TIMSS 2015 is the sixth cycle of internationally comparative assessments dedicated to improving teaching and learning in mathematics and science for students around the world. Carried out every four years at the fourth and eighth grades, TIMSS provides data about trends in mathematics and science achievement over time. In TIMSS 2015, nearly 60 countries participated.
To inform educational policy in the participating countries, this world-wide assessment and research project also routinely collects extensive background information that addresses concerns about the quantity, quality, and content of instruction. For example, TIMSS 2015 collected detailed information about mathematics and science curriculum coverage and implementation, as well as teacher preparation, resource availability, and the use of technology.
- TIMSS 2015 – Countries Participating
- TIMSS 2015 – Schedule
- TIMSS 2015 – Results
- TIMSS 2015 – Downloads
The assessment frameworks for TIMSS 2015 consists of the content domain and the cognitive domain.
Content Domain for Grade 4:
- Mathematics — Number, Geometric Shapes and Measures, Data Display;
- Science — Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science;
Content Domain for Grade 8:
- Mathematics — Number, Algebra, Geometry, Data and Chance;
- Science — Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science;
Cognitive Domain:
- Knowing;
- Applying;
- Reasoning.