
A A A
b) Create graphs, tables, or
other data displays ---------------- A
A A A
c) Play games involving
science concepts ------------------- A
A A A
No
d) Conduct virtual experiments
or other simulations --------------A
A A A
A A
e) Read the textbook or watch
instructional videos ---------------- A
A A A
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to digital
devices?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
a) The class has digital devices for
each student to use -----------------------------b) The class has digital devices that students can
share
c) The school has digital devices that the class can
use sometimes
d)
Students bring their own digital devices --------
A A
A A
A A
S6
How much do each of these keep you from
incorporating digital devices into science
instruction?
Check one circle for each line.
C. How often do you have students use digital
devices during science instruction?
Not at all
Somewhat
Check one circle only.
At least once a week ---
A
Once or twice a month ---
A
A few times a year --- A
A lot
a) Not knowing how to
use digital devices to
improve student learning------ A
A A
b) Not enough access to
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
c) Keeping students on task
when the class is using
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
d) Lack of technical support
from the school ---------------- A
A A
Appendix C – Page 79
Science Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
S7
The following list includes topics and concepts addressed by the TIMSS science test. Choose the response that best describes
when each topic or concept is taught for students in this class.
If a topic or concept was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you have taught a
topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum for this year or you have not
yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
A. Life Science
a) Basic differences between living and nonliving things ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Defining characteristics of major groups of living things -------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) Functions of major structures in living things (e.g., roots in plants)--------------------------------------------------------- A A A
d) Life cycle stages of common plants and animals (e.g., flowering plants, frogs) -------------------------------------------- A A A
e) Inherited characteristics of living things
A A A
f) How living things survive in their environments (e.g., physical characteristics, behaviors) -------------------------------- A A A
g) How human actions impact the environment
A A A
h) Common ecosystems and their organisms (e.g., forest, desert) ------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
i) Interpreting simple food chains
A A A
j) Competition within ecosystems
A A A
k) Ways for humans to maintain good health and avoid illness ---------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
B. Physical Science
a) Solids, liquids, gases, and how their shapes and volumes differ ------------------------------------------------------------ A
b) Grouping objects based on their physical properties ------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Examples of mixtures and how they can be separated (e.g., filtration, evaporation)--------------------------------------- A
A
e) Examples of physical and chemical changes in everyday life ---------------------------------------------------------------- A
f) How to make solids dissolve faster in liquids (e.g., stirring, heating) ------------------------------------------------------- A
g) Concentration of solutions
A
h) Sources of energy (e.g., the Sun, wind, water, coal, oil, and gas)------------------------------------------------------------ A
i) How light is related to shadows, reflections, and rainbows ----------------------------------------------------------------- A
j) How vibrations are related to sound
A
k) Movement of heat from hotter to cooler objects----------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Magnetic attraction and repulsion
Appendix C – Page 80
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A A A
m) How motion is affected by forces (e.g., gravity, pushing, pulling, friction)-------------------------------------------------- A A A
n) Examples of simple machines (e.g., levers, ramps) -------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
l) Simple electrical circuits
Appendix C – Page 81
S7
(continued)
Choose the response that best describes when each topic or concept is taught for students in this class.
If a topic or concept was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you have taught a
topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum for this year or you have not
yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
C. Earth Science
a) Composition of Earth’s surface (i.e., land, fresh water, salt water) ---------------------------------------------------------- A
A
c) Renewable and nonrenewable resources
A
d) How wind and water change Earth’s surface over time ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A
e) What fossils can show about Earth’s history
A
f) How weather changes day to day and with geographic location------------------------------------------------------------ A
g) Effects of increasing temperatures on Earth
A
h) Composition of the Solar System (the Sun, Earth, Moon, and other planets) ----------------------------------------------- A
i) How the Moon’s movement around the Earth changes its appearance ----------------------------------------------------- A
j) How Earth’s rotation causes day and night
A
k) How Earth’s annual movement around the Sun causes seasons or seasonal change --------------------------------------- A
b) Earth’s resources and their use by humans
Appendix C – Page 82
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Science Homework
for the TIMSS Class
Science Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
S8
S9
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on these
strategies to assess students’ learning in
science?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework --- A
Check one circle for each line.
A lot
(Go to #S9)
Some
None
Less than once a week --- A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week ---
A
Every day ---
A
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
e)
Check one circle for each line.
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
B. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Always or almost always
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
Long-term projects ------------ A A A
S10
About how often do students in this
class take science tests on computers or tablets?
Check one circle only.
A
Once a month --- A
More than once a month ---
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
Appendix C – Page 83
Professional Development to Teach Science
S11
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Science content -----------
No
A A--------------- A A
b) Science pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
c)
A--------------- A A
Science curriculum -------- A A--------------- A A
d) Integrating technology
into science instruction ---
A A--------------- A A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
inquiry skills--------------f)
A A--------------- A
Science assessment ------- A A--------------- A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------
A A--------------- A
h) Integrating science
with other subjects
(e.g., mathematics,
technology) --------------- A
A
A
A
A--------------- A A
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 84
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 85
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 86
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics Covers and Directions - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Mathematics
Field Test
Version
Online Administration
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 87
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023 (Trends in
International Mathematics and Science Study), an educational
research project sponsored by the International Association for the
Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
trends in student achievement in mathematics and science and studies
differences in national education systems in almost 60 countries in
order to help improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information about teachers’ academic and
professional backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional practices,
and attitudes toward teaching. Since your class has been selected as
part of a nationwide sample, your responses are very important in
helping to describe secondary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer to the “TIMSS class”
or “this class.” This is the class that is identified on the front of this
booklet, and which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school. If
you teach some but not all of the students in the TIMSS class, please
think only of the students that you teach when answering these classspecific questions. It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information that you provide reflects your
situation as accurately as possible.
Since TIMSS is an international study and all countries are using the
same questionnaire, you may find that some of the questions seem
unusual or are not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to answer all of the
questions so comparisons can be made across countries in the studies.
It is estimated that you will need approximately 35 minutes to
complete this questionnaire. We appreciate the time and effort that
this takes and thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 88
To access this questionnaire online, please copy the following link into
the address bar of your Web browser:
All necessary teacher login information (Subject Code, ID, and
Password) is provided on the identification label located on the cover.
“Teacher ID” is your ID and “Checksum” is your password.
You may exit the questionnaire at any time and log in again later—all
of your responses will be saved automatically.
If you have problems accessing this online questionnaire or are in need
of assistance (e.g., you would prefer to complete a paper copy of the
questionnaire, questions related to a subject that you do not teach to
the class are displayed), please contact:
.
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 89
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 90
Teacher Questionnaire Mathematics - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Mathematics
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 91
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
students, and seeks information
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
about teachers’ academic and professional
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in helping
.
to describe secondary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
Thank you.
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 92
About You
1
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
4
Check one circle only.
years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
2
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
Did not complete ---
A
---
A
Which of these describes you?
(If you have not completed
, go to #6)
Check one circle only.
Female --- A
Male --- A
---
A
---
A
--- A
3
--- A
How old are you?
--- A
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
--- A
Under 25 ---
5
During your education, what was
your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Mathematics
A A
b) Biology
A A
c) Physics
A A
d) Chemistry
A A
e) --------------------------------
A A
f) Education–Mathematics ------------------------
A A
g) Education–Science ------------------------------
A A
h) Education–General ------------------------------
A A
i) Other
Appendix C – Page 93
A A
School Emphasis on
Academic Success
6
School Environment
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
7
How much do you agree or disagree with the
following statements about your current school?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Very
low
Disagree
a lot
a) I feel safe at this school -------- A
A A A
b) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
A A A A
c) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
d ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
A A A A
e ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
Appendix C – Page 94
About Being a Teacher
8
9
How often do you have these feelings about being
a teacher?
How much do you agree or disagree with the
statements below?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Disagree a little
Never or
almost
never
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
Disagree
a lot
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ A
d)
A A A
My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e) I am proud of the
work I do ----------------------- A
A A A
f) I feel appreciated as a
teacher ------------------------- A
A A A
g) I enjoy the challenges of
teaching ----------------------- A
A A A
f)
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 95
About Teaching the TIMSS Class
10
13
How many students are in this class?
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
students
Check one circle for each line.
Write in the number.
Not at all
11
Some
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
students in this class
Write in the number.
12
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A lot
A A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Communicate goals or
objectives for the lesson
to the students ---------------- A
A A A
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- A
A A A
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
d)
A A
Students absent from class ---- A A A
e) Disruptive students ------------ A
A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A
A A
g) Distracted students ------------ A
A A
h) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
i) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 96
Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
14
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching mathematics to the students in this class?
15
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
minutes per week
Every or almost every lesson
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- A
A A A
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- A
A A A
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Practice procedures
on their own ------------------- A
A A A
e) Apply what they have
learned to new problem
situations on their own -------- A
A A A
f) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- A
g)
A A A
Work in mixed ability groups -- A A A A
h)
Work in same ability groups -- A
Appendix C – Page 97
A A A
Using Calculators and Digital Devices for Teaching Mathematics to
the TIMSS Class
16
D. How often do you ask the students in your class
to use digital devices to do these mathematics
activities?
Are students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle for each line.
A
Yes, with restricted use --- A
No --- A
Yes, with unrestricted use ---
At least once a week
Once or twice a month
A few times
a year
Never or
almost
never
17
A. Do the students in this class have digital devices
(including computers, tablets, or smartphones)
available to use during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
(If No, go to #18)
If Yes,
a) Practice problems and
procedures --------------------- A
A A A
b) Solve extended or
contextualized problems --------- A
A A A
c) Create graphs, tables, or
other data displays ---------------- A
A A A
d) Play games involving
mathematics calculations
or concepts ------------------------- A
A A A
e) Read the textbook or watch
instructional videos --------------- A
A A A
B. What access do the students have to digital
devices?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) The class has digital devices for each
student to use ------------------------------------
A A
b) The class has digital devices that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has digital devices that the class can
use sometimes ----------------------------------d)
Students bring their own digital devices --------
Check one circle only.
At least once a week ---
A
Once or twice a month --- A
How much do each of these keep you from
incorporating digital devices into mathematics
instruction?
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Somewhat
A A
A A
C. How often do you have students use digital
devices during mathematics instruction?
18
A lot
a) Not knowing how
to use digital devices to
improve student learning------ A
A A
b) Not enough access to
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
c) Keeping students on task
when the class is using
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
d) Lack of technical support
from the school ---------------- A
A A
A few times a year --- A
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
19
The following list includes topics addressed by the TIMSS mathematics test. Choose the response that best
describes when each topic is taught for students in this class.
If a topic was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you have taught
a topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum for this year or
you have not yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
A. Number
a) Add and subtract positive and negative numbers --------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Find and use factors, multiples, positive powers, or square roots of positive whole numbers------------------------------ A A A
c) Compare fractions and decimals
A A A
d) Add, subtract, and multiply with fractions and decimals -------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
e) Divide fractions and decimals by a whole number--------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
f) Determine proportions and ratios
A A A
g) Find percentages and convert between percentages and fractions/decimals ---------------------------------------------- A A A
B. Algebra
A A A
b) Solve simple linear equations
A A A
c) Solve simple linear inequalities
A A A
d) Solve simultaneous linear equations (two variables) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ A A A
e) Write expressions, equations, or inequalities to represent problems-------------------------------------------------------- A A A
f) Interpret linear functions in graphs, tables, or words------------------------------------------------------------------------ A A A
g) Interpret simple non-linear functions (e.g., quadratic, cubic) in graphs, tables, or words---------------------------------- A A A
h) Generalize linear and non-linear pattern relationships or sequences ------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
a) Simplify and compare algebraic expressions
C. Geometry and Measurement
A A A
b) Recognize and draw different types of angles and lines --------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
a) Read and plot points in the Cartesian plane
c) Use geometric properties of polygons to calculate lengths, perimeter, and area
(including the Pythagorean Theorem)
A A
d) Determine the results of geometric translation, reflection, and rotation --------------------------------------------------- A A
e) Use properties of similar and congruent figures ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A
f) Calculate surface area and volume of common three-dimensional shapes ------------------------------------------------- A A
D. Data and Probability
a) Interpret data from one or more data sources
Appendix C – Page 99
A
A
A
A
b) Represent data in graphs, charts, or plots
A
A
c) Calculate and interpret the mean or median of a data distribution --------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Calculate probabilities of simple and compound events--------------------------------------------------------------------- A
Appendix C – Page 100
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Mathematics Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
Mathematics Homework
for the TIMSS Class
20
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
21
Check one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
A
Less than once a week ---
Check one circle for each line.
A lot
(Go to #21)
Some
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week ---
A
Every day ---
A
How much importance do you place on these
strategies to assess students’ learning in
mathematics?
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
B. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
A A
Long-term projects ------------ A A A
e)
22
About how often do students in
this class take mathematics tests on computers or
tablets?
Never or almost
never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students------ A
A A
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- A
A A
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards students’
grades or marks --------------- A
Check one circle only.
A
Once a month --- A
More than once a month ---
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Mathematics
23
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Mathematics content -----
No
A A--------------- A
A
b) Mathematics pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A A
c) Mathematics curriculum -- A A--------------- A A
d) Integrating technology
into mathematics
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills -----
A A--------------- A
f) Mathematics assessment - A A--------------- A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------
A A--------------- A
A
A
A
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
Appendix C – Page 102
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 103
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
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Teacher Questionnaire Science Covers and Directions - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Science
Field Test
Version
Online Administration
© IEA, 2021
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Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023 (Trends in
International Mathematics and Science Study), an educational
research project sponsored by the International Association for the
Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
trends in student achievement in mathematics and science and studies
differences in national education systems in almost 60 countries in
order to help improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information about teachers’ academic and
professional backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional practices,
and attitudes toward teaching. Since your class has been selected as
part of a nationwide sample, your responses are very important in
helping to describe secondary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer to the “TIMSS class”
or “this class.” This is the class that is identified on the front of this
booklet, and which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school. If
you teach some but not all of the students in the TIMSS class, please
think only of the students that you teach when answering these classspecific questions. It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information that you provide reflects your
situation as accurately as possible.
Since TIMSS is an international study and all countries are using the
same questionnaire, you may find that some of the questions seem
unusual or are not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to answer all of the
questions so comparisons can be made across countries in the studies.
It is estimated that you will need approximately 35 minutes to
complete this questionnaire. We appreciate the time and effort that
this takes and thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 106
To access this questionnaire online, please copy the following link into
the address bar of your Web browser:
All necessary teacher login information (Subject Code, ID, and
Password) is provided on the identification label located on the cover.
“Teacher ID” is your ID and “Checksum” is your password.
You may exit the questionnaire at any time and log in again later—all
of your responses will be saved automatically.
If you have problems accessing this online questionnaire or are in need
of assistance (e.g., you would prefer to complete a paper copy of the
questionnaire, questions related to a subject that you do not teach to
the class are displayed), please contact:
.
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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Educational Achievement
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Teacher Questionnaire Science - Grade 8
Identification Label
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TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Science
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 109
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
students, and seeks information
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
about teachers’ academic and professional
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in helping
.
to describe secondary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
Thank you.
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 110
About You
1
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
4
Check one circle only.
years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
2
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
Did not complete ---
A
---
A
Which of these describes you?
(If you have not completed
, go to #6)
Check one circle only.
Female --- A
Male --- A
---
A
---
A
--- A
3
--- A
How old are you?
--- A
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
--- A
Under 25 ---
5
During your education, what was
your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Mathematics
A A
b) Biology
A A
c) Physics
A A
d) Chemistry
A A
e) --------------------------------
A A
f) Education–Mathematics ------------------------
A A
g) Education–Science ------------------------------
A A
h) Education–General ------------------------------
A A
i) Other
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A A
School Emphasis on
Academic Success
6
School Environment
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
7
How much do you agree or disagree with the
following statements about your current school?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
Disagree
a lot
a) I feel safe at this school -------- A
A A A
b) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
A A A A
c) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
d ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
A A A A
e ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
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About Being a Teacher
8
How often do you have these feelings about being
a teacher?
9
How much do you agree or disagree with the
statements below?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ A
d)
A A A
My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I am proud of the
work I do ----------------------- A
A A A
f) I feel appreciated as a
teacher ------------------------- A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
A A A
g) I enjoy the challenges of
teaching ----------------------- A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
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About Teaching the
10
13
How many students are in this class?
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
students
Check one circle for each line.
Write in the number.
Not at all
11
Some
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
students in this class
Write in the number.
12
A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A A
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
d)
A A
Students absent from class ---- A A A
e)
Disruptive students ------------ A
A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A
A A
g) Distracted students ------------ A
A A
h) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
i) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Communicate goals or
objectives for the lesson
to the students ---------------- A
A A A
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- A
A A A
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
A A A
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Teaching Science to the
14
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching science to the students in this class?
16
How much emphasis do you place on the following
when teaching science to students in this class?
Check one circle for each line.
minutes per week
A lot
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
Some
None
15
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
science content ---------------- A
A A A
b) Observe natural phenomena
and describe what they see --- A
A A A
c) Watch me demonstrate
an experiment or
investigation ------------------- A
A A A
d) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------- A
A A A
e) Memorize facts and
principles ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Use scientific formulas and
laws to solve routine
problems ----------------------- A
a) Encouraging students to
ask questions about
scientific phenomena --------- A
A A
b) Having students predict the
outcomes of experiments or
investigations ------------------ A
A A
c) Having students discuss
variation in data from
experiments or
investigations ------------------ A
A A
d) Having students use
multiple sources of
evidence to explain
scientific phenomena ---------- A
A A
e) Having students create
representations (e.g.,
models, graphs) to explain
scientific phenomena --------- A
A A
f) Having students use
scientific concepts to
explain phenomena ----------- A
A A
g) Having students argue
about science questions ------- A
A A
A A A
g) Do field work outside of class-- A A A A
h) Work in mixed ability groups -- A
A A A
i) Work in same ability groups --- A
A A A
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17
B. How often do you go to a separate science
laboratory when conducting experiments or
investigations with students in this class?
A. How often do you provide opportunities
for students to do the following when
teaching this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Once or twice a month
Once or twice every
few months
Never
or almost
never
A A A
b) Experiments or investigations
that are carried out over a
series of lessons --------------- A
A A A
c) Hands-on activities to
explore science concepts ------ A
A A A
d) Experiments with a
prescribed set of steps to
answer a given question ------ A
A A A
e) Experiments where
students determine their
own procedures to answer
a given question --------------- A
A A A
A
Sometimes --- A
Never or almost never --- A
Always or almost always ---
Once a week or more
a) Experiments or investigations
that are carried out in a single
lesson -------------------------- A
Check one circle only.
Appendix C – Page 116
Using Digital Devices for Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
18
A. Do the students in this class have digital devices
(including computers, tablets, or smartphones)
available to use during science lessons?
D. How often do you ask the students in your class to
use digital devices to do these science activities?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle only.
At least once a week
A
No --- A
Once or twice a month
Yes ---
A few times
a year
Never or
almost
never
(If No, go to #19)
a) Solve extended or
contextualized problems --------- A
A A A
b) Create graphs, tables, or
other data displays ---------------- A
A A A
c) Play games involving
science concepts------------------- A
A A A
No
d) Conduct virtual experiments
or other simulations ------------- A
A A A
A A
e) Read the textbook or watch
instructional videos --------------- A
A A A
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to digital
devices?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
a) The class has digital devices for
each student to use -----------------------------b) The class has digital devices that students can
share
c) The school has digital devices that the class can
use sometimes
d)
Students bring their own digital devices --------
A A
A A
A A
19
How much do each of these keep you from
incorporating digital devices into science
instruction?
Check one circle for each line.
C. How often do you have students use digital
devices during science instruction?
Not at all
Somewhat
Check one circle only.
At least once a week ---
A
Once or twice a month --- A
A few times a year --- A
A lot
a) Not knowing how to
use digital devices to
improve student learning------ A
A A
b) Not enough access to
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
c) Keeping students on task
when the class is using
digital devices ----------------- A
A A
d) Lack of technical support
from the school ---------------- A
A A
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Science Topics Taught to the
20
Choose the response thatbest describes when each topic or concept is taught for students in this class.
If a topic or concept was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you
have taught a topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum
for this year or you have not yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
A. Biology
a) Defining characteristics of major taxonomic groups of organisms ---------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Structures and functions of major organs and organ systems --------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) How animals maintain stable body conditions
A A A
d) Major structures and functions in plant and animal cells-------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
e) Basic processes of photosynthesis
A A A
f) Basic processes of cellular respiration
A A A
g) Life cycles of mammals, birds, amphibians, insects, and plants ------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
h) Processes for reproduction and inheritance in plants and animals ---------------------------------------------------------- A A A
i) How variation in traits relates to natural selection and changes in life on Earth over time--------------------------------- A A A
j) Interpreting food web diagrams and the flow of energy in ecosystems----------------------------------------------------- A A A
k) Cycling of water, oxygen, and carbon through ecosystems ------------------------------------------------------------------ A A A
l) Predation, competition, and symbiosis in ecosystems----------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
m) How changes in an ecosystem affect the populations of organisms that live there----------------------------------------- A
A A
n) How human actions can positively or negatively impact the environment ------------------------------------------------- A
A A
o) How to prevent transmission of common diseases among humans -------------------------------------------------------- A A A
p) Importance of diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices for maintaining good human health ----------------------------------- A A A
B. Chemistry
a) Structure of atoms (i.e., protons, neutrons, electrons) and molecules ------------------------------------------------------ A
A A
b) Differences among elements, compounds, and mixtures-------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) How to interpret the periodic table of elements ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
d) Classifying matter according to physical and chemical properties ---------------------------------------------------------- A A A
e) Methods for separating mixtures
A A A
f) Solution concentration and rate of dissolving
A A A
g) Properties of acids and bases
A A A
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h) Matter and energy in chemical reactions, including evidence of chemical change ----------------------------------------- A
A A
A A A
A A A
i) How to change the rate of chemical reactions
j) Chemical bonds (e.g., role of electrons)
Appendix C – Page 119
20
(continued)
Choose the response thatbest describes when each topic or concept is taught for students in this class.
If a topic or concept was in the curriculum before , choose “Mostly taught before this year”. If you
have taught a topic this year, choose “Mostly taught this year”. If a topic is not in the curriculum
for this year or you have not yet taught a topic, choose “Not yet taught”.
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught
C. Physics
a) Separation and motion of atoms/molecules in solids, liquids, and gases --------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Characteristics of matter and energy during state changes ----------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) Types of energy (e.g., kinetic, potential, thermal) and examples of energy transformations------------------------------- A A A
d) Thermal conductivity and the transfer of thermal energy between objects of different temperatures -------------------- A A A
e) Reflection, refraction, or absorption of light
A A A
f) Characteristics of sound (i.e., amplitude, frequency) and its transmission, reflection, and absorption -------------------- A A A
g) Electrical conductors and simple electrical circuits -------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
h) Polarity, strength, and uses of permanent magnets and electromagnets -------------------------------------------------- A A A
i) Speed as distance changing over time
A A A
j) Acceleration as speed changing over time
A A A
k) Effects of common forces on speed and direction of motion ---------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
l) Density and buoyancy
A A A
m) Functioning of simple machines (e.g., levers, inclined planes, pulleys) ---------------------------------------------------- A A A
D. Earth Science
a) Earth’s structure and distribution of water on its surface -------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Gases present in Earth’s atmosphere and their relative abundance --------------------------------------------------------- A
c) Changes in temperature and pressure based on altitude -------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A
e) Processes in the rock cycle (e.g., lava cooling, weathering)------------------------------------------------------------------ A
f) How fossils form and what they show about Earth’s history ---------------------------------------------------------------- A
g) Processes in Earth’s water cycle
A
h) Differences between weather and climate and geographic factors affecting climate -------------------------------------- A
i) Evidence for climate change
A
d) How geological events impact Earth’s surface
j) Use and conservation of Earth’s resources, including land, water, and renewable
and nonrenewable energy sources
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A A A
k) Phenomena caused by the motion of Earth and the Moon (e.g., seasons, tides, Moon phases)---------------------------- A
l) The Sun as a star and physical features of the Earth, Moon, and other planets --------------------------------------------- A
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A A
A A
Science Homework for the
Science Assessment of the
21
22
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework ---
How much importance do you place on these
strategies to assess students’ learning in
science?
Check one circle for each line.
A
Less than once a week ---
A lot
(Go to #22)
Some
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week ---
A
Every day ---
A
B. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
Long-term projects ------------ A A A
e)
23
About how often do students in this
class take science tests on computers or tablets?
A A
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- A
A A
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- A
A A
Check one circle only.
A
Once a month --- A
More than once a month ---
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
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Professional Development to Teach Science
24
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Science content -----------
No
A A--------------- A
A
b) Science pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
c)
A--------------- A A
Science curriculum -------- A A--------------- A A
d) Integrating technology
into science instruction ---
A A--------------- A A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
inquiry skills--------------f)
A A--------------- A
Science assessment ------- A A--------------- A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------
A A--------------- A
A
A
A
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 123
Appendix C – Page 124
Appendix C – Page 125
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© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
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School Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 4
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
School
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
Online Administration
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 127
School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023 (Trends in
International Mathematics and Science Study), an educational
research project sponsored by the International Association for the
Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
trends in student achievement in mathematics and science and studies
differences in national education systems in almost 60 countries in
order to help improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school principals and department
heads who are asked to supply information about their schools.
Since your school has been selected as part of a nationwide sample,
your responses are very important in helping to describe primary/
elementary education in .
It is important that you answer each question carefully so that the
information provided reflects the situation in your school as accurately
as possible. Some of the questions will require that you look up school
records, so you may wish to arrange for the assistance of another staff
member to help provide this information.
Since TIMSS is an international study and all countries are using the
same questionnaire, you may find that some of the questions seem
unusual or are not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to answer all of the
questions so comparisons can be made across countries in the study.
It is estimated that you will need approximately 30 minutes to
complete this questionnaire. We appreciate the time and effort that
this takes and thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 128
To access this questionnaire online, please copy the following link into
the address bar of your Web browser:
All necessary login information is provided on the identification label
located on the cover. “School ID” is your ID and “Checksum” is your
password.
You may exit the questionnaire at any time and log in again later—all
of your responses will be saved automatically.
If you have problems accessing this online questionnaire or are in need
of assistance (e.g., you would prefer to complete a paper copy of this
questionnaire), please contact:
.
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 129
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 130
School Questionnaire - Grade 4
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
School
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 131
School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the study.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
It is estimated that you will need approximately
30 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school
principals and department heads who are asked to
supply information about their schools. Since your
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
school has been selected as part of a nationwide
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
sample, your responses are very important in
return it to:
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
.
.
It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information provided reflects
Thank you.
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
Some of the questions will require that you look up
school records, so you may wish to arrange for the
assistance of another staff member to help provide
this information.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 132
School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of ?
5
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
Check one circle only.
Write in the number.
2
100,001 to 500,000 people --50,001 to 100,000 people --30,001 to 50,000 people ---
What is the total enrollment of
students in your school as of ?
15,001 to 30,000 people --3,001 to 15,000 people ---
students
3,000 people or fewer ---
Write in the number.
3
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
More than 500,000 people ---
students
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle for each line.
Urban–Densely populated ---
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
A
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
A
Medium size city or large town --- A
Small town or village --- A
Remote rural ---
4
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- A
A A A
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ----------------- A
A A A
Approximately what percentage of students in
your school have as their native
language?
Check one circle only.
A
76 to 90% --- A
51 to 75% --- A
26 to 50% --- A
More than 90% ---
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A
25% or less ---
A
Appendix C – Page 134
Instructional Time
6
Resources and Technology
For the students in your school:
7
A. How many days per year is your school open for
instruction?
How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by students?
computers
Write in the number.
days
Write in the number.
B. What is the total instructional time, excluding
breaks, in a typical day?
8
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by students?
Check one circle only.
minutes
A
No --- A
Write in the number of minutes per day.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
Yes ---
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Check one circle only.
6 days ---
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
A
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
5 1/2 days --- A
5 days ---
A
A
4 days --- A
Other --- A
4 1/2 days ---
9
Does your school use an online learning
management system to support learning (e.g.,
teacher-student communication, management of
grades, student access to course materials)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
10
Do students in your school have access to these
resources?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) A library or media center ------------------------ A
b) Digital devices (e.g., computers,
laptops, tablets)---------------------------------- A
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A
A
c) High speed internet ------------------------------ A
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A
11
How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- A
A A A
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- A
A A A
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ A
A A A
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ A
A A A
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- A
A A A
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- A
A A A
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- A
A A A
h) Digital devices for
student use -------------------- A
A A A
i) Resources for students with
disabilities---------------------- A
A A A
A lot
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- A
A A A
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- A
A A A
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ A
A A A
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- A
A A A
d) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- A
A A A
Appendix C – Page 137
School Emphasis
on Academic Success
12
School Discipline
and Safety
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
13
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among students in your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Very high
Minor problem
High
Moderate problem
Medium
Serious
problem
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
a) Arriving late at school --------- A
A A A
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- A
A A A
c) Classroom disturbance -------- A A A A
d) Cheating ----------------------- A
A A A
e) Profanity ----------------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f) Vandalism ---------------------- A
A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
g) Theft --------------------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
i) Physical fights among
students ------------------------ A
A A A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
14
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early -- A
A A A
b) Absenteeism ------------------- A
A A A
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Principal’s Experience
and Education
School Readiness
15
About how many of the students in your school can
do the following when they begin the
of primary/elementary school?
16
years
Check one circle for each line.
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Less than 25%
25–50%
51–75%
More than
75%
17
a) Recognize most of the
letters of the alphabet --------- A
A A A
b) Read some words -------------- A A A A
c) Read sentences ---------------- A
A A A
d) Write letters of the alphabet -- A
A A A
e) Write their names ------------- A
A A A
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal at this school?
years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
18
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
f) Write words other than
their names -------------------- A
g)
Check one circle only.
A A A
Count up to 100 or higher ----- A A A A
h) Recognize written numbers
from 1-10 ---------------------- A
Did not complete ---
--- A
A A A
--- A
i) Recognize written numbers
higher than 10 ----------------- A
A A A
j) Write numbers from 1-10 ----- A A A A
k) Do simple addition ------------ A
A A A
l) Do simple subtraction --------- A
A A A
A
--- A
19
Do you hold the following qualifications or
credentials in educational leadership?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) --------------------------------- A
A
b) ------- A
A
c) ---------- A
A
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COVID-19 Pandemic
20
For how long was your school fully closed for
in-person instruction because of the COVID-19
pandemic?
Check one circle for each line.
The school did not
fully close
Less than one
month
One to three
months
More
than
three
months
21
a) <2019 – 2020> school year -- A
A A A
b) <2020 – 2021> school year -- A
A A A
c) <2021 – 2022> school year -- A
A A A
Did your school provide these additional
remote learning resources during the COVID-19
pandemic?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Printed learning materials for students
(e.g., worksheets, textbooks) --------------------
A A
b) Digital devices (e.g., laptops,
tablets) for students -----------------------------
A A
c) Online resources for
students
A A
d) Pedagogical resources for
teachers
A A
e) Digital devices (e.g., laptops,
tablets) for teachers-----------------------------f) Technical support for
teachers
A A
A A
Appendix C – Page 140
Thank You
Appendix C – Page 141
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 142
Appendix C – Page 143
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 144
School Questionnaire Covers and Directions - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
School
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
Online Administration
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 145
School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023 (Trends in
International Mathematics and Science Study), an educational
research project sponsored by the International Association for the
Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
trends in student achievement in mathematics and science and studies
differences in national education systems in almost 60 countries in
order to help improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school principals and department
heads who are asked to supply information about their schools.
Since your school has been selected as part of a nationwide sample,
your responses are very important in helping to describe secondary
education in .
It is important that you answer each question carefully so that the
information provided reflects the situation in your school as accurately
as possible. Some of the questions will require that you look up school
records, so you may wish to arrange for the assistance of another staff
member to help provide this information.
Since TIMSS is an international study and all countries are using the
same questionnaire, you may find that some of the questions seem
unusual or are not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to answer all of the
questions so comparisons can be made across countries in the study.
It is estimated that you will need approximately 30 minutes to
complete this questionnaire. We appreciate the time and effort that
this takes and thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 146
To access this questionnaire online, please copy the following link into
the address bar of your Web browser:
All necessary login information is provided on the identification label
located on the cover. “School ID” is your ID and “Checksum” is your
password.
You may exit the questionnaire at any time and log in again later—all
of your responses will be saved automatically.
If you have problems accessing this online questionnaire or are in need
of assistance (e.g., you would prefer to complete a paper copy of this
questionnaire), please contact:
.
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
Appendix C – Page 147
timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2021
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
Appendix C – Page 148
School Questionnaire - Grade 8
Identification Label
2O23
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
School
Questionnaire
Field Test
Version
© IEA, 2021
Appendix C – Page 149
School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2023
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the study.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
It is estimated that you will need approximately
30 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school
principals and department heads who are asked to
supply information about their schools. Since your
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
school has been selected as part of a nationwide
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
sample, your responses are very important in helping
return it to:
to describe secondary education in .
It is important that you answer each question
.
carefully so that the information provided reflects
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
Thank you.
Some of the questions will require that you look up
school records, so you may wish to arrange for the
assistance of another staff member to help provide
this information.
TIMSS 2023
Appendix C – Page 150
School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of ?
5
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
Check one circle only.
Write in the number.
2
100,001 to 500,000 people --50,001 to 100,000 people --30,001 to 50,000 people ---
What is the total enrollment of
students in your school as of ?
15,001 to 30,000 people --3,001 to 15,000 people ---
students
3,000 people or fewer ---
Write in the number.
3
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
More than 500,000 people ---
students
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle for each line.
Urban–Densely populated ---
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
A
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
A
Medium size city or large town --- A
Small town or village --- A
Remote rural ---
4
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- A
A A A
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ---------------- A
A A A
Approximately what percentage of students in
your school have as their native
language?
Check one circle only.
A
76 to 90% --- A
51 to 75% --- A
26 to 50% --- A
25% or less --- A
More than 90% ---
Appendix C – Page 151
A
Field Test School Questionnaire
Appendix C – Page 152
2
Instructional Time
6
Resources and Technology
For the students in your school:
7
A. How many days per year is your school open for
instruction?
How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by students?
computers
Write in the number.
days
Write in the number.
B. What is the total instructional time, excluding
breaks, in a typical day?
8
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by students?
Check one circle only.
minutes
A
No --- A
Write in the number of minutes per day.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
Yes ---
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Check one circle only.
6 days ---
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
A
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
5 1/2 days --- A
5 days ---
A
A
4 days --- A
Other --- A
4 1/2 days ---
9
Does your school use an online learning
management system to support learning (e.g.,
teacher-student communication, management of
grades, student access to course materials)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
10
Do students in your school have access to these
resources?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) A library or media center ------------------------ A
b) Digital devices (e.g., computers,
laptops, tablets)---------------------------------- A
A
A
c) High speed internet ------------------------------ A A
Appendix C – Page 153
3
Field Test School Questionnaire
Appendix C – Page 154
11
How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- A
A A A
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- A
A A A
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ A
A A A
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ A
A A A
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- A
A A A
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- A
A A A
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- A
A A A
h) Digital devices for
student use -------------------- A
A A A
i) Resources for students with
disabilities---------------------- A
A A A
A lot
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- A
A A A
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- A
A A A
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ A
A A A
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- A
A A A
d) Calculators for science
instruction---------------------- A
A A A
e) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- A
A A A
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Field Test School Questionnaire
Appendix C – Page 156
4
School Emphasis on Academic Success
12
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
13
How much do you agree with these statements
about mathematics and science education within
your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
a) The school provides students
with information about career
options in mathematics
and science --------------------- A
A A A
b) The school has initiatives to
promote student interest in
mathematics and science
(e.g., student clubs,
competitions) ------------------ A
A A A
c) The school promotes
professional development for
teachers of mathematics and
science-------------------------- A
A A A
d) The school provides extra
lessons to help students excel
in mathematics and science --- A
A A A
e) The school provides special
activities in mathematics and
science for interested
students ------------------------ A
A A A
f) The school has a specific goal
to improve mathematics and
science education -------------- A
A A A
g) The school encourages
students to continue
studying mathematics
and science in the future------- A
A A A
h) Mathematics and science
teachers in this school spend
extra time working with
students interested in
mathematics and science ------ A
A A A
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Appendix C – Page 158
Principal’s Experience
and Education
School Discipline
and Safety
14
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among students in your school?
16
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
Check one circle for each line.
years
Not a problem
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late at school --------- A
17
A A A
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- A
c)
A A A
Classroom disturbance -------- A A A A
d) Cheating ----------------------- A
A A A
e) Profanity ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Vandalism ---------------------- A
A A A
g) Theft --------------------------- A
A A A
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal at this school?
years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
18
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
i)
15
--- A
A A A
Physical injury to students----- A A A A
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
k) Physical injury to teachers
or staff-------------------------- A
A A A
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
--- A
--- A
19
Do you hold the following qualifications or
credentials in educational leadership?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early -- A
A A A
b) Absenteeism ------------------- A
A A A
No
a) --------------------------------- A
A
b) ------- A
A
c) ---------- A
A
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Field Test School Questionnaire
Appendix C – Page 160
6
COVID-19 Pandemic
20
For how long was your school fully closed for
in-person instruction because of the COVID-19
pandemic?
Check one circle for each line.
The school did not
fully close
Less than one
month
One to three
months
More
than
three
months
21
a) <2019 – 2020> school year -- A
A A A
b) <2020 – 2021> school year -- A
A A A
c) <2021 – 2022> school year -- A
A A A
Did your school provide these additional
remote learning resources during the COVID-19
pandemic?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Printed learning materials for students
(e.g., worksheets, textbooks) --------------------
A A
b) Digital devices (e.g., laptops,
tablets) for students -----------------------------
A A
c) Online resources for
students
A A
d) Pedagogical resources for
teachers
A A
e) Digital devices (e.g., laptops,
tablets) for teachers-----------------------------f) Technical support for
teachers
A A
A A
Appendix C – Page 161
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Field Test School Questionnaire
Appendix C – Page 162
Thank You
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Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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U.S. National Items
National Items for TIMSS 2023
Student Qx
The next few questions ask for your opinion about different things, so there are no right or wrong
answers. How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements? 1
Select one answer for each row.
Agree a
lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a. You have a certain amount
of intelligence and you can’t
really do much to change it.
1
2
3
4
b. Your intelligence is
something about you that
you can’t change very
much.
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
d. No matter who you are, you
can change your
intelligence a lot.
1
2
3
4
e. You can always greatly
change how intelligent you
are.
1
2
3
4
f. No matter how much
intelligence you have, you
can always change it quite a
bit.
1
2
3
4
c.
You can learn new things,
but you can’t really change
your basic intelligence.
How many of the following ICT devices are currently used in your home? 2
(Please mark one choice in each row)
None
a)
Desktop or laptop computers
b)
Tablet devices (e.g., iPad, Surface Pro,
Kindle)
One
Two
Three or
more
Source: Middle Grades Longitudinal Study of 2017-18 (MGLS:2017)
Source: International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS) 2023 Proposed Field Test Student
Questionnaire.
1
2
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Six national items for both grades 3
3
Source: 2019 TIMSS Student Questionnaire
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Adaptation for country-specific indicator of wealth: A gaming system (e.g., PlayStation, Nintendo
Switch, Xbox)
Two (2) items that are similar for grade 4 and grade 83
Grade 4
Grade 4
Grade 8
Grade 8
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Teacher
One item that is the same for all teachers 4
One item that is similar for math and science teachers for grade 84
Grade 8 – Math
4
Grade 8 – Science
TIMSS 2019 Teacher Questionnaire
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School
Two items that are the same for all grades 5
5
TIMSS 2019 School Questionnaire
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