TIMSS 2019: How are students doing in science?

By Maria Burke2021-02-22T10:05:00

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Why has attainment decreased in England but stayed the same in Ireland – and what can educators learn from it?

The Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) compares performance in maths and science of pupils aged 9–10 and 13–14 every four years. This article takes a closer look at the 2019 performance of both year 9 students in England and second year pupils in Ireland in science, revealing some interesting insights into why attainment in England has decreased since 2015.

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