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TIMSS 2015 Grades 4 and 8 U.S. Main Study Instruments
TIMSS 2015 Grade 4 Student Questionnaire
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TIMSS 2015 Grade 8 Student Questionnaire
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TIMSS 2015 Grade 4 Teacher Questionnaire
64
TIMSS 2015 Grade 8 Mathematics Teacher Questionnaire
88
TIMSS 2015 Grade 8 Science Teacher Questionnaire
106
TIMSS 2015 Grade 4 School Questionnaire
126
TIMSS 2015 Grade 8 School Questionnaire
138
TIMSS Advanced 2015 Grade 12 U.S. Main Study Instruments
TIMSS Advanced 2015 Student Questionnaire: Advanced Mathematics
150
TIMSS Advanced 2015 Student Questionnaire: Physics
182
TIMSS Advanced 2015 Teacher Questionnaire: Advanced Mathematics
214
TIMSS Advanced 2015 Teacher Questionnaire: Physics
230
TIMSS Advanced 2015 School Questionnaire
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TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Booklet
Grade 4
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
1990 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-5650
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© IEA, 2014
U.S. participation in this study is sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), U.S. Department of Education, and authorized by the Education Science
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submission of this form, write directly to: Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of
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Grade 4
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
1990 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-5650
© IEA, 2014
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Directions
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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 in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
Example 2 is another kind of question you will find in this booklet.
Example 2
How often do you do these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
2
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 ------------------
1
2
3
4
b) I play sports -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) I ride a skateboard ----------------------
1
2
3
4
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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 in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Watching movies is fun ----------------
1
2
3
4
b) I like eating ice cream -----------------
1
2
3
4
c) I do not like waking up early --------
1
2
3
4
d) I enjoy doing chores --------------------
1
2
3
4
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the oval next to or under your answer.
decide to change your answer, completely erase your first choice.
• inIf you
the oval next to or under your new answer.
Then, fill
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
Grade
Grade 4
4 Student
Student Questionnaire
Questionnaire
3
About you
9
1
A. Are you a girl or a boy?
Fill in one oval only.
Girl --
1
Boy --
2
B. Are you Hispanic or Latino?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes, I am Hispanic or Latino --
1
No, I am not Hispanic or Latino --
2
C. Which of the following best describes you?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
4
White --
1
Black or African American --
1
Asian --
1
American Indian or Alaska Native --
1
Native Hawaiian or other
Pacific Islander --
1
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Grade 4 Student Questionnaire
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2
When were you born?
Fill in the ovals next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
a
February -- b
March -- c
April -- d
May -- e
June -- f
July -- g
August -- h
September -- i
October -- j
November -- k
December -- l
2
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b) Year
2002 -2003 -2004 -2005 -2006 -2007 -2008 -Other --
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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5
11
3
A. How often do you speak English at home?
Fill in one oval only.
I always speak
English at home --
1 If Always, please go to question 4
I almost always speak
English at home --
2
I sometimes speak English
and sometimes speak
another language at home --
3
I never speak
English at home --
4
If Almost always, Sometimes, Never,
please go to question 3B
B. What language do you speak at home (other than English)?
Fill in one oval only.
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Spanish --
1
Other --
2
Please specify __________________
Grade 4 Student Questionnaire
3
12
4
About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill in one oval only.
4
None or very few (0–10 books) --
1
This shows 10 books
Enough to fill one shelf (11–25 books) --
2
This shows 25 books
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) --
3
This shows 100 books
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) --
4
This shows 200 books
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) --
5
This shows more than 200 books
Grade 4 Student Questionnaire
Grade 4 Student Questionnaire
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13
5
Do you have any of these things at your home?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
8
Yes
No
a) A computer or tablet of your own ---
1
2
b) A computer or tablet that is shared
with other people at home ------------
1
2
c) Study desk/table for your use --------
1
2
d) Your own room ---------------------------
1
2
e) Internet connection ---------------------
1
2
f)
Your own cell phone ---------------------
1
2
g) A gaming system
(e.g., PlayStation®,
Wii®, XBox®)------------------------------
1
2
h) VCR, DVD, or Blu-ray player --------
1
2
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14
6
A. Was your mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) born in the United States? (“United States”
includes the 50 states, its territories, the District of
Columbia, and U.S. military bases abroad.)
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
I don’t know --
3
B. Was your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)
born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
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Yes --
1
No --
2
I don’t know --
3
Were you born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
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Yes --
1
No --
2
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8
The following questions ask about activities you do
outside of school.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) Do you play on a sports team
outside of school? -------------------------
1
2
b) Do you often play a musical
instrument outside of school? --------
1
2
c) Are you studying something in a
class outside of school? -----------------
1
2
d) Do you belong to a club outside of
school (like Boy/Girl Scouts,
4-H, or Boys and Girls Club)? --------
1
2
9
Are you preparing for or have you participated in a
science club, a science fair, or a science competition?
Fill in one oval only.
10
Yes --
1
No --
2
Have you ever repeated a grade in elementary school?
Fill in one oval only.
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Yes --
1
No --
2
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16
11
A. About how often are you absent from school?
Fill in one oval only.
Once a week or more --
1
Once every two weeks --
2
Once a month --
3
Never or almost never --
4
B. How many days were you absent from school in the
last month?
Fill in one oval only.
12
None --
1
1 or 2 days --
2
3 or 4 days --
3
5 to 10 days --
4
More than 10 days --
5
How often do you eat breakfast on school days?
Fill in one oval only.
8
Every day --
1
Most days --
2
Sometimes --
3
Never or almost never --
4
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17
13
How often do you use a computer or tablet in each of
these places for schoolwork (including classroom
tasks, homework, studying outside of class)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Every day
or almost
every day
12
Once or
twice a
week
Once or
twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) At home ------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) At school ------------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
c) Some other place ------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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Your School
14
18
What do you think about your school? Tell how
much you agree with these statements.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree Disagree
a little
a lot
a) I like being in school -------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------- 1
2
3
4
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----- 1
2
3
4
d) I like to see my classmates
at school ------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Teachers at my school are
fair to me ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) I am proud to go to this school ------- 1
2
3
4
g) I learn a lot in school -------------------- 1
2
3
4
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19
15
During this school year, how often have other
students from your school done any of the following
things to you (including through texting or the
Internet)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
At least
once a
week
14
Once or
twice
a month
A few
times
a year
Never
a) Made fun of me or
called me names -------------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) Left me out of their games
or activities --------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
c) Spread lies about me -------------------- 1
2
3
4
d) Stole something from me -------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Hit or hurt me (e.g., shoving,
hitting, kicking) --------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) Made me do things I didn’t
want to do ---------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
g) Shared embarrassing
information about me ------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) Threatened me ---------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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Mathematics in school
16
20
How much do you agree with these statements
about learning mathematics?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning mathematics -------
1
2
3
4
b) I wish I did not have to study
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Mathematics is boring -----------------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn many interesting
things in mathematics -----------------
1
2
3
4
e) I like mathematics ----------------------
1
2
3
4
I like any schoolwork that
involves numbers ------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) I like to solve mathematics
problems -----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) I look forward to
mathematics lessons -------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
Mathematics is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
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17
How much do you agree with these statements
about your mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I know what my teacher expects
me to do ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
c) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher is good at explaining
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher lets me show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher does a variety of
things to help us learn -----------------
1
2
3
4
f)
162
i)
My teacher tells me how to do
better when I make a mistake ------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher listens to what I
have to say ---------------------------------
1
2
3
4
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4 Student
Questionnaire
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4 Student
Questionnaire
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18
How much do you agree with these statements
about mathematics?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in mathematics ---
1
2
3
4
b) Mathematics is harder for me
than for many of my classmates ----
1
2
3
4
c) I am just not good at mathematics -
1
2
3
4
d) I learn things quickly
in mathematics --------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) Mathematics makes me nervous ----
1
2
3
4
I am good at working out difficult
mathematics problems ----------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher tells me I am good
at mathematics --------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) Mathematics is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
1
2
3
4
i)
1
2
3
4
f)
Mathematics makes me confused ---
Grade
Grade
4 Student
4 Student
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Science in school
19
23
How much do you agree with these statements
about learning science?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning science ---------------
1
2
3
4
b) I wish I did not have to
study science ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Science is boring -------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn many interesting
things in science -------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) I like science ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
I look forward to learning science
in school ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) Science teaches me how things in
the world work ---------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) I like to do science experiments ----
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
18
4
Science is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
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20
How much do you agree with these statements
about your science lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I know what my teacher expects
me to do ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
c) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher is good at
explaining science -----------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher lets me show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher does a variety of things
to help us learn ---------------------------
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
My teacher tells me how to do
better when I make a mistake ------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher listens to what I
have to say ---------------------------------
1
2
3
4
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Grade
4 Student
4 Student
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25
21
How much do you agree with these statements
about science?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in science -----------
1
2
3
4
b) Science is harder for me
than for many of my classmates ----
1
2
3
4
c) I am just not good at science ---------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn things quickly
in science ----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher tells me I am good
at science ----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
Science is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
1
2
3
4
g) Science makes me confused ----------
1
2
3
4
f)
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Grade 44 Student
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Questionnaire
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22
How hard was this test compared to most other tests
you have taken this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Easier than other tests--- 1
About as hard as other tests--- 2
Harder than other tests--- 3
Much harder than other tests--- 4
23
How hard did you try on this test compared to how
hard you tried on most other tests you have
taken this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Not as hard as on other tests--- 1
About as hard as on other tests--- 2
Harder than on other tests--- 3
Much harder than on other tests--- 4
24
How important was it to you to do well on this test?
Fill in one oval only.
Not very important--- 1
Somewhat important--- 2
Important--- 3
Very important--- 4
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TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Booklet
Grade 8
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
1990 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-5650
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© IEA, 2014
U.S. participation in this study is sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), U.S. Department of Education, and authorized by the Education Science Reform
Act of 2002 (20 U.S.C., § 9543). Your responses are protected by federal statute (20 U.S.C., § 9573). Your answers may be used only for statistical purposes and may not be disclosed,
or used, in identifiable form for any other purpose except as required by law.
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control
number. The valid OMB control number for this voluntary information collection is 1850-0695. The time required to complete this information collection is estimated
to average 30 minutes per respondent, including the time to review instructions, and complete and review the information collection. If you have any comments
concerning the accuracy of the time estimate(s), suggestions for improving the form, or comments or concerns regarding the status of your individual
submission of this form, write directly to: Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of
Education, 1990 K Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006. OMB No. 1850-0695, Approval Expires 9/30/2017.
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Washington, DC 20006-5650
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Directions
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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. Fill in the oval 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 in one oval only.
Yes -- A
No -- 2
Example 2
How often do you do these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
2
1
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
2
3
4
b) I play sports -------------------------------
1
A
3
4
c) I ride a skateboard ----------------------
1
2
A
4
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Example 3
What do you think? Tell how much you agree with these
statements.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Watching movies is fun ----------------
1
A
3
4
b) I like eating ice cream -----------------
A
2
3
4
c) I do not like waking up early --------
1
2
A
4
d) I enjoy doing chores --------------------
1
2
3
A
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the oval next to or under your answer.
• If you decide to change your answer, completely erase your first choice.
the oval next to or under your new answer.
Then, fill in
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
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8 Student
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2
About you
37
1
A. Are you a girl or a boy?
Fill in one oval only.
Girl --
1
Boy --
2
B. Are you Hispanic or Latino?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes, I am Hispanic or Latino --
1
No, I am not Hispanic or Latino --
2
C. Which of the following best describes you?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
4
White --
1
Black or African American --
1
Asian --
1
American Indian or Alaska Native --
1
Native Hawaiian or other
Pacific Islander --
1
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2
When were you born?
Fill in the oval next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
a
February -- b
March -- c
April -- d
May -- e
June -- f
July -- g
August -- h
September -- i
October -- j
November -- k
December -- l
2
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b) Year
1997 -1998 -1999 -2000 -2001 -2002 -2003 -2004 -2005 -Other --
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
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3
A. How often do you speak English at home?
Fill in one oval only.
Always --
1
Almost always --
2
Sometimes --
3
Never --
4
If Always, please go to question 4
If Almost always, Sometimes, Never,
please go to question 3B
B. What language do you speak at home (other than
English)?
Fill in one oval only.
6
Spanish --
1
Other --
2
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Please specify __________________
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4
The following questions ask about activities you do
outside of school.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) Do you play on a sports team
outside of school? -------------------------
1
2
b) Do you often play a musical
instrument outside of school? --------
1
2
c) Are you studying something in a
class outside of school? -----------------
1
2
d) Do you belong to a club outside of
school (like Boy/Girl Scouts,
4-H, or Boys and Girls Club)? --------
1
2
5
In this school year, are you preparing for or have you
participated in any of the following activities?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
4
Yes
No
a) Science fair ---------------------------------
1
2
b) Science club --------------------------------
1
2
c) Science competition ---------------------
1
2
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6
About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill in one oval only.
None or very few
(0–10 books) --
1
Enough to fill one shelf
(11–25 books) --
2
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) --
3
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) --
4
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) --
5
7
How many digital information devices are there in your
home? Count computers, tablets, smartphones,
smart TVs, and e-readers. (Do not count other devices.)
Fill in one oval only.
None --
1
1-3 devices -- 2
4-6 devices -- 3
7-10 devices -- 4
More than 10 devices -- 5
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8
Do you have any of these things at your home?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
1
2
1
Study desk/table for your use -------- 1
Your own room ---------------------------- 1
Internet connection --------------------- 1
Your own cell phone --------------------- 1
2
2
2
2
2
a) A computer or tablet of your own --b) A computer or tablet that is shared
with other people at home -----------c)
d)
e)
f)
g) A gaming system
(e.g., PlayStation®, Wii®, XBox®) -h) VCR, DVD, or Blu-ray player
6
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2
2
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9
A. What is the highest level of education completed by
your mother (or stepmother or female legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
B. What is the highest level of education completed by
your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
10
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10
How far in your education do you expect to go?
Fill in one oval only
Finish middle school --
1
Finish high school --
2
Finish Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) --
3
Finish Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) --
4
Finish Master’s degree or
professional degree (MD,
DDS, lawyer, minister) --
5
Finish Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) --
6
11
A. Was your mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
I don’t know --
3
B. Was your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)
born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
8
Yes --
1
No --
2
I don’t know --
3
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45
12
A. Were you born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
(If Yes, go to question 13)
No --
2
If No,
B. If you were not born in the United States, how old
were you when you came to the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
12
Older than 10 years old --
1
5 to 10 years old --
2
Younger than 5 years old --
3
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13
A. About how often are you absent from school?
Fill in one oval only.
Once a week or more --
1
Once every two weeks --
2
Once a month --
3
Never or almost never --
4
B. How many days were you absent from school in the last
month?
Fill in one oval only.
14
None --
1
1 or 2 days --
2
3 or 4 days --
3
5 to 10 days --
4
More than 10 days --
5
Have you ever repeated a grade?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
10
Yes
No
a) In elementary school --------------------
1
2
b) In middle or junior high school ------
1
2
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15
How often do you eat breakfast on school days?
Fill in one oval only.
16
Every day --
1
Most days --
2
Sometimes --
3
Never or almost never --
4
How often do you use a computer or tablet in each of
these places for schoolwork (including classroom tasks,
homework, studying outside of class)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
14
Every day
or almost
every day
Once or
twice a
week
Once or
twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) At home ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) At school -----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Some other place ------------------------
1
2
3
4
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17
Do you use the Internet to do any of the following tasks
for schoolwork (including classroom tasks, homework,
studying outside of class)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) Access the textbook or other
course materials -------------------------
1
2
b) Access assignments posted
online by my teacher -------------------
1
2
c) Collaborate with classmates
on assignments or projects -----------
1
2
d) Communicate with the teacher -----
1
2
e) Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in understanding
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
1
2
f)
12
Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in
understanding science -----------------
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Your School
18
49
What do you think about your school? Tell how much you
agree with these statements.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I like being in school -------------------
1
2
3
4
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------
1
2
3
4
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----
1
2
3
4
d) I like to see my classmates
at school ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) Teachers at my school are
fair to me ----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
I am proud to go to
this school ---------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) I learn a lot in school -------------------
1
2
3
4
f)
16
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50
19
During this school year, how often have other students
from your school done any of the following things to
you (including through texting or the Internet)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
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 -------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) Left me out of their games
or activities --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Spread lies about me -------------------
1
2
3
4
d) Stole something from me -------------
1
2
3
4
e) Hit or hurt me (e.g., shoving,
hitting, kicking) --------------------------
1
2
3
4
Made me do things I didn’t
want to do ---------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) Shared embarrassing information
about me -----------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) Posted embarrassing things
about me online --------------------------
1
2
3
4
i)
1
2
3
4
f)
14
Threatened me ---------------------------
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17
Mathematics in School
20
51
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning mathematics?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning mathematics -------
1
2
3
4
b) I wish I did not have to
study mathematics ---------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Mathematics is boring -----------------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn many interesting
things in mathematics -----------------
1
2
3
4
e) I like mathematics ----------------------
1
2
3
4
I like any schoolwork that
involves numbers ------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) I like to solve
mathematics problems ----------------
1
2
3
4
h) I look forward to
mathematics class ----------------------
1
2
3
4
Mathematics is one of
my favorite subjects -------------------- 1
2
3
4
f)
i)
18
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52
21
How much do you agree with these statements about
your mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I know what my teacher
expects me to do -------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
c) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher is good at explaining
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher lets me show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher does a variety of
things to help us learn -----------------
1
2
3
4
f)
16
i)
My teacher tells me how to do
better when I make a mistake ------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher listens to what
I have to say ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
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19
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22
How much do you agree with these statements about
mathematics?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I usually do well in mathematics ---
1
2
3
4
b) Mathematics is more difficult
for me than for many of
my classmates ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Mathematics is not one of
my strengths ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn things quickly
in mathematics --------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) Mathematics makes me
nervous -------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
I am good at working out
difficult mathematics problems -----
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher tells me I am good at
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) Mathematics is harder for me
than any other subject -----------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
20
Mathematics makes me
confused ------------------------------------
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17
54
23
How much do you agree with these statements about
mathematics?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I think learning mathematics will
help me in my daily life ---------------
1
2
3
4
b) I need mathematics to learn other
school subjects ---------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) I need to do well in mathematics
to get into the college or university
of my choice -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) I need to do well in mathematics
to get the job I want --------------------
1
2
3
4
e) I would like a job that involves
using mathematics ---------------------
1
2
3
4
It is important to learn about
mathematics to get ahead
in the world -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) Learning mathematics will
give me more job opportunities
when I am an adult ---------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
18
It is important to do well in
mathematics ------------------------------
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21
Science in School
24
55
How much do you agree with these statements about
learning science?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy learning science ---------------
1
2
3
4
b) I wish I did not have to study
science --------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) Science is boring -------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) I learn many interesting
things in science -------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) I like science ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
I look forward to learning
science in school -------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) Science teaches me how things
in the world work -----------------------
1
2
3
4
h) I like to conduct science
experiments -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
22
Science is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
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56
25
How much do you agree with these statements about
your science lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I know what my teacher
expects me to do -------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
c) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
d) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher is good at explaining
science --------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher lets me show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher does a variety of
things to help us learn -----------------
1
2
3
4
f)
20
i)
My teacher tells me how to do
better when I make a mistake ------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher listens to what
I have to say ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
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57
26
How much do you agree with these statements about
science?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
24
Agree
a little
Disagree Disagree
a little
a lot
a) I usually do well in science ------------ 1
2
3
4
b) Science is more difficult for me
than for many of my classmates ----- 1
2
3
4
c) Science is not one of
my strengths ------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
d) I learn things quickly
in science ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
e) I am good at working out
difficult science problems -------------- 1
2
3
4
f) My teacher tells me I am good
at science ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
g) Science is harder for me than
any other subject ------------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) Science makes me confused ----------- 1
2
3
4
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27
How much do you agree with these statements about
science?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree Disagree
a little
a lot
a) I think learning science will help
me in my daily life ----------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) I need science to learn other
school subjects ---------------------------- 1
2
3
4
c) I need to do well in science to get
into the college or university of
my choice ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
d) I need to do well in science to get
the job I want ------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
e) I would like a job that involves
using science ------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) It is important to learn about
science to get ahead in
the world ------------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
g) Learning science will give me
more job opportunities when
I am an adult ------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
h) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in
science --------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
i) It is important to do well
in science------------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
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Homework
59
28
A. How often does your teacher give you homework in the
following subjects?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Less
3 or 4
1 or 2
than
Every times times once
day
a week
a week
a week
Never
a) Mathematics ------------ 1
2
3
4
5
b) Science -------------------- 1
2
3
4
5
B. When your teacher gives you homework in the following
subjects, about how many minutes do you usually spend
on your homework?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
My teacher
never
gives me More
homework
1–15 16–30 31–60 61–90 than 90
in...
minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes
26
a) Mathematics ------------ 1
2
3
4
5
6
b) Science -------------------- 1
2
3
4
5
6
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29
A. During the last 12 months, have you attended
extra lessons or tutoring not provided by the school in the
following subjects?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes, to
excel in
class
Yes, to
keep up
in class
No
a) Mathematics ------------------------------- 1
2
3
b) Science --------------------------------------- 1
2
3
B. For how many of the last 12 months have you attended
extra lessons or tutoring?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Did not
attend
Less than
4 months
4–8
months
More than
8 months
a) Mathematics ------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) Science --------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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61
30
How hard was this test compared to most other
tests you have taken this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Easier than other tests--- 1
About as hard as other tests--- 2
Harder than other tests--- 3
Much harder than other tests--- 4
31
How hard did you try on this test compared to how
hard you tried on most other tests you have taken
this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Not as hard as on other tests--- 1
About as hard as on other tests--- 2
Harder than on other tests--- 3
Much harder than on other tests--- 4
32
How important was it to you to do well on this test?
Fill in one oval only.
Not very important--- 1
Somewhat important--- 2
Important--- 3
28
Very important--- 4
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Thank You!
Thank you for filling out the questionnaire!
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Grade 8
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Teacher
Questionnaire
Grade 4
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will be combined with those from other participants to
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About You
66
1
5
What year did you start teaching?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_____________
Fill in one circle only.
Please write in a year.
Did not complete high school --- 1
High school graduate --- 2
2
(If you have not completed more
than high school, go to question 7)
At the end of this school year, how many years will
you have taught altogether?
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) --- 3
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) --- 4
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) --- 5
3
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) --- 6
Are you female or male?
6
Fill in one circle only.
1
Male --- 2
Female ---
A. During your college or university education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
1
b) Education—Secondary ------------------------- 1
c) Mathematics ------------------------------------- 1
d) Science ------------------------------------------- 1
e) English ------------------------------------------- 1
f) Other --------------------------------------------- 1
a) Education—Primary/Elementary --------------
4
How old are you?
Fill in one circle only.
1
25–29 --- 2
30–39 --- 3
40–49 --- 4
50–59 --- 5
60 or more --- 6
Under 25 ---
2
2
2
2
2
2
B. If your major or main area of study was education,
did you have a specialization in any of the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
1
b) Science ------------------------------------------- 1
c) Language/reading ------------------------------- 1
d) Other subject ------------------------------------ 1
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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2
2
2
13
School Emphasis on Academic Success
67
7
How would you characterize each of the following within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
High
Medium
Medium
Low
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- 1
24
2 3 4 5
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- 1
2 3 4 5
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ 1
2 3 4 5
Very
low
k) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
l) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- 1
2 3 4 5
m) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
in school ----------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
n) Clarity of the school’s
educational objectives --------- 1
2 3 4 5
o) Collaboration between
school leadership and
teachers to plan instruction --- 1
2 3 4 5
d) Teachers working together
to improve student
achievement ------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
e) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- 1
2 3 4 5
f) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- 1
2 3 4 5
g) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ 1
p) Amount of instructional
support provided to teachers
by school leadership ----------- 1
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
h) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- 1
q) School leadership’s
support for teachers’
professional development ----- 1
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
i) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
j) Parental pressure for the
school to maintain high
academic standards ----------- 1
2 3 4 5
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School Environment
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8
9
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
In your current school, how severe is each problem?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Minor problem
Agree a lot
Moderate problem
Agree a little
Serious
problem
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ----------- 1
2 3 4
b) I feel safe at this school -------- 1 2 3 4
a) The school building needs
significant repair -------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Teachers do not have
adequate workspace (e.g., for
preparation, collaboration,
or meeting with students) ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Teachers do not have
adequate instructional
materials and supplies -------- 1
2 3 4
d) The school classrooms are
not cleaned often enough ----- 1
2 3 4
e) The school classrooms need
maintenance work ------------ 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- 1
2 3 4
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- 1
2 3 4
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- 1
2 3 4
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- 1
2 3 4
f) Teachers do not have
adequate technological
resources ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Teachers do not have
adequate support for
using technology -------------- 1
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- 1
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About Being a Teacher
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10
11
How often do you have the following types of
interactions with other teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
How often do you feel the following way
about being a teacher?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
Often
Often
Sometimes
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
Never or
almost never
a) Discuss how to teach
a particular topic -------------- 1
b) Collaborate in planning
and preparing instructional
materials ----------------------- 1
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2 3 4
2 3 4
c) Share what I have
learned about my
teaching experiences ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Visit another classroom
to learn more about teaching - 1
2 3 4
e) Work together to
try out new ideas -------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Work as a group on
implementing the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work with teachers from
other grades to ensure
continuity in learning --------- 1
2 3 4
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a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- 1
2 3 4
b) I am satisfied with being
a teacher at this school -------- 1
2 3 4
c) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- 1
2 3 4
d) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) My work inspires me ----------- 1 2 3 4
f) I am proud of the work I do --- 1 2 3 4
g) I am going to continue
teaching for as long as I can --- 1
2 3 4
About Teaching the
TIMSS Class
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13
Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree
with each of the following statements.
A. How many students are in this class?
_____________ students
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Write in the number.
Agree a lot
Agree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
B. How many of the students in question 13A are in
fourth-grade?
_____________ fourth-grade students
Write in the number.
14
How many fourth-grade students experience
difficulties understanding spoken English?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ 1
2 3 4
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
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16
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not at all
About half the lessons
Some
Some lessons
Never
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A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ 1
2 3
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- 1
2 3
a) Relate the lesson to
students’ daily lives ------------ 1
2 3 4
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Bring interesting materials
to class ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises
that require them to
go beyond the instruction ----- 1
2 3 4
f) Students with physical
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- 1
2 3 4
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ 1
2 3 4
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- 1
2 3 4
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c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- 1
2 3
d) Disruptive students ------------ 1 2 3
e) Uninterested students --------- 1 2 3
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19
Questions 17 - 19 ask about mathematics
instruction for the fourth-grade students in the
TIMSS class.
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
17
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching mathematics to the students in this class?
Some lessons
Never
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
18
In teaching mathematics to this class, how would
you characterize your confidence in doing the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
Medium
Low
a) Inspiring students
to learn mathematics ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) Showing students a variety of
problem solving strategies ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging
tasks for the highest
achieving students ------------ 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ----- 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning
mathematics ------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension
of mathematics ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making mathematics
relevant to students ----------- 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order
thinking skills ------------------ 1
2 3 4
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Work problems (individually or
with peers) with my guidance - 1
2 3 4
e) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Work problems (individually or
with peers) while I am
occupied by other tasks ------- 1
2
g) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1 2
h) Work in mixed ability groups -- 1 2
i) Work in same ability groups -- 1 2
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Using Calculators and Computers for
Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
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Questions 20 - 21 ask about resources for
teaching mathematics to the fourth-grade
students in the TIMSS class.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
mathematics lessons?
Fill in one circle only.
20
1
No --- 2
Yes --Are the students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
(If No, go to question 22)
Fill in one circle only.
Yes, with unrestricted use --- 1
If Yes,
Yes, with restricted use --- 2
No, calculators are not permitted --- 3
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
1 2
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
1 2
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
1 2
C. How often do you have the students do the
following activities on computers during
mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Explore mathematics
principles and concepts -------- 1
2 3 4
b) Practice skills and procedures - 1 2 3 4
c) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
10
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
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Question 22 asks about the topics taught and the content covered in teaching mathematics to the
fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
22
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS mathematics test. Choose the response that
best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the curriculum before
the fourth-grade, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not yet
completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet
taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Number
a) Concepts of whole numbers, including place value and ordering ----------------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and/or dividing with whole numbers --------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Concepts of multiples and factors; odd and even numbers ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1
d) Concepts of fractions (fractions as parts of a whole or of a collection, or as a location on a number line) ----------------- 1
e) Adding and subtracting with fractions, comparing and ordering fractions ------------------------------------------------- 1
f) Concepts of decimals, including place value and ordering, adding and subtracting with decimals ----------------------- 1
g) Number sentences (finding the missing number, modeling simple situations with number sentences) ------------------ 1
h) Number patterns (extending number patterns and finding missing terms) ------------------------------------------------ 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
B. Geometric Shapes and Measures
a) Lines: measuring, estimating length of; parallel and perpendicular lines -------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Comparing and drawing angles ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Using informal coordinate systems to locate points in a plane (e.g., in square B4) ----------------------------------------- 1
d) Elementary properties of common geometric shapes ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
e) Reflections and rotations ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
f) Relationships between two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes ------------------------------------------------- 1
g) Finding and estimating areas, perimeters, and volumes -------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
C. Data Display
a) Reading and representing data from tables, pictographs, bar graphs, or pie charts --------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Drawing conclusions from data displays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
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Mathematics Homework for
the TIMSS Class
Mathematics Assessment of
the TIMSS Class
Question 24 asks about mathematics
assessment for the fourth-grade students in the
TIMSS class.
Question 23 asks about mathematics homework
for the fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
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24
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
Fill in one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
How much emphasis do you place on the
following sources to monitor students’ progress in
mathematics?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
1
Major emphasis
(Go to question 24)
Some emphasis
Little or no
emphasis
2
1 or 2 times a week --- 3
3 or 4 times a week --- 4
Every day --- 5
Less than once a week ---
B. When you assign mathematics homework to the
students in this class, about how many minutes
do you usually assign? (Consider the time it would
take an average student in your class.)
Fill in one circle only.
1
16–30 minutes --- 2
31–60 minutes --- 3
More than 60 minutes --- 4
15 minutes or less ---
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
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a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
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a) Assessment of students’
ongoing work ------------------ 1
2 3
b) Classroom tests (for
example, teacher-made or
textbook tests) ---------------- 1
2 3
c) State or district
achievement tests ------------- 1
2 3
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In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
1 2
b) Mathematics pedagogy/instruction ------------ 1 2
c) Mathematics curriculum ------------------------ 1 2
a) Mathematics content ----------------------------
d) Integrating information
technology into mathematics -------------------
Fill in one circle only.
1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
1 2
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
problem solving skills ---------------------------
1 2
f) Mathematics assessment ----------------------- 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs ---------- 1 2
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27
How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following mathematics topics?
If a topic is not in the fourth-grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
A. Number
a) Concepts of whole numbers, including place value and ordering ----------------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and/or dividing with whole numbers --------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Concepts of multiples and factors; odd and even numbers ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1
d) Concepts of fractions (fractions as parts of a whole or of a collection, or as a location on a number line) ----------------- 1
e) Adding and subtracting with fractions, comparing and ordering fractions ------------------------------------------------- 1
f) Concepts of decimals, including place value and ordering, adding and subtracting with decimals ----------------------- 1
g) Number sentences (finding the missing number, modeling simple situations with number sentences) ------------------ 1
h) Number patterns (extending number patterns and finding missing terms) ------------------------------------------------ 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
B. Geometric Shapes and Measures
a) Lines: measuring, estimating length of; parallel and perpendicular lines -------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Comparing and drawing angles ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Using informal coordinate systems to locate points in a plane (e.g., in square B4) ----------------------------------------- 1
d) Elementary properties of common geometric shapes ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
e) Reflections and rotations ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
f) Relationships between two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes ------------------------------------------------- 1
g) Finding and estimating areas, perimeters, and volumes -------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
C. Data Display
a) Reading and representing data from tables, pictographs, bar graphs, or pie charts --------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Drawing conclusions from data displays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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29
Questions 28 - 30 ask about science instruction
for the fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
In teaching science to this class, how would you
characterize your confidence in doing the following?
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Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
A. Is science taught mainly as a separate subject (i.e.,
not integrated with other subjects) to the students
in this class?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
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.
High
Medium
Low
a) Inspiring students
to learn science ---------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Explaining science concepts
or principles by doing
science experiments ----------- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging tasks
for the highest
achieving students ------------ 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ----- 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning
science ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension of science ----- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making science
relevant to students ----------- 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order
thinking skills ------------------ 1
2 3 4
j) Teaching science using inquiry
methods ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
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Question 31 asks about resources for teaching
science to the fourth-grade students in the
TIMSS class.
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
31
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
science lessons?
Never
a) Listen to me explain
new science content ----------- 1
b) Observe natural phenomena
such as the weather or a
plant growing and describe
what they see ------------------ 1
c) Watch me demonstrate an
experiment or investigation --- 1
d) Design or plan experiments
or investigations --------------- 1
e) Conduct experiments or
investigations ------------------ 1
f) Present data from
experiments or investigations - 1
g) Interpret data from
experiments or investigations - 1
2 3 4
If Yes,
2 3 4
B. What access do the students have to computers?
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 16
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
2 3 4
i) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------ 1
1
l) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1
m) Work in mixed ability groups -- 1
n) Work in same ability groups -- 1
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 32)
2 3 4
k) Do field work outside the class
Fill in one circle only.
2 3 4
h) Use evidence from experiments
or investigations to support
conclusions -------------------- 1
j) Have students memorize
facts and principles ------------ 1
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2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
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a) Each student has a computer --------------------
1 2
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
1 2
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
1 2
C. How often do you have the students do the
following activities on computers during
science lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Practice skills and procedures - 1
2 3 4
b) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Do scientific procedures
or experiments ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Study natural phenomena
through simulations ----------- 1
2 3 4
Science Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
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Question 32 asks about the topics taught and the content covered in teaching science to the
fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
32
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS science test. Choose the response that best describes when
the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the curriculum before the fourth-grade, please choose
“Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not yet completed, please choose “Mostly taught this
year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Life Science
a) Characteristics of living things and the major groups of living things (e.g., mammals, birds, insects,
flowering plants) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
e) How physical features and behaviors help living things survive in their environments ------------------------------------ 1
2
2
2
2
2
f) Relationships in communities and ecosystems (e.g., simple food chains, predator-prey relationships,
human impacts on the environment) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
g) Human health (transmission and prevention of diseases, symptoms of health and illness, importance of a
healthy diet and exercise) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Major body structures and their functions in humans, other animals, and plants ------------------------------------------ 1
c) Life cycles of common plants and animals (e.g., humans, butterflies, frogs, flowering plants) ---------------------------- 1
d) Understanding that some characteristics are inherited and some are the result of the environment ---------------------- 1
3
3
3
3
3
B. Physical Science
a) States of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and properties of the states of matter (volume, shape); how the state of
matter changes by heating or cooling ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Classifying materials based on physical properties (e.g., weight/mass, volume, conducting heat,
conducting electricity, magnetic attraction) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Mixtures and how to separate a mixture into its components (e.g., sifting, filtering, evaporation, using a magnet) ----- 1 2 3
d) Chemical changes in everyday life (e.g., decaying, burning, rusting, cooking) --------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
e) Common sources of energy (e.g., the Sun, electricity, wind) and uses of energy (heating and cooling homes,
providing light) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
f) Light and sound in everyday life (e.g., understanding shadows and reflection, understanding that vibrating objects
make sound) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
g) Electricity and simple circuits (e.g., identifying materials that are conductors, recognizing that electricity can be
changed to light or sound, knowing that a circuit must be complete to work correctly) ----------------------------------- 1
2 3
h) Properties of magnets (e.g., knowing that like poles repel and opposite poles attract, recognizing that magnets
can attract some objects) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
i)
2 3
Forces that cause objects to move (e.g., gravity, pushing/pulling) ---------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
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(continued)
Choose the response that best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the
curriculum before the fourth-grade, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not
yet completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet taught or just
introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
C. Earth Science
a) Common features of the Earth’s landscape (e.g., mountains, plains, deserts, rivers, oceans) and their relationship to
human use (farming, irrigation, land development) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
b) Where water is found on the Earth and how it moves in and out of the air (e.g., evaporation, rainfall, cloud formation,
dew formation) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Understanding that weather can change from day to day, from season to season, and by geographic location ---------- 1 2 3
d) Understanding what fossils are and what they can tell us about past conditions on Earth--------------------------------- 1 2 3
e) Objects in the solar system (the Sun, the Earth, the Moon, and other planets) and their movements (the Earth and
other planets revolve around the Sun, the Moon revolves around the Earth) ----------------------------------------------- 1
f) Understanding how day and night result from the Earth’s rotation on its axis and how the Earth’s rotation results in
changing shadows throughout the day -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
2 3
g) Understanding how seasons are related to the Earth’s annual movement around the Sun -------------------------------- 1 2 3
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for the TIMSS Class
Science Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
Question 33 asks about science homework for
the fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
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Question 34 asks about science assessment for
the fourth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
34
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
How much emphasis do you place on the following
sources to monitor students’ progress in science?
Fill in one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework ---
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Major emphasis
1
Some emphasis
(Go to question 34)
2
1 or 2 times a week --- 3
3 or 4 times a week --- 4
Every day --- 5
Less than once a week ---
B. When you assign science homework to the
students in this class, about how many minutes
do you usually assign? (Consider the time it would
take an average student in your class.)
Little or no
emphasis
a) Assessment of students’
ongoing work ------------------ 1
2 3
b) Classroom tests (for
example, teacher-made or
textbook tests) ---------------- 1
2 3
c) State or district
achievement tests ------------- 1
2 3
Fill in one circle only.
1
16–30 minutes --- 2
31–60 minutes --- 3
More than 60 minutes --- 4
15 minutes or less ---
C. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
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36
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for science?
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
1 2
b) Science pedagogy/instruction ------------------ 1 2
c) Science curriculum ------------------------------ 1 2
a) Science content ----------------------------------
d) Integrating information
technology into science -------------------------
1 2
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
inquiry skills -------------------------------------
1 2
f) Science assessment ------------------------------ 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs ---------- 1 2
h) Integrating science with other subjects
(e.g., mathematics, technology)-----------------
20
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1 2
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Fill in one circle only.
1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
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How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following science topics?
If a topic is not in the fourth-grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
A. Life Science
a) Characteristics of living things and the major groups of living things (e.g., mammals, birds, insects,
flowering plants)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
e) How physical features and behaviors help living things survive in their environments ------------------------------------ 1
2
2
2
2
2
f) Relationships in communities and ecosystems (e.g., simple food chains, predator-prey relationships,
human impacts on the environment) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Human health (transmission and prevention of diseases, symptoms of health and illness, importance of a
healthy diet and exercise) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Major body structures and their functions in humans, other animals, and plants ------------------------------------------ 1
c) Life cycles of common plants and animals (e.g., humans, butterflies, frogs, flowering plants) ---------------------------- 1
d) Understanding that some characteristics are inherited and some are the result of the environment ---------------------- 1
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
B. Physical Science
a) States of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and properties of the states of matter (volume, shape); how the state of
matter changes by heating or cooling ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Classifying materials based on physical properties (e.g., weight/mass, volume, conducting heat,
conducting electricity, magnetic attraction) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Mixtures and how to separate a mixture into its components (e.g., sifting, filtering, evaporation, using a magnet) ----- 1 2 3 4
d) Chemical changes in everyday life (e.g., decaying, burning, rusting, cooking) --------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
e) Common sources of energy (e.g., the Sun, electricity, wind) and uses of energy (heating and cooling homes,
providing light) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Light and sound in everyday life (e.g., understanding shadows and reflection, understanding that vibrating objects
make sound) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3 4
g) Electricity and simple circuits (e.g., identifying materials that are conductors, recognizing that electricity can be
changed to light or sound, knowing that a circuit must be complete to work correctly) ----------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) Properties of magnets (e.g., knowing that like poles repel and opposite poles attract, recognizing that magnets
can attract some objects) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
i)
2 3 4
Forces that cause objects to move (e.g., gravity, pushing/pulling) ---------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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(continued)
How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following science topics?
If a topic is not in the fourth-grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
C. Earth Science
a) Common features of the Earth’s landscape (e.g., mountains, plains, deserts, rivers, oceans) and their relationship to
human use (farming, irrigation, land development) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3 4
b) Where water is found on the Earth and how it moves in and out of the air (e.g., evaporation, rainfall, cloud formation,
dew formation) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Understanding that weather can change from day to day, from season to season, and by geographic location ---------- 1 2 3 4
d) Understanding what fossils are and what they can tell us about past conditions on Earth--------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
e) Objects in the solar system (the Sun, the Earth, the Moon, and other planets) and their movements (the Earth and
other planets revolve around the Sun, the Moon revolves around the Earth) ----------------------------------------------- 1
f) Understanding how day and night result from the Earth’s rotation on its axis and how the Earth’s rotation results in
changing shadows throughout the day -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
g) Understanding how seasons are related to the Earth’s annual movement around the Sun -------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
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Grade 8
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About You
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1
5
What year did you start teaching?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_____________
Fill in one circle only.
Please write in a year.
1
High school graduate --- 2
Did not complete high school ---
(If you have not completed more
than high school, go to question 7)
2
At the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) ---
3
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) ---
4
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) ---
5
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) --- 6
3
Are you female or male?
Fill in one circle only.
1
Male --- 2
Female ---
6
During your college or university education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
4
Yes
No
How old are you?
Fill in one circle only.
1
25–29 --- 2
30–39 --- 3
40–49 --- 4
50–59 --- 5
60 or more --- 6
Under 25 ---
1
b) Biology ------------------------------------------- 1
c) Physics ------------------------------------------- 1
d) Chemistry ---------------------------------------- 1
e) Earth Science ------------------------------------ 1
f) Education–Mathematics ------------------------ 1
g) Education–Science ------------------------------ 1
h) Education–General ------------------------------ 1
i) Other --------------------------------------------- 1
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
13
School Emphasis on Academic Success
91
7
How would you characterize each of the following within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
High
Medium
Medium
Low
Low
Very
low
Very
low
a) Teachers' understanding
of the school's curricular
goals --------------------------- 1
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- 1
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ 1
24
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
k) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
l) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- 1
2 3 4 5
m) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
in school ----------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
n) Clarity of the school’s
educational objectives -------- 1
2 3 4 5
o) Collaboration between
school leadership and
teachers to plan instruction --- 1
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
d) Teachers working together
to improve student
achievement ------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
e) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- 1
2 3 4 5
f) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- 1
2 3 4 5
p) Amount of instructional
support provided to teachers
by school leadership ----------- 1
g) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
q) School leadership’s
support for teachers’
professional development ----- 1
h) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
i) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
j) Parental pressure for the
school to maintain high
academic standards ----------- 1
2 3 4 5
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School Environment
92
8
9
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
In your current school, how severe is each problem?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Agree a lot
Moderate problem
Agree a little
Serious
problem
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) I feel safe at this school -------- 1 2 3 4
a) The school building needs
significant repair -------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Teachers do not have
adequate workspace (e.g., for
preparation, collaboration,
or meeting with students) ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Teachers do not have
adequate instructional
materials and supplies -------- 1
2 3 4
d) The school classrooms are
not cleaned often enough ----- 1
2 3 4
e) The school classrooms need
maintenance work ------------ 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- 1
2 3 4
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- 1
2 3 4
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- 1
2 3 4
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- 1
2 3 4
f) Teachers do not have
adequate technological
resources ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Teachers do not have
adequate support for
using technology -------------- 1
h) This school’s rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- 1
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About Being a Teacher
93
10
11
How often do you have the following types of
interactions with other teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
How often do you feel the following way
about being a teacher?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
Often
Often
Sometimes
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
Never or
almost
never
a) Discuss how to teach
a particular topic -------------- 1
b) Collaborate in planning
and preparing instructional
materials ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- 1
2 3 4
b) I am satisfied with being
a teacher at this school -------- 1
2 3 4
c) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- 1
2 3 4
c) Share what I have
learned about my
teaching experiences ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Visit another classroom
to learn more about teaching - 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) My work inspires me ----------- 1 2 3 4
2 3 4
f) I am proud of the
work I do ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I am going to continue
teaching for as long as I can --- 1
2 3 4
e) Work together to
try out new ideas -------------- 1
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2 3 4
f) Work as a group on
implementing the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work with teachers from
other grades to ensure
continuity in learning --------- 1
2 3 4
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d) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ 1
94
12
Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree
with each of the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Agree a lot
Agree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ 1
2 3 4
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) I have too many
administrative tasks ----------- 1
2 3 4
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About Teaching the TIMSS Class
Questions 13 -16 ask about instruction for the
eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
13
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16
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
How many students are in this class?
Not at all
Some
_____________ students
A lot
Write in the number.
14
How many eighth-grade students experience
difficulties understanding spoken English?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
15
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ 1
2 3
b) Students suffering from lack
of basic nutrition --------------- 1
2 3
c) Students suffering from not
enough sleep ------------------- 1
2 3
d) Disruptive students ------------ 1 2 3
e) Uninterested students --------- 1 2 3
f) Students with physical
disabilities ---------------------- 1
2 3
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
disabilities ---------------------- 1
2 3
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
8
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- 1
2 3 4
f) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ 1
2 3 4
g) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- 1
2 3 4
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Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
96
19
Questions 17 - 20 ask about mathematics
instruction for the eighth-grade students in the
TIMSS class.
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
17
About half the lessons
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching mathematics to the students in this class?
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
18
In teaching mathematics to this class, how would
you characterize your confidence in doing the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
Medium
Low
a) Inspiring students to learn
mathematics ------------------- 1
2
2 3 4
b) Showing students a variety of
problem solving strategies ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging tasks
for the highest achieving
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ------ 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning
mathematics ------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension of
mathematics ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making mathematics
relevant to students ----------- 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order
thinking skills ------------------ 1
2 3 4
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ----------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Work problems (individually
or with peers) with my
guidance ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Work problems together in
the whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Work problems (individually
or with peers) while I am
occupied by other tasks -------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work on problems for which
there is no immediately
obvious method of solution --- 1
2
h) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1 2
i) Work in mixed ability groups -- 1 2
j) Work in same ability groups --- 1 2
3
3
3
3
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Grade 8 Teacher Questionnaire — Mathematics
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4
4
4
9
97
20
Which best describes the mathematics course you
are teaching to the class with the TIMSS students?
Fill in one circle only.
a) Basic or general eighth-grade math
(not algebra or pre-algebra) ---------------------
1
b) Pre-algebra or introduction to algebra ---------- 2
c) Two-year pre-algebra----------------------------- 3
d) Algebra I (one-year course) ---------------------- 4
e) Algebra I (first year of a two-year
Algebra I course) ---------------------------------
5
f) Algebra I (second year of two-year
Algebra I course) ---------------------------------
6
g) Geometry ----------------------------------------- 7
h) Algebra II ----------------------------------------- 8
i) Integrated or sequential math -------------------- 9
j) Other math class ---------------------------------- 0
10
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Grade 8 Teacher Questionnaire — Mathematics
3
Using Calculators and Computers for Teaching Mathematics
to the TIMSS Class
98
22
Questions 21 - 22 ask about resources for
teaching mathematics to the eighth-grade
students in the TIMSS class.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
mathematics lessons?
Fill in one circle only.
21
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
A. Are the students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
(If No, go to question 23)
Fill in one circle only.
1
Yes, with restricted use --- 2
If Yes,
Yes, with unrestricted use ---
No, calculators
are not permitted ---
B. What access do the students have to computers?
3
Fill in only one circle for each row.
(If No, go to question 22)
Yes
No
If Yes,
B. How often do students in this class use calculators
in their mathematics lessons for the following
activities?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Check answers ----------------- 1
2
b) Do routine computations ------ 1 2
c) Solve complex problems ------- 1 2
d) Explore number concepts ------ 1 2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
a) Each student has a computer -------------------
1 2
b) The class has computers that students
can share -----------------------------------------
1 2
c) The school has computers that the class
can use sometimes ------------------------------
1 2
C. How often do you have the students do the
following activities on computers during
mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Explore mathematics
principles and concepts -------- 1
2 3 4
b) Practice skills and procedures - 1 2 3 4
c) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Process and analyze data ------ 1 2 3 4
4
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
99
Question 23 asks about the topics taught and the content covered in teaching mathematics to the
eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
23
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS mathematics test. Choose the response that
best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the curriculum before
the eighth-grade, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not yet
completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet
taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Number
a) Computing with whole numbers --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Comparing and ordering rational numbers ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Computing with rational numbers (fractions, decimals, and integers) ----------------------------------------------------- 1
d) Concepts of irrational numbers ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
e) Problem solving involving percents or proportions -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
B. Algebra
a) Simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
b) Simple linear equations and inequalities ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
c) Simultaneous (two variables) equations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
d) Numeric, algebraic, and geometric patterns or sequences (extension, missing terms, generalization of patterns) ------- 1
e) Representation of functions as ordered pairs, tables, graphs, words, or equations ----------------------------------------- 1
f) Properties of functions (slopes, intercepts, etc.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
C. Geometry
a) Geometric properties of angles and geometric shapes (triangles, quadrilaterals, and other common polygons) --------- 1
b) Congruent figures and similar triangles -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Relationship between three-dimensional shapes and their two-dimensional representations---------------------------- 1
d) Using appropriate measurement formulas for perimeters, circumferences, areas, surface areas, and volumes ----------- 1
e) Points on the Cartesian plane------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
f) Translation, reflection, and rotation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
D. Data and Chance
a) Characteristics of data sets (mean, median, mode, and shape of distributions) -------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Interpreting data sets (e.g., draw conclusions, make predictions, and estimate values between and
beyond given data points) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Judging, predicting, and determining the chances of possible outcomes --------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
12
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Grade 8 Teacher Questionnaire — Mathematics
5
Mathematics Homework
for the TIMSS Class
24
Mathematics Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
Question 24 asks about mathematics homework
for the eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
Fill in one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
1
100
Question 25 asks about mathematics
assessment for the eighth-grade students in the
TIMSS class.
25
How much emphasis do you place on the
following sources to monitor students’ progress in
mathematics?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
(Go to question 25)
2
1 or 2 times a week --- 3
3 or 4 times a week --- 4
Every day --- 5
Major emphasis
Some emphasis
Less than once a week ---
Little or no
emphasis
B. When you assign mathematics homework to the
students in this class, about how many minutes do
you usually assign? (Consider the time it would take
an average student in your class.)
a) Assessment of students’
ongoing work ------------------ 1
2 3
b) Classroom tests (for
example, teacher-made or
textbook tests) ----------------- 1
2 3
c) State or district
achievement tests-------------- 1
2 3
Fill in one circle only.
1
16–30 minutes --- 2
31–60 minutes --- 3
61–90 minutes --- 4
More than 90 minutes --- 5
15 minutes or less ---
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
6
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- 1
2 3
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- 1
2 3
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Grade 8 Teacher Questionnaire — Mathematics
13
Preparation to Teach Mathematics
26
101
27
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in one circle only.
Yes
No
1 2
b) Mathematics pedagogy/instruction ------------- 1 2
c) Mathematics curriculum ------------------------- 1 2
a) Mathematics content ----------------------------
d) Integrating information
technology into mathematics -------------------
1 2
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----------------------------
1 2
f) Mathematics assessment ------------------------ 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs ---------- 1 2
14
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
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1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
102
28
How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following mathematics topics?
If a topic is not in the eighth-grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
A. Number
a) Computing with whole numbers---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Comparing and ordering rational numbers----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Computing with rational numbers (fractions, decimals, and integers)------------------------------------------------------ 1 2 3 4
d) Concepts of irrational numbers------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2 3 4
e) Problem solving involving percents or proportions--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
B. Algebra
a) Simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Simple linear equations and inequalities------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Simultaneous (two variables) equations-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
d) Numeric, algebraic, and geometric patterns or sequences (extension, missing terms, generalization of patterns)-------- 1 2 3 4
e) Representation of functions as ordered pairs, tables, graphs, words, or equations------------------------------------------ 1 2 3 4
f) Properties of functions (slopes, intercepts, etc.)------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2 3 4
C. Geometry
a) Geometric properties of angles and geometric shapes (triangles, quadrilaterals, and other common polygons)---------- 1 2 3 4
b) Congruent figures and similar triangles--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Relationship between three-dimensional shapes and their two-dimensional representations---------------------------- 1 2 3 4
d) Using appropriate measurement formulas for perimeters, circumferences, areas, surface areas, and volumes------------ 1 2 3 4
e) Points on the Cartesian plane-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
f) Translation, reflection, and rotation------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
D. Data and Chance
a) Characteristics of data sets (mean, median, mode, and shape of distributions)--------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Interpreting data sets (e.g., draw conclusions, make predictions, and estimate values between and
beyond given data points)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Judging, predicting, and determining the chances of possible outcomes---------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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About You
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1
5
What year did you start teaching?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_____________
Fill in one circle only.
Please write in a year.
1
High school graduate --- 2
Did not complete high school ---
(If you have not completed more
than high school, go to question 7)
2
At the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) ---
3
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) ---
4
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) ---
5
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) --- 6
3
Are you female or male?
Fill in one circle only.
1
Male --- 2
Female ---
6
During your college or university education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
4
Yes
No
How old are you?
Fill in one circle only.
1
25–29 --- 2
30–39 --- 3
40–49 --- 4
50–59 --- 5
60 or more --- 6
Under 25 ---
1
b) Biology ------------------------------------------- 1
c) Physics ------------------------------------------- 1
d) Chemistry ---------------------------------------- 1
e) Earth Science ------------------------------------ 1
f) Education–Mathematics ------------------------ 1
g) Education–Science ------------------------------ 1
h) Education–General ------------------------------ 1
i) Other --------------------------------------------- 1
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
13
School Emphasis on Academic Success
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7
How would you characterize each of the following within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
High
Medium
Medium
Low
Low
Very
low
Very
low
a) Teachers' understanding
of the school's curricular
goals --------------------------- 1
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- 1
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ 1
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2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
k) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
l) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- 1
2 3 4 5
m) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
in school ----------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
n) Clarity of the school’s
educational objectives -------- 1
2 3 4 5
o) Collaboration between
school leadership and
teachers to plan instruction --- 1
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
2 3 4 5
d) Teachers working together
to improve student
achievement ------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
e) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- 1
2 3 4 5
f) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- 1
2 3 4 5
p) Amount of instructional
support provided to teachers
by school leadership ----------- 1
g) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
q) School leadership’s
support for teachers’
professional development ----- 1
h) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
i) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
j) Parental pressure for the
school to maintain high
academic standards ----------- 1
2 3 4 5
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School Environment
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8
9
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
In your current school, how severe is each problem?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Agree a lot
Moderate problem
Agree a little
Serious
problem
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) I feel safe at this school -------- 1 2 3 4
a) The school building needs
significant repair -------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Teachers do not have
adequate workspace (e.g., for
preparation, collaboration,
or meeting with students) ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Teachers do not have
adequate instructional
materials and supplies -------- 1
2 3 4
d) The school classrooms are
not cleaned often enough ----- 1
2 3 4
e) The school classrooms need
maintenance work ------------ 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- 1
2 3 4
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- 1
2 3 4
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- 1
2 3 4
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- 1
2 3 4
f) Teachers do not have
adequate technological
resources ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Teachers do not have
adequate support for
using technology -------------- 1
h) This school’s rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- 1
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About Being a Teacher
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10
11
How often do you have the following types of
interactions with other teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
How often do you feel the following way
about being a teacher?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
Often
Often
Sometimes
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
Never or
almost
never
a) Discuss how to teach
a particular topic -------------- 1
b) Collaborate in planning
and preparing instructional
materials ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- 1
2 3 4
b) I am satisfied with being
a teacher at this school -------- 1
2 3 4
c) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- 1
2 3 4
c) Share what I have
learned about my
teaching experiences ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Visit another classroom
to learn more about teaching - 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) My work inspires me ----------- 1 2 3 4
2 3 4
f) I am proud of the
work I do ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I am going to continue
teaching for as long as I can --- 1
2 3 4
e) Work together to
try out new ideas -------------- 1
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2 3 4
f) Work as a group on
implementing the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work with teachers from
other grades to ensure
continuity in learning --------- 1
2 3 4
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d) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ 1
About Teaching Science to the
TIMSS Class
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12
Questions 13 - 16 ask about instruction for the
eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree
with each of the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
13
Agree a lot
How many students are in this class?
Agree a little
Disagree a little
_____________ students
Write in the number.
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- 1
2 3 4
How many eighth-grade students experience
difficulties understanding spoken English?
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
_____________ students in this class
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Write in the number.
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ 1
2 3 4
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) I have too many
administrative tasks ----------- 1
2 3 4
15
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- 1
2 3 4
f) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ 1
2 3 4
g) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- 1
2 3 4
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Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
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16
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Questions 17 - 20 ask about science instruction
for the eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
17
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching science to the students in this class?
Not at all
Some
A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ 1
2 3
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- 1
2 3
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- 1
2 3
d) Disruptive students ------------ 1 2 3
e) Uninterested students --------- 1 2 3
f) Students with physical
disabilities --------------------- 1
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
disabilities --------------------- 1
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_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
18
In teaching science to this class, how would you
characterize your confidence in doing the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
2 3
Medium
Low
2 3
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a) Inspiring students to learn
science ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Explaining science concepts or
principles by doing science
experiments -------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging tasks
for the highest achieving
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ------ 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning science -- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension of science ----- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making science relevant to
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order
thinking skills ------------------ 1
2 3 4
j) Teaching science using inquiry
methods ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
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20
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Which best describes the science course you are
teaching to the class with the TIMSS students?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
Fill in one circle only.
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
science content ---------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Observe natural phenomena
and describe what they see --- 1
2 3 4
c) Watch me demonstrate
an experiment or
investigation ------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Design or plan experiments
or investigations --------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Conduct experiments or
investigations ------------------ 1
2 3 4
f) Present data from
experiments or investigations - 1
2 3 4
g) Interpret data from
experiments or investigations - 1
2 3 4
h) Use evidence from
experiments or investigations
to support conclusions -------- 1
2 3 4
i) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------- 1
2 3 4
j) Have students memorize
facts and principles ------------ 1
2 3 4
k) Use scientific formulas and
laws to solve routine
problems ----------------------- 1
l) Do field work outside of class -- 1
m) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1
n) Work in mixed ability groups -- 1
o) Work in same ability groups --- 1
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
a) General science (several content areas of
science taught separately) -----------------------
1
b) Integrated science (several content areas of
science combined and taught together
throughout the year) ----------------------------
2
c) Life science (e.g., biology, ecosystems,
human health) -----------------------------------
3
d) Physical science (e.g., physics or chemistry) ----- 4
e) Earth science (e.g., geology, Earth and
the solar system, fossils) -------------------------
5
4
4
4
4
4
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Using Computers for Teaching
Science to the TIMSS Class
21
Question 21 asks about resources for teaching
science to the eighth-grade students in the TIMSS
class.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
science lessons?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 22)
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer -------------------
1 2
b) The class has computers that students
can share -----------------------------------------
1 2
c) The school has computers that the class
can use sometimes ------------------------------
1 2
C. How often do you have the students do the
following activities on computers during
science lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Practice skills and
procedures --------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Do scientific procedures
or experiments ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Study natural phenomena
through simulations ----------- 1
2 3 4
e) Process and analyze data ------ 1 2 3 4
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Science Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
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Question 22 asks about the topics taught and the content covered in teaching science to the
eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
22
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS science test. Choose the response that best
describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the curriculum before
the eighth-grade, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not yet
completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet
taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Biology
a) Differences among major taxonomic groups of organisms (plants, animals, fungi, mammals, birds,
reptiles, fish, amphibians) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Major organs and organ systems in humans and other organisms (structure/function, life processes that
maintain stable bodily conditions) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Cells, their structure and functions, including respiration and photosynthesis as cellular processes ----------------------- 1 2 3
d) Life cycles, sexual reproduction, and heredity (passing on of traits, inherited versus acquired/learned
characteristics) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
e) Role of variation and adaptation in survival/extinction of species in a changing environment (including fossil
evidence for changes in life on Earth over time) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
f) Interdependence of populations of organisms in an ecosystem (e.g., energy flow, food webs, competition,
predation) and factors affecting population size in an ecosystem ---------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
g) Human health (causes of infectious diseases, methods of infection, prevention, immunity) and the importance
of diet and exercise in maintaining health ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
B. Chemistry
a) Classification, composition, and particulate structure of matter (elements, compounds, mixtures, molecules,
atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2
b) Physical and chemical properties of matter ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Mixtures and solutions (solvent, solute, concentration/dilution, effect of temperature on solubility) --------------------- 1 2
d) Properties and uses of common acids and bases ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
3
3
3
3
e) Chemical change (transformation of reactants, evidence of chemical change, conservation of matter,
common oxidation reactions – combustion, rusting, tarnishing) ----------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
f) The role of electrons in chemical bonds -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
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(continued)
Choose the response that best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic
was in the curriculum before the eighth-grade, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was
taught half this year but not yet completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the
curriculum, please choose “Not yet taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
C. Physics
a) Physical states and changes in matter (explanations of properties in terms of movement and distance
between particles; phase change, thermal expansion, and changes in volume and/or pressure) ------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Energy forms, transformations, heat, and temperature --------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
c) Basic properties/behaviors of light (reflection, refraction, light and color, simple ray diagrams)
and sound (transmission through media, loudness, pitch, amplitude, frequency) ----------------------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Electric circuits (flow of current; types of circuits - parallel/series) and properties
and uses of permanent magnets and electromagnets ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
e) Forces and motion (types of forces, basic description of motion, effects of density and pressure) ------------------------- 1 2 3
D. Earth Science
612
a) Earth’s structure and physical features (Earth’s crust, mantle, and core; composition and relative distribution
of water, and composition of air) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Earth’s processes, cycles, and history (rock cycle; water cycle; weather versus climate; major geological events;
formation of fossils and fossil fuels) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
c) Earth’s resources, their use and conservation (e.g., renewable/nonrenewable resources, human use of
land/soil, water resources) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Earth in the solar system and the universe (phenomena on Earth - day/night, tides, phases of moon, eclipses,
seasons; physical features of Earth compared to other bodies) ------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
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Science Assessment of the
TIMSS Class
Science Homework for the
TIMSS Class
23
Question 23 asks about science homework for the
eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
Fill in one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework ---
24
118
Question 24 asks about science assessment for
the eighth-grade students in the TIMSS class.
How much emphasis do you place on the following
sources to monitor students’ progress in science?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Major emphasis
1
Some emphasis
(Go to question 24)
2
1 or 2 times a week --- 3
3 or 4 times a week --- 4
Every day --- 5
Less than once a week ---
B. When you assign science homework to the
students in this class, about how many minutes
do you usually assign? (Consider the time it
would take an average student in your class.)
Little or no
emphasis
a) Assessment of students’
ongoing work ------------------ 1
2 3
b) Classroom tests (for
example, teacher-made or
textbook tests) ----------------- 1
2 3
c) State or district
achievement tests ------------- 1
2 3
Fill in one circle only.
1
16–30 minutes --- 2
31–60 minutes --- 3
61–90 minutes --- 4
More than 90 minutes --- 5
15 minutes or less ---
C. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- 1
2 3
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- 1
2 3
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Preparation to Teach Science
119
25
26
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for science?
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
1 2
b) Science pedagogy/instruction ------------------- 1 2
c) Science curriculum ------------------------------- 1 2
a) Science content ----------------------------------
d) Integrating information technology
into science --------------------------------------
1 2
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
inquiry skills -------------------------------------
1 2
f) Science assessment ------------------------------ 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs ---------- 1 2
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Fill in one circle only.
1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
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How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following science topics?
If a topic is not in the eighth-grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
A. Biology
a) Differences among major taxonomic groups of organisms (plants, animals, fungi, mammals, birds,
reptiles, fish, amphibians) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Major organs and organ systems in humans and other organisms (structure/function, life processes that
maintain stable bodily conditions) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Cells, their structure and functions, including respiration and photosynthesis as cellular processes ---------------------- 1 2 3 4
d) Life cycles, sexual reproduction, and heredity (passing on of traits, inherited versus acquired/learned
characteristics) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Role of variation and adaptation in survival/extinction of species in a changing environment (including fossil
evidence for changes in life on Earth over time) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Interdependence of populations of organisms in an ecosystem (e.g., energy flow, food webs, competition,
predation) and factors affecting population size in an ecosystem ---------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Human health (causes of infectious diseases, methods of infection, prevention, immunity) and the importance
of diet and exercise in maintaining health ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
B. Chemistry
a) Classification, composition, and particulate structure of matter (elements, compounds, mixtures, molecules,
atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2
b) Physical and chemical properties of matter ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Mixtures and solutions (solvent, solute, concentration/dilution, effect of temperature on solubility) --------------------- 1 2
d) Properties and uses of common acids and bases ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
e) Chemical change (transformation of reactants, evidence of chemical change, conservation of matter,
common oxidation reactions – combustion, rusting, tarnishing) ----------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) The role of electrons in chemical bonds -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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(continued)
How well prepared do you feel you are to teach the following science topics?
If a topic is not in the eighth grade curriculum or you are not responsible for teaching this topic, please choose
“Not applicable.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not applicable
Very well prepared
Somewhat
prepared
Not well
prepared
C. Physics
a) Physical states and changes in matter (explanations of properties in terms of movement and distance
between particles; phase change, thermal expansion, and changes in volume and/or pressure)-------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Energy forms, transformations, heat, and temperature---------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Basic properties/behaviors of light (reflection, refraction, light and color, simple ray diagrams)
and sound (transmission through media, loudness, pitch, amplitude, frequency)------------------------------------------ 1 2 3 4
d) Electric circuits (flow of current; types of circuits - parallel/series) and properties
and uses of permanent magnets and electromagnets ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
e) Forces and motion (types of forces, basic description of motion, effects of density and pressure)-------------------------- 1 2 3 4
D. Earth Science
a) Earth’s structure and physical features (Earth’s crust, mantle, and core; composition and relative distribution
of water, and composition of air)---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Earth’s processes, cycles, and history (rock cycle; water cycle; weather versus climate; major geological events;
formation of fossils and fossil fuels)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Earth’s resources, their use and conservation (e.g., renewable/nonrenewable resources, human use of
land/soil, water resources)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
d) Earth in the solar system and the universe (phenomena on Earth - day/night, tides, phases of moon, eclipses,
seasons; physical features of Earth compared to other bodies)--------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3 4
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Questionnaire
Grade 4
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U.S. Department of Education
1990 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-5650
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U.S. participation in this study is sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), U.S. Department of Education, and authorized by the Education Science Reform
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Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS
When you have completed the questionnaire,
2015 (Trends in International Mathematics and
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
Science Study), an educational research project
return it to the TIMSS school coordinator.
sponsored by the International Association for
NCES is authorized to collect information from
the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA).
the questionnaire under the Education Science
TIMSS measures trends in student achievement in
Reform Act of 2002 (ESRA 2002), 20 U.S. Code, §
mathematics and science and studies differences in
9543. You do not have to provide the information
national education systems in almost 60 countries
requested. However, the information you provide
in order to help improve teaching and learning
will help the U.S. Department of Education’s ongoing
worldwide.
efforts to understand better how the educational
This questionnaire is addressed to school
system in the United States compares to that in
principals and department heads who are asked to
other countries. There are no penalties should you
supply information about their schools. Since your
choose not to participate in this study. Your answers
school has been selected as part of a nationwide
may be used only for statistical purposes and may
sample, your responses are very important in helping
not be disclosed, or used, in identifiable form for
to describe fourth-grade education in the United
any other purpose except as required by law (20 U.S.
States.
Code, § 9573). Your response will be combined with
It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information provided reflects
those from other participants to produce summary
statistics and reports.
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
This survey is estimated to take an average of 30
Some of the questions will require that you look up
minutes, including time for reviewing instructions,
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and completing and reviewing the collection
assistance of another staff member to help provide
of information. An agency may not conduct or
this information.
sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a
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collection of information unless it displays a currently
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
valid OMB control number. Send comments
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
regarding this burden estimate or any other
not entirely relevant to you or schools in the United
aspect of this collection of information, including
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suggestions for reducing burden, to: Stephen
best to answer all of the questions so comparisons
Provasnik, National Center for Education Statistics,
can be made across countries in the study.
U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW,
It is estimated that you will need approximately
30 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
Room 8123, Washington, DC 20006-5650. Do not
return the completed form to this address.
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thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
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School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
128
5
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of March 1, 2015?
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have English as their native language?
Fill in one circle only.
_____________ students
1
76 to 90% --- 2
51 to 75% --- 3
26 to 50% --- 4
25% or less --- 5
More than 90% ---
Write in the number.
2
What is the total enrollment of fourth-grade
students in your school as of March 1, 2015?
_____________ students
6
Write in the number.
Of the students currently enrolled in your school,
what percentage has been identified as limitedEnglish proficient (LEP)/English language learners
(ELL)?
3
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ----------------- 1
2 3 4
Fill in one circle only.
1
1 - 5% --- 2
6 - 10% --- 3
11 - 25% --- 4
26 - 50% --- 5
51 - 75% --- 6
76 - 90% --- 7
Over 90% --- 8
0% ---
4
Around the first of October 2014, what percentage
of students at this school were eligible to receive
free or reduced-price lunches through the National
School Lunch Program?
_____________ percentage of students
Write in the number.
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7
9
What type of school is this?
Fill in one circle only.
Which best characterizes the average income level
of the school’s immediate area?
Regular public school - 1
Fill in one circle only.
1
Medium --- 2
Low --- 3
A regular public school with
a magnet program - 2
High ---
A magnet school or school with a special program
emphasis (e.g., Montessori, science/math school,
performing arts school, talented/gifted school,
foreign language immersion school, etc.) - 3
Special education: a school that primarily
serves students with disabilities - 4
Alternative: a school designed to address the
needs of students, typically at risk of educational
failure, which cannot be met in regular schools - 5
10
Does your school provide free meals for students?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Vocational - 6
Yes, for all students
Charter School - 7
Yes, for some students
Private (independent) - 8
No
a) Breakfast ----------------------- 1
2 3
b) Lunch --------------------------- 1 2 3
Private (religiously affiliated) - 9
Other - 0
8
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area where
your school is located?
Fill in one circle only.
1
100,001 to 500,000 people --- 2
50,001 to 100,000 people --- 3
30,001 to 50,000 people --- 4
15,001 to 30,000 people --- 5
3,001 to 15,000 people --- 6
3,000 people or fewer --- 7
More than 500,000 people ---
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
Fill in one circle only.
Urban–Densely populated ---
1
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
2
Medium size city or large town --- 3
Small town or village --- 4
Remote rural --- 5
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To what degree are the following health topics
emphasized in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
Medium
Low
a) Washing hands ---------------- 1
2
b) Brushing teeth ----------------- 1 2
c) A healthy diet/nutrition ------- 1 2
d) Disease prevention ------------ 1 2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
Instructional Time
130
12
14
For the fourth-grade students in your school:
A. How many days per year is your school open for
instruction?
As a general school policy, is student achievement
used to assign fourth-grade students to classes (e.g.,
streaming, tracking, setting)?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
__________ days
Yes
Write in the number.
No
1 2
b) For science classes-------------------------------- 1 2
a) For mathematics classes -------------------------
B. What is the total instructional time, excluding
breaks, in a typical day?
__________ hours ___________ minutes
Write in the number of hours and minutes per day.
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Fill in one circle only.
1
5 1/2 days --- 2
5 days --- 3
4 1/2 days --- 4
4 days --- 5
Other --- 6
6 days ---
13
A. Does your school provide a place where students
can work on their schoolwork before or after
school?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 14)
If Yes,
B. Is someone available to assist them with their
schoolwork?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
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Resources and Technology
131
17
15
How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by fourth-grade students?
Does your school have a school library?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
___________ computers
Write in the number.
(If No, go to question 18)
16
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by fourth-grade students?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
If Yes,
A. Approximately how many books (print and digital)
with different titles does your school library have
(exclude magazines and periodicals)?
Fill in only one circle in each column.
Print
250 or fewer --- 1
251–500 --- 2
501–2,000 --- 3
2,001–5,000 --- 4
5,001–10,000 --- 5
More than 10,000 --- 6
Digital
1
2
3
4
5
6
B. Approximately how many titles of magazines and
other periodicals (print and digital) does your
school library have?
Fill in only one circle in each column.
Print
0 --- 1
1–5 --- 2
6–10 --- 3
11–30 --- 4
31 or more --- 5
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1
2
3
4
5
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18
How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
A lot
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- 1
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ 1
2 3 4
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- 1
2 3 4
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ 1
2 3 4
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- 1
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
2 3 4
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
h) Computer technology for
teaching and learning
(e.g., computers or tablets
for student use) ---------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- 1
i) Resources for students with
disabilities ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- 1
2 3 4
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School Emphasis
on Academic Success
School Discipline
and Safety
19
133
20
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among fourth-grade students in your school?
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
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 --- 1
2 3 4 5
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- 1
2 3 4 5
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ 1
2 3 4 5
d) Teachers working together
to improve student
achievement ------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
e) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- 1
2 3 4 5
f) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- 1
2 3 4 5
g) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
h) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
i) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- 1
j) Parental pressure for the
school to maintain high
academic standards ----------- 1
k) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ 1
68
2 3 4 5
a) Arriving late at school --------- 1
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- 1
2 3 4
g) Theft --------------------------- 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
i) Physical fights among
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
c) Classroom disturbance -------- 1
d) Cheating ----------------------- 1
e) Profanity ----------------------- 1
f) Vandalism ---------------------- 1
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
21
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
2 3 4 5
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
2 3 4 5
l) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- 1
2 3 4 5
m) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
in school ----------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
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Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early -- 1
2 3 4
b) Absenteeism ------------------- 1 2 3 4
School Readiness
Teachers in Your School
22
134
23
In your school, are any of the following used to
evaluate the practice of fourth-grade teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
About how many of the students in your school can
do the following when they begin the first grade of
primary/elementary school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
Less than 25%
No
a) Observations by the
principal or senior staff -------------------------b) Observations by inspectors
or other persons external
to the school -------------------------------------
25–50%
1 2
1 2
c) Student achievement --------------------------- 1 2
d) Teacher peer review ----------------------------- 1 2
51–75%
More than
75%
a) Recognize most of the
letters of the alphabet --------- 1
f) Count up to 100 or higher ----- 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
g) Recognize written numbers
from 1-10 ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Read some words -------------- 1
c) Read sentences ---------------- 1
d) Write letters of the alphabet -- 1
e) Write some words ------------- 1
h) Recognize written numbers
higher than 10 ----------------- 1
2
i) Write numbers from 1-10 ----- 1 2
j) Do simple addition ------------ 1 2
k) Do simple subtraction --------- 1 2
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3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
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Principal Experience
and Education
24
135
26
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_Fill in one circle only.
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Did not complete Bachelor's degree
(4-year college program)---- 1
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program)---- 2
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---- 3
25
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.
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)---- 4
27
Do you hold the following degrees in educational
leadership?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---------------------- 1 2
b) Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)------------------------ 1 2
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Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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U.S. Department of Education
1990 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-5650
© IEA, 2014
U.S. participation in this study is sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), U.S. Department of Education, and authorized by the Education Science Reform
Act of 2002 (20 U.S.C., § 9543). Your responses are protected by federal statute (20 U.S.C., § 9573). Your answers may be used only for statistical purposes and may not be disclosed, or
used, in identifiable form for any other purpose except as required by law.
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control
number. The valid OMB control number for this voluntary information collection is 1850-0695. The time required to complete this information collection is estimated
to average 30 minutes per respondent, including the time to review instructions, search existing data resources, gather the data needed, and complete and review the
information collection. If you have any comments concerning the accuracy of the time estimate(s), suggestions for improving the form, or comments or concerns
regarding the status of your individual submission of this form, write directly to: Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), National Center for
Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006.
OMB No. 1850-0695, Approval Expires 9/30/2017.
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Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2015
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NCES is authorized to collect information from
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
the questionnaire under the Education Science
Study), an educational research project sponsored
Reform Act of 2002 (ESRA 2002), 20 U.S. Code, §
by the International Association for the Evaluation of
9543. You do not have to provide the information
Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures trends
requested. However, the information you provide
in student achievement in mathematics and science
will help the U.S. Department of Education’s ongoing
and studies differences in national education systems
efforts to understand better how the educational
in almost 60 countries in order to help improve
system in the United States compares to that in
teaching and learning worldwide.
other countries. There are no penalties should you
This questionnaire is addressed to school principals
choose not to participate in this study. Your answers
and department heads who are asked to supply
may be used only for statistical purposes and may
information about their schools. Since your school has
not be disclosed, or used, in identifiable form for
been selected as part of a nationwide sample, your
any other purpose except as required by law (20 U.S.
responses are very important in helping to describe
Code, § 9573). Your response will be combined with
eighth-grade education in the United States.
those from other participants to produce summary
It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information provided reflects
statistics and reports.
This survey is estimated to take an average of 30
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
minutes, including time for reviewing instructions,
Some of the questions will require that you look up
and completing and reviewing the collection
school records, so you may wish to arrange for the
of information. An agency may not conduct or
assistance of another staff member to help provide
sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a
this information.
collection of information unless it displays a currently
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
valid OMB control number. Send comments
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
regarding this burden estimate or any other
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
aspect of this collection of information, including
not entirely relevant to you or schools in the United
suggestions for reducing burden, to: Stephen
States. Nevertheless, it is important that you do your
Provasnik, National Center for Education Statistics,
best to answer all of the questions so comparisons can
U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW,
be made across countries in the study.
Room 8123, Washington, DC 20006-5650. Do not
It is estimated that you will need approximately 30
return the completed form to this address.
minutes to complete this questionnaire. We appreciate
the time and effort that this takes and thank you for
your cooperation and contribution.
Thank you.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
return it to the TIMSS school coordinator.
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School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
140
5
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of March 1, 2015?
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have English as their native language?
Fill in one circle only.
_____________ students
1
76 to 90% --- 2
51 to 75% --- 3
26 to 50% --- 4
25% or less --- 5
More than 90% ---
Write in the number.
2
What is the total enrollment of eighth-grade
students in your school as of March 1, 2015?
6
_____________ students
Write in the number.
Of the students currently enrolled in your school,
what percentage has been identified as limitedEnglish proficient (LEP)/English language learners
(ELL)?
3
Fill in one circle only.
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ---------------- 1
2 3 4
1
1 - 5% --- 2
6 - 10% --- 3
11 - 25% --- 4
26 - 50% --- 5
51 - 75% --- 6
76 - 90% --- 7
Over 90% --- 8
0% ---
4
Around the first of October 2014, what percentage
of students at this school were eligible to receive
free or reduced-price lunches through the National
School Lunch Program?
_____________ percentage of students
Write in the number.
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7
9
What type of school is this?
Which best characterizes the average income level
of the school’s immediate area?
Fill in one circle only.
Regular public school - 1
Fill in one circle only.
1
Medium --- 2
Low --- 3
A regular public school with
a magnet program - 2
High ---
A magnet school or school with a special program
emphasis (e.g., Montessori, science/math school,
performing arts school, talented/gifted school,
foreign language immersion school, etc.) - 3
Special education: a school that primarily
serves students with disabilities - 4
Alternative: a school designed to address the
needs of students, typically at risk of educational
failure, which cannot be met in regular schools - 5
10
Does your school provide free meals for students?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes, for all students
Vocational - 6
Charter School - 7
Private (independent) - 8
Private (religiously affiliated) - 9
Other - 0
8
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
Fill in one circle only.
1
100,001 to 500,000 people --- 2
50,001 to 100,000 people --- 3
30,001 to 50,000 people --- 4
15,001 to 30,000 people --- 5
3,001 to 15,000 people --- 6
3,000 people or fewer --- 7
More than 500,000 people ---
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
Fill in one circle only.
Urban–Densely populated ---
1
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
2
Medium size city or large town --- 3
Small town or village --- 4
Remote rural --- 5
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Yes, for some students
No
a) Breakfast ----------------------- 1
2 3
b) Lunch --------------------------- 1 2 3
Instructional Time
11
142
13
For the eighth-grade students in your school:
A. How many days per year is your school open for
instruction?
As a general school policy, is student achievement
used to assign eighth-grade students to classes
(e.g., streaming, tracking, setting)?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
__________ days
Yes
Write in the number.
No
1 2
b) For science classes-------------------------------- 1 2
a) For mathematics classes -------------------------
B. What is the total instructional time, excluding
breaks, in a typical day?
__________ hours ___________ minutes
Write in the number of hours and minutes per day.
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Fill in one circle only.
1
5 1/2 days --- 2
5 days --- 3
4 1/2 days --- 4
4 days --- 5
Other --- 6
6 days ---
12
A. Does your school provide a place where students
can work on their schoolwork before or after
school?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 13)
If Yes,
B. Is someone available to assist them with their
schoolwork?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
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Resources and Technology
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How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by eighth-grade students?
Does your school have a school library?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
___________ computers
Write in the number.
(If No, go to question 17)
If Yes,
15
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by eighth-grade students?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
A. Approximately how many books (print and digital)
with different titles does your school library have
(exclude magazines and periodicals)?
Fill in only one circle in each column.
Print
250 or fewer --- 1
251–500 --- 2
501–2,000 --- 3
2,001–5,000 --- 4
5,001–10,000 --- 5
More than 10,000 --- 6
Digital
1
2
3
4
5
6
B. Approximately how many titles of magazines and
other periodicals (print and digital) does your
school library have?
Fill in only one circle in each column.
Print
0 --- 1
1–5 --- 2
6–10 --- 3
11–30 --- 4
31 or more --- 5
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1
2
3
4
5
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How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
A lot
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- 1
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ 1
2 3 4
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- 1
2 3 4
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ 1
2 3 4
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- 1
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
2 3 4
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
h) Computer technology for
teaching and learning
(e.g., computers or tablets
for student use) ---------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- 1
i) Resources for students with
disabilities ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Calculators for science
instruction --------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- 1
2 3 4
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School Emphasis
on Academic Success
School Discipline and Safety
18
19
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among eighth-grade students in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
High
Minor problem
Medium
Moderate problem
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- 1
2 3 4 5
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late at school --------- 1
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4 5
g) Theft --------------------------- 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
e) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- 1
2 3 4 5
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
f) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- 1
2 3 4 5
i) Physical injury to other
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
g) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
h) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
k) Physical injury to teachers
or staff ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
i) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- 1
2 3 4 5
j) Parental pressure for the
school to maintain high
academic standards ----------- 1
2 3 4 5
k) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ 1
2 3 4 5
l) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- 1
2 3 4 5
m) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
in school ----------------------- 1
2 3 4 5
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- 1
2 3 4 5
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ 1
2 3 4 5
d) Teachers working together
to improve student
achievement ------------------- 1
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c) Classroom disturbance -------- 1
d) Cheating ----------------------- 1
e) Profanity ----------------------- 1
f) Vandalism ---------------------- 1
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20
22
In your school, are any of the following used to
evaluate the practice of eighth-grade mathematics
teachers?
How difficult was it to fill eighth-grade teaching
vacancies for this school year for the following
subjects?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Were no vacancies in this subject
Yes
No
Easy to fill vacancies
Somewhat difficult
a) Observations by the
principal or senior staff --------------------------- 1 2
Very
difficult
b) Observations by inspectors
or other persons external
to the school -------------------------------------- 1 2
a) Mathematics -------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Student achievement ---------------------------- 1 2
c) Other---------------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Science -------------------------- 1 2 3 4
d) Teacher peer review ------------------------------ 1 2
23
Does your school currently use any incentives
(e.g., pay, housing, signing bonus, smaller classes)
to recruit or retain eighth-grade teachers in the
following fields?
21
In your school, are any of the following used to
evaluate the practice of eighth-grade science
teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
Yes
No
No
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------- 1 2
a) Observations by the
principal or senior staff --------------------------- 1 2
b) Science -------------------------------------------- 1 2
b) Observations by inspectors
or other persons external
to the school -------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Student achievement ---------------------------- 1 2
d) Teacher peer review ------------------------------ 1 2
c) Other ---------------------------------------------- 1 2
24
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early --- 1 2 3 4
b) Absenteeism-------------------- 1 2 3 4
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Principal Experience
and Education
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By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
26
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.
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_Fill in one circle only.
Did not complete Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program)---- 1
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program)---- 2
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---- 3
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)---- 4
28
Do you hold the following degrees in educational
leadership?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---------------------- 1 2
b) Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)------------------------ 1 2
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Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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Student Questionnaire
Advanced Mathematics
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
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Directions
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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. Fill in the oval next to or under
the answer of your choice as shown in the example below.
Example
How often do you do these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
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
2
3
4
b) I play sports -------------------------------
1
A
3
4
c) I listen to music --------------------------
1
2
A
4
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the oval next to or under your answer.
• If you decide to change your answer, completely erase your first choice.
the oval next to or under your new answer.
Then, fill in
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
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About you
1
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A. Are you female or male?
Fill in one oval only.
Female --
1
Male --
2
B. Are you Hispanic or Latino?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes, I am Hispanic or Latino --
1
No, I am not Hispanic or Latino --
2
C. Which of the following best describes you?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
4
White --
1
Black or African American --
1
Asian --
1
American Indian or Alaska Native --
1
Native Hawaiian or other
Pacific Islander --
1
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2
When were you born?
Fill in the ovals next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
a
February -- b
March -- c
April -- d
May -- e
June -- f
July -- g
August -- h
September -- i
October -- j
November -- k
December -- l
2
b) Year
1993 -1994 -1995 -1996 -1997 -1998 -1999 -2000 -2001 -Other --
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
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3
A. How often do you speak English at home?
Fill in one oval only.
Always --
1
Almost always --
2
Sometimes --
3
Never --
4
If Always, please go to question 4
If Almost always, Sometimes, Never,
please go to question 3B
B. What language do you speak at home (other than
English)?
Fill in one oval only.
6
Spanish --
1
Other --
2
Please specify __________________
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4
How many days were you absent from school in the
last month?
Fill in one oval only.
5
None --
1
1 or 2 days --
2
3 or 4 days --
3
5 to 10 days --
4
More than 10 days --
5
Have you ever repeated a grade?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
4
Yes
No
a) In elementary school --------------------
1
2
b) In middle or junior high school ------
1
2
c) In high school -----------------------------
1
2
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About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill in one oval only.
None or very few
(0–10 books) --
1
Enough to fill one shelf
(11–25 books) --
2
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) --
3
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) --
4
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) --
5
7
How many digital information devices are there in your
home? Count computers, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs,
and e-readers. (Do not count other devices.)
Fill in one oval only.
8
None --
1
1-3 devices --
2
4-6 devices --
3
7-10 devices --
4
More than 10 devices --
5
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Do you have any of these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
6
Yes
No
a) Your own computer ---------------------
1
2
b) Your own tablet --------------------------
1
2
c) Your own smartphone ------------------
1
2
d) Your own graphing calculator --------
1
2
e) A gaming system
(e.g., PlayStation®, Wii®, XBox®) --
1
2
f)
Study desk/table for your use --------
1
2
g) Your own room ----------------------------
1
2
h) Your own car -------------------------------
1
2
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A. What is the highest level of education completed by
your mother (or stepmother or female legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
B. What is the highest level of education completed by
your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
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What kind of work do your father (or stepfather or male
legal guardian) and mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) do for their main jobs?
For each, fill in the oval for the job category that best describes what he/she
does. Each category has a few examples to help you decide the correct category.
If your father or mother is not working now, think about the last job he/she had.
Fill in only one oval for each column.
Your
father
Your
mother
a) Has never worked for pay ------------
1
2
b) Small Business Owner ----------------
1
2
c) Clerk ----------------------------------------
1
2
d) Service or Sales Worker ---------------
1
2
e) Skilled Agricultural or
Fishery Worker --------------------------
1
2
f)
1
2
Includes owners of small businesses
(fewer than 25 employees) such as
retail shops, services, restaurants
Includes office clerks; secretaries; typists;
data entry operators; customer service
clerks
Includes travel attendants; restaurant
service workers; personal care workers;
protective service workers; junior military
and police; salespersons; street vendors
Includes farmers; forestry workers;
fishery workers; hunters and trappers
Craft or Trade Worker -----------------
Includes builders, carpenters, plumbers,
electricians, metal workers; machine
mechanics; handicraft workers
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Your
father
Your
mother
g) Plant or Machine Operator ----------
1
2
h) General Laborers ------------------------
1
2
Corporate Manager or
Senior Official ----------------------------
1
2
Professional -------------------------------
1
2
k) Technician or Associate
Professional -------------------------------
1
2
l)
1
2
Includes plant and machine operators;
assembly-line operators; motor-vehicle
drivers
Includes domestic helpers and cleaners;
building caretakers; messengers, porters,
and doorkeepers; farm, fishery,
agricultural, and construction workers
i)
Includes corporate managers such as
managers of large companies (25 or more
employees) or managers of departments
within large companies; legislators or
senior government officials; senior officials
of special-interest organizations; military
officers
j)
Includes scientists; mathematicians;
computer scientists; architects; engineers;
life science and health professionals;
teachers; legal professionals; social
scientists; writers and artists; religious
professionals
Includes science, engineering, and
computer associates and technicians;
life science and health technicians and
assistants; teacher aides; finance and
sales associate professionals; business
service agents; administrative assistants
12
I don’t know -------------------------------
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How far in your education do you expect to go?
Fill in one oval only.
High school -- 1
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) -- 2
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) -- 3
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 4
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 5
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If you plan to continue your education, which area(s) do
you intend to study?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
a) Mathematics or Statistics ------------------------- 1
b) Physics --------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Chemistry ----------------------------------------------- 1
d) Biological and Biomedical Sciences (e.g.,
dentistry, medicine, nursing, pharmacology,
veterinary medicine) --------------------------------- 1
e) Engineering and Engineering Technologies
(e.g., aerospace engineering, chemical
engineering, civil engineering, electrical
engineering, mechanical engineering) --------- 1
f) Computer and Information Sciences ------------ 1
g) Education ----------------------------------------------- 1
h) Business (e.g., accounting, marketing,
administration, finance, management) ------- 1
i) Law -------------------------------------------------------- 1
j) Social Sciences (e.g., sociology, political
science, economics, psychology) ------------------ 1
k) Arts and Humanities (e.g., art, language,
literature, history, philosophy) ------------------- 1
l) Other Science Fields of Study --------------------- 1
m) Other Non-science Fields of Study --------------- 1
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13
In the future, do you want to work in any of the
following professional fields?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
Maybe No
a) Education (e.g., teacher, university professor)--- 1
2
3
b) Engineering and Engineering Technologies
(e.g., aerospace engineer, chemical
engineer, civil engineer, electrical
engineer, mechanical engineer)----------------------- 1
2
3
c) Computer and Information Sciences
(e.g., database administrator, network
administrator, software or application
developer, systems analyst)---------------------------- 1
2
3
d) Finance/Banking------------------------------------------ 1
2
3
e) Biological and Biomedical Sciences
(e.g., biomedical engineer, biochemist,
biophysicist, dentist, medical doctor, nurse,
veterinarian)----------------------------------------------- 1
2
3
f) Environmental Sciences-------------------------------- 1
2
3
g) Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences------------- 1
2
3
h) Actuarial Sciences (i.e., uses mathematical
and statistical methods to assess risk)------------- 1
2
3
i) Other Fields------------------------------------------------ 1
2
3
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A. Was your mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
I don’t know--- 3
B. Was your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)
born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
16
I don’t know--- 3
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A. Were you born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
(If Yes, go to question 16)
No--- 2
If No,
B. If you were not born in the United States, how old
were you when you came to the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Older than 15 years old--- 1
11 to 15 years old--- 2
5 to 10 years old--- 3
Younger than 5 years old--- 4
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16
How much time do you spend in mathematics class each
week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of classes/periods into minutes.
17
How much time do you spend on mathematics outside of
class each week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
18
A. During the school year, do you work at a paid job on
a regular basis?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
(If No, go to question 19)
If Yes,
B. How much time do you spend working at the paid job
each week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
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A. During the last 12 months, have you attended extra
lessons or tutoring not provided by the school in
advanced mathematics?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
(If No, go to question 20)
If Yes,
B. Why did you attend these extra lessons or tutoring?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) To excel in class ---------------------------
1
2
b) To keep up in class -----------------------
1
2
c) To do well on an examination --------
1
2
C. For how many of the last 12 months have you
attended extra lessons or tutoring in advanced
mathematics?
Fill in one oval only.
2
Less than 4 months --
1
4-8 months --
2
More than 8 months --
3
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20
How much do you agree with these statements about
your advanced mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) The teacher clearly communicates
the purpose of each mathematics
lesson ---------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) I know what my teacher
expects me to do -------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
d) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher asks me thought
provoking questions --------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher links new content to
what I already know -------------------
1
2
3
4
f)
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(continued)
How much do you agree with these statements about
your advanced mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
i)
My teacher is good at explaining
advanced mathematics ----------------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher provides the
opportunity for me to show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
k) My teacher encourages me to keep
working on advanced mathematics
problems until I solve them ----------
1
2
3
4
My teacher provides helpful
feedback on my schoolwork
(including homework) ------------------
1
2
3
4
m) My teacher uses a variety of
teaching methods, tasks, and
activities to help us learn -------------
1
2
3
4
n) My teacher believes that I can
learn difficult advanced
mathematics material -----------------
1
2
3
4
o) I like the way my teacher
teaches mathematics -------------------
1
2
3
4
l)
4
Agree
a lot
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Do you use the Internet to do any of the following tasks for
advanced mathematics schoolwork (including classroom
tasks, homework, and studying outside of class)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) Access the textbook or other
course materials -------------------------
1
2
b) Access assignments posted online
by my teacher ----------------------------
1
2
c) Collaborate with classmates on
mathematics assignments or
projects -------------------------------------
1
2
d) Communicate with the teacher -----
1
2
e) Discuss mathematics topics with
other students ---------------------------
1
2
Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in understanding
mathematics concepts -----------------
1
2
g) Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in solving
mathematics problems ----------------
1
2
f)
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How much do you agree with these statements about the
mathematics you are studying?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) When I do mathematics
problems, I sometimes get
completely absorbed --------------------
1
2
3
4
b) I get a sense of satisfaction when
I solve mathematics problems ------
1
2
3
4
c) I feel bored when I do my
mathematics schoolwork --------------
1
2
3
4
d) I like studying for my mathematics
class outside of school ------------------
1
2
3
4
1
I dread my mathematics class ------- 1
2
2
3
3
4
4
e) It is interesting to learn
mathematics theory -------------------f)
g) I am studying mathematics
because I like to learn new things --
1
2
3
4
h) I enjoy figuring out challenging
mathematics ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
i)
Mathematics is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
1
2
3
4
j)
Jobs that require advanced
mathematics skills seem
interesting to me ------------------------
1
2
3
4
k) I wish I did not have to
study mathematics ---------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
l)
6
I enjoy thinking about the world in
terms of mathematical
relationships ------------------------------
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23
How much do you agree with these statements about the
mathematics you are studying?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Learning mathematics will help
me get ahead in the world ------------
1
2
3
4
b) It is important to do well in my
mathematics class ----------------------
1
2
3
4
c) The mathematics I am studying
is not useful for my future ------------
1
2
3
4
d) My parents are pleased that I am
taking advanced mathematics ------
1
2
3
4
e) Doing well in mathematics will
help me get into the college or
university of my choice ----------------
1
2
3
4
Learning advanced mathematics
does not seem to be a worthwhile
exercise -------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in my
mathematics class ----------------------
1
2
3
4
h) I like telling people I am studying
advanced mathematics ----------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
24
Learning advanced mathematics
will give me more job
opportunities -----------------------------
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24
How hard was this test compared to most other tests you
have taken this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Easier than other tests --
1
About as hard as other tests --
2
Harder than other tests --
3
Much harder than other tests --
4
25
How hard did you try on this test compared to how hard
you tried on most other tests you have taken this year in
school?
Fill in one oval only.
Not as hard as on other tests --
1
About as hard as on other tests --
2
Harder than on other tests --
3
Much harder than on other tests --
4
26
How important was it to you to do well on this test?
Fill in one oval only.
8
Not very important --
1
Somewhat important --
2
Important --
3
Very important --
4
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Academic and post-secondary
preparation
175
27
In what grade did you complete any of the courses listed below?
Fill in one or more ovals in each row.
Never
Grade
9
Grade
10
Grade
11
Grade
12
a) Algebra I course -------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
b) Geometry course -------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
c) Algebra II course, with or
without trigonometry ------
1
1
1
1
1
1
d) Trigonometry (as a
separate course) --------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
e) Pre-calculus course (also
called introductory
analysis) -----------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
f)
Calculus course --------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
g) Probability or statistics
course ---------------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
h) Integrated mathematics 1
(first year of a multi-year
course) --------------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
Integrated mathematics 2
(second year of a multiyear course) -------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
Integrated mathematics 3
(third year of a multi-year
course) --------------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
k) Integrated mathematics 4
(fourth year of a multi-year
course) -------------------------- 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
i)
j)
l)
26
Grade 8
or earlier
Other advanced
mathematics course --------
1
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Please indicate if you have taken or are currently
enrolled in any of the following Advanced (AP®) courses.
Have taken or are enrolled in:
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes No
a) Advanced Placement (AP)
Calculus AB--------------------------------- 1
2
b) Advanced Placement (AP)
Calculus BC--------------------------------
1
2
c) Advanced Placement (AP)
Statistics-------------------------------------
1
2
29
Are you currently enrolled in or have you taken any
online mathematics courses?
Fill in one oval only.
No--- 1
Yes, but not for credit--- 2
Yes, for high school credit--- 3
Yes, for college credit--- 4
Yes, for both high school
and college credit--- 5
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30
Are you currently enrolled in or have you taken an
International Baccalaureate® (IB) mathematics course?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
31
During this school year, which of the following have you
done?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
Taken the SAT or ACT College
Entrance Exams--- 1
Submitted the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)--- 1
Applied to a 2-year college--- 1
Been accepted to a 2-year college--- 1
Applied to a 4-year college--- 1
Been accepted to a 4-year college--- 1
Talked with a military recruiter or
contacted a ROTC program--- 1
Enlisted in the military or enrolled
in a ROTC program--- 1
Applied for a full-time job--- 1
Been interviewed for a full-time job--- 1
28
None of the above--- 1
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Your School
178
32
What do you think about your school? Tell how much
you agree with these statements.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree Disagree
a little
a lot
a) I enjoy school ------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------- 1
2
3
4
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----- 1
2
3
4
d) I like to see my classmates
at school ------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Teachers at my school are
fair to me ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) I am proud to go to this school ------- 1
2
3
4
g) I learn a lot in school -------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) My classmates respect students
who excel in school subjects ----------- 1
2
3
4
i) My classmates respect students
who struggle learning school
subjects -------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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179
33
During this school year, how often have other students
from your school done any of the following things to you
(including through texting or the Internet)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
At least
once a
week
30
Once or
twice
a month
A few
times
a year
Never
a) Made fun of me or
called me names -------------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) Excluded me from their activities --- 1
2
3
4
c) Spread lies about me -------------------- 1
2
3
4
d) Stole something from me -------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Hit or hurt me (e.g., shoving,
hitting, kicking) --------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) Made me do things I didn’t
want to do----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
g) Posted embarrassing things
about me online --------------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) Threatened me ---------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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34
During this school year, did you participate in any of
these extracurricular activities?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
Sports--- 1
Performing arts--- 1
Academic clubs--- 1
Vocational/professional clubs--- 1
Honor societies--- 1
Publications--- 1
Student government--- 1
Service clubs--- 1
Hobby clubs--- 1
Thank You!
Thank you for filling out the questionnaire!
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Student Questionnaire
Physics
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Directions
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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. Fill in the oval next to or under
the answer of your choice as shown in the example below.
Example
How often do you do these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
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
2
3
4
b) I play sports -------------------------------
1
A
3
4
c) I listen to music --------------------------
1
2
A
4
• Read each question carefully, and pick the answer you think is best.
• Fill in the oval next to or under your answer.
• If you decide to change your answer, completely erase your first choice.
the oval next to or under your new answer.
Then, fill in
• Ask for help if you do not understand something or are not sure how to answer.
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About you
1
185
A. Are you female or male?
Fill in one oval only.
Female --
1
Male --
2
B. Are you Hispanic or Latino?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes, I am Hispanic or Latino --
1
No, I am not Hispanic or Latino --
2
C. Which of the following best describes you?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
4
White --
1
Black or African American --
1
Asian --
1
American Indian or Alaska Native --
1
Native Hawaiian or other
Pacific Islander --
1
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2
When were you born?
Fill in the ovals next to the month and year you were born.
a) Month
January --
a
February -- b
March -- c
April -- d
May -- e
June -- f
July -- g
August -- h
September -- i
October -- j
November -- k
December -- l
2
b) Year
1993 -1994 -1995 -1996 -1997 -1998 -1999 -2000 -2001 -Other --
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
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3
A. How often do you speak English at home?
Fill in one oval only.
Always --
1
Almost always --
2
Sometimes --
3
Never --
4
If Always, please go to question 4
If Almost always, Sometimes, Never,
please go to question 3B
B. What language do you speak at home (other than
English)?
Fill in one oval only.
6
Spanish --
1
Other --
2
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4
How many days were you absent from school in the
last month?
Fill in one oval only.
5
None --
1
1 or 2 days --
2
3 or 4 days --
3
5 to 10 days --
4
More than 10 days --
5
Have you ever repeated a grade?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
4
Yes
No
a) In elementary school --------------------
1
2
b) In middle or junior high school ------
1
2
c) In high school -----------------------------
1
2
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6
About how many books are there in your home? (Do not
count magazines, newspapers, or your school books.)
Fill in one oval only.
None or very few
(0–10 books) --
1
Enough to fill one shelf
(11–25 books) --
2
Enough to fill one bookcase
(26–100 books) --
3
Enough to fill two bookcases
(101–200 books) --
4
Enough to fill three or more bookcases
(more than 200) --
5
7
How many digital information devices are there in your
home? Count computers, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs,
and e-readers. (Do not count other devices.)
Fill in one oval only.
8
None --
1
1-3 devices --
2
4-6 devices --
3
7-10 devices --
4
More than 10 devices --
5
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8
Do you have any of these things?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
6
Yes
No
a) Your own computer ---------------------
1
2
b) Your own tablet --------------------------
1
2
c) Your own smartphone ------------------
1
2
d) Your own graphing calculator --------
1
2
e) A gaming system
(e.g., PlayStation®, Wii®, XBox®) --
1
2
f)
Study desk/table for your use --------
1
2
g) Your own room ----------------------------
1
2
h) Your own car -------------------------------
1
2
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9
A. What is the highest level of education completed by
your mother (or stepmother or female legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
B. What is the highest level of education completed by
your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)?
Fill in one oval only.
Less than high school -- 1
Some high school -- 2
High school graduate -- 3
Associate’s degree (2-year college program) -- 4
Bachelor’s degree (4-year college program) -- 5
Master’s degree or professional
degree (MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 6
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 7
I don’t know -- 8
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10
What kind of work do your father (or stepfather or male
legal guardian) and mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) do for their main jobs?
For each, fill in the oval for the job category that best describes what he/she
does. Each category has a few examples to help you decide the correct category.
If your father or mother is not working now, think about the last job he/she had.
Fill in only one oval for each column.
Your
father
Your
mother
a) Has never worked for pay ------------
1
2
b) Small Business Owner ----------------
1
2
c) Clerk ----------------------------------------
1
2
d) Service or Sales Worker ---------------
1
2
e) Skilled Agricultural or
Fishery Worker --------------------------
1
2
f)
1
2
Includes owners of small businesses
(fewer than 25 employees) such as
retail shops, services, restaurants
Includes office clerks; secretaries; typists;
data entry operators; customer service
clerks
Includes travel attendants; restaurant
service workers; personal care workers;
protective service workers; junior military
and police; salespersons; street vendors
Includes farmers; forestry workers;
fishery workers; hunters and trappers
Craft or Trade Worker ----------------Includes builders, carpenters, plumbers,
electricians, metal workers; machine
mechanics; handicraft workers
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10
(continued)
Your
father
Your
mother
g) Plant or Machine Operator ----------
1
2
h) General Laborers ------------------------
1
2
Corporate Manager or
Senior Official ----------------------------
1
2
Professional -------------------------------
1
2
k) Technician or Associate
Professional -------------------------------
1
2
l)
1
2
Includes plant and machine operators;
assembly-line operators; motor-vehicle
drivers
Includes domestic helpers and cleaners;
building caretakers; messengers, porters,
and doorkeepers; farm, fishery,
agricultural, and construction workers
i)
Includes corporate managers such as
managers of large companies (25 or more
employees) or managers of departments
within large companies; legislators or
senior government officials; senior officials
of special-interest organizations; military
officers
j)
Includes scientists; mathematicians;
computer scientists; architects; engineers;
life science and health professionals;
teachers; legal professionals; social
scientists; writers and artists; religious
professionals
Includes science, engineering, and
computer associates and technicians;
life science and health technicians and
assistants; teacher aides; finance and
sales associate professionals; business
service agents; administrative assistants
12
I don’t know -------------------------------
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11
How far in your education do you expect to go?
Fill in one oval only.
High school -- 1
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) -- 2
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) -- 3
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) -- 4
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) -- 5
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12
If you plan to continue your education, which area(s) do
you intend to study?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
a) Mathematics or Statistics ------------------------- 1
b) Physics --------------------------------------------------- 1
c) Chemistry ----------------------------------------------- 1
d) Biological and Biomedical Sciences (e.g.,
dentistry, medicine, nursing, pharmacology,
veterinary medicine) --------------------------------- 1
e) Engineering and Engineering Technologies
(e.g., aerospace engineering, chemical
engineering, civil engineering, electrical
engineering, mechanical engineering) --------- 1
f) Computer and Information Sciences ------------ 1
g) Education ----------------------------------------------- 1
h) Business (e.g., accounting, marketing,
administration, finance, management) ------- 1
i) Law -------------------------------------------------------- 1
j) Social Sciences (e.g., sociology, political
science, economics, psychology) ------------------ 1
k) Arts and Humanities (e.g., art, language,
literature, history, philosophy) ------------------- 1
l) Other Science Fields of Study --------------------- 1
m) Other Non-science Fields of Study --------------- 1
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13
In the future, do you want to work in any of the following
professional fields?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
Maybe No
a) Education (e.g., teacher, university professor)--- 1
2
3
b) Engineering and Engineering Technologies
(e.g., aerospace engineer, chemical
engineer, civil engineer, electrical
engineer, mechanical engineer)----------------------- 1
2
3
c) Computer and Information Sciences
(e.g., database administrator, network
administrator, software or application
developer, systems analyst)---------------------------- 1
2
3
d) Finance/Banking------------------------------------------ 1
2
3
e) Biological and Biomedical Sciences
(e.g., biomedical engineer, biochemist,
biophysicist, dentist, medical doctor, nurse,
veterinarian)----------------------------------------------- 1
2
3
f) Environmental Sciences-------------------------------- 1
2
3
g) Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences------------- 1
2
3
h) Actuarial Sciences (i.e., uses mathematical
and statistical methods to assess risk)------------- 1
2
3
i) Other Fields------------------------------------------------ 1
2
3
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14
A. Was your mother (or stepmother or female legal
guardian) born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
I don’t know--- 3
B. Was your father (or stepfather or male legal guardian)
born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
16
I don’t know--- 3
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15
A. Were you born in the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
(If Yes, go to question 16)
No--- 2
If No,
B. If you were not born in the United States, how old
were you when you came to the United States?
Fill in one oval only.
Older than 15 years old--- 1
11 to 15 years old--- 2
5 to 10 years old--- 3
Younger than 5 years old--- 4
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Studying Physics
199
16
How much time do you spend in physics class each week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of classes/periods into minutes.
17
How much time do you spend on physics outside of class
each week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
18
A. During the school year, do you work at a paid job on
a regular basis?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
(If No, go to question 19)
If Yes,
B. How much time do you spend working at the paid job
each week?
______________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
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19
A. During the last 12 months, have you attended
extra lessons or tutoring not provided by the school in
physics?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes --
1
No --
2
(If No, go to question 20)
If Yes,
B. Why did you attend these extra lessons or tutoring?
Fill in only one oval for each row
Yes
No
a) To excel in class ---------------------------
1
2
b) To keep up in class -----------------------
1
2
c) To do well on an examination --------
1
2
C. For how many of the last 12 months have you
attended extra lessons or tutoring in physics?
Fill in one oval only.
2
Less than 4 months --
1
4-8 months --
2
More than 8 months --
3
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201
20
How much do you agree with these statements about
your physics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) The teacher clearly communicates
the purpose of each physics
lesson ---------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
b) I know what my teacher
expects me to do -------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) My teacher is easy to understand --
1
2
3
4
d) I am interested in what my
teacher says -------------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) My teacher gives me interesting
things to do --------------------------------
1
2
3
4
My teacher asks me thought
provoking questions --------------------
1
2
3
4
g) My teacher has clear answers to
my questions ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) My teacher links new content to
what I already know -------------------
1
2
3
4
f)
20
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20
(continued)
How much do you agree with these statements about
your physics lessons?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
i)
My teacher is good at explaining
physics --------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
j)
My teacher provides the
opportunity for me to show what
I have learned ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
k) My teacher encourages me to keep
working on physics
problems until I solve them ----------
1
2
3
4
My teacher provides helpful
feedback on my schoolwork
(including homework) ------------------
1
2
3
4
m) My teacher uses a variety of
teaching methods, tasks, and
activities to help us learn -------------
1
2
3
4
n) My teacher believes that I can
learn difficult physics
material ------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
o) I like the way my teacher
teaches physics ---------------------------
1
2
3
4
l)
4
Agree
a lot
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21
Do you use the Internet to do any of the following tasks
for physics schoolwork (including classroom tasks,
homework, and studying outside of class)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes
No
a) Access the textbook or other
course materials -------------------------
1
2
b) Access assignments posted online
by my teacher ----------------------------
1
2
c) Collaborate with classmates on
physics assignments or
projects -------------------------------------
1
2
d) Communicate with the teacher -----
1
2
e) Discuss physics topics with
other students ---------------------------
1
2
Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in understanding
physics concepts -------------------------
1
2
g) Find information, articles, or
tutorials to aid in solving
physics problems -----------------------
1
2
f)
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22
How much do you agree with these statements about the
physics you are studying?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) I enjoy conducting experiments
or investigations in physics ----------
1
2
3
4
b) I get a sense of satisfaction when
I solve physics problems --------------
1
2
3
4
c) I feel bored when I do my
physics schoolwork ---------------------
1
2
3
4
d) I like studying for my physics
class outside of school ------------------
1
2
3
4
1
-------------- 1
2
2
3
3
4
4
e) It is interesting to learn
physics laws and principles ---------f)
g) I am studying physics because I
like to learn new things ---------------
1
2
3
4
h) I enjoy figuring out challenging
physics --------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
i)
Physics is one of my
favorite subjects -------------------------
1
2
3
4
j)
Jobs that require physics skills
seem interesting to me ----------------
1
2
3
4
k) I wish I did not have to
study physics -----------------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
l)
6
I dread my physics class
I enjoy thinking about the world in
terms of laws of physics ---------------
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23
How much do you agree with these statements about the
physics you are studying?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree
a little
Disagree
a lot
a) Learning physics will help
me get ahead in the world ------------
1
2
3
4
b) It is important to do well in my
physics class ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
c) The physics I am studying
is not useful for my future ------------
1
2
3
4
d) My parents are pleased that I am
taking physics ----------------------------
1
2
3
4
e) Doing well in physics will
help me get into the college or
university of my choice ----------------
1
2
3
4
Learning physics does not seem to
be a worthwhile exercise --------------
1
2
3
4
g) My parents think that it is
important that I do well in my
physics class ------------------------------
1
2
3
4
h) I like telling people I am studying
physics --------------------------------------
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
f)
i)
24
Learning physics will give me
more job opportunities -----------------
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206
24
How hard was this test compared to most other tests you
have taken this year in school?
Fill in one oval only.
Easier than other tests --
1
About as hard as other tests --
2
Harder than other tests --
3
Much harder than other tests --
4
25
How hard did you try on this test compared to how hard
you tried on most other tests you have taken this year in
school?
Fill in one oval only.
Not as hard as on other tests --
1
About as hard as on other tests --
2
Harder than on other tests --
3
Much harder than on other tests --
4
26
How important was it to you to do well on this test?
Fill in one oval only.
8
Not very important --
1
Somewhat important --
2
Important --
3
Very important --
4
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25
Academic and post-secondary
preparation
207
27
In what grade did you complete any of the courses listed below?
Fill in one or more ovals in each row.
Never
Grade
9
Grade
10
Grade
11
Grade
12
a) General or unified science
1
1
1
1
1
1
b) Earth and space science ---
1
1
1
1
1
1
c) Life science (other than
biology) --------------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
d) Physical science (other
than chemistry or physics)
1
1
1
1
1
1
e) First-year biology -----------
1
1
1
1
1
1
f)
Second-year biology --------
1
1
1
1
1
1
g) First-year chemistry -------
1
1
1
1
1
1
h) Second-year chemistry ----
1
1
1
1
1
1
i)
First-year physics ------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
j)
Second-year physics ---------
1
1
1
1
1
1
k) Engineering and
technology ---------------------
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
l)
26
Grade 8
or earlier
Other advanced
science course ----------------
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208
28
Please indicate if you have taken or are currently enrolled
in any of the following Advanced (AP®) courses. Have
taken or are enrolled in:
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Yes No
a) Advanced Placement (AP)
Biology--------------------------------------- 1
2
b) Advanced Placement (AP)
Environmental Science------------------
1
2
c) Advanced Placement (AP)
Chemistry-----------------------------------
1
2
d) Advanced Placement (AP)
Physics B or C------------------------------
1
2
e) Advanced Placement (AP)
Computer Science A or AB-------------
1
2
29
Are you currently enrolled in or have you taken any online
science courses?
Fill in one oval only.
No--- 1
Yes, but not for credit--- 2
Yes, for high school credit--- 3
Yes, for college credit--- 4
Yes, for both high school
and college credit--- 5
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209
30
Are you currently enrolled in or have you taken an
International Baccalaureate® (IB) physics course?
Fill in one oval only.
Yes--- 1
No--- 2
31
During this school year, which of the following have you
done?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
Taken the SAT or ACT College
Entrance Exams--- 1
Submitted the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)--- 1
Applied to a 2-year college--- 1
Been accepted to a 2-year college--- 1
Applied to a 4-year college--- 1
Been accepted to a 4-year college--- 1
Talked with a military recruiter or
contacted a ROTC program--- 1
Enlisted in the military or enrolled
in a ROTC program--- 1
Applied for a full-time job--- 1
Been interviewed for a full-time job--- 1
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None of the above--- 1
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Your School
210
32
What do you think about your school? Tell how much you
agree with these statements.
Fill in only one oval for each row.
Agree
a lot
Agree
a little
Disagree Disagree
a little
a lot
a) I enjoy school ------------------------------ 1
2
3
4
b) I feel safe when I am at school ------- 1
2
3
4
c) I feel like I belong at this school ----- 1
2
3
4
d) I like to see my classmates
at school ------------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Teachers at my school are
fair to me ----------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) I am proud to go to this school ------- 1
2
3
4
g) I learn a lot in school -------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) My classmates respect students
who excel in school subjects ----------- 1
2
3
4
i) My classmates respect students who
struggle learning school subjects ---- 1
2
3
4
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211
33
During this school year, how often have other students
from your school done any of the following things to you
(including through texting or the Internet)?
Fill in only one oval for each row.
At least
once a
week
30
Once or
twice
a month
A few
times
a year
a) Made fun of me or
called me names -------------------------- 1
2
3
4
b) Excluded me from their activities --- 1
2
3
4
c) Spread lies about me -------------------- 1
2
3
4
d) Stole something from me -------------- 1
2
3
4
e) Hit or hurt me (e.g., shoving,
hitting, kicking) --------------------------- 1
2
3
4
f) Made me do things I didn’t
want to do ---------------------------------- 1
2
3
4
g) Posted embarrassing things
about me online --------------------------- 1
2
3
4
h) Threatened me ---------------------------- 1
2
3
4
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Never
212
34
During this school year, did you participate in any of these
extracurricular activities?
Fill in ovals for all that apply.
Sports--- 1
Performing arts--- 1
Academic clubs--- 1
Vocational/professional clubs--- 1
Honor societies--- 1
Publications--- 1
Student government--- 1
Service clubs--- 1
Hobby clubs--- 1
Thank You!
Thank you for filling out the questionnaire!
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Advanced Mathematics
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Teacher Questionnaire — Advanced Mathematics
About You
216
1
4
A. What year did you start teaching?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_______________
Please write in a year.
Fill in one circle only.
Did not complete high school ---
1
(If you have not completed
more than high school,
go to question 6)
B. At the end of this school year, how many years
will you have taught altogether?
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) ---
2
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) ---
3
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) ---
4
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) --- 5
2
Are you female or male?
Fill in one circle only.
1
Male --- 2
Female ---
5
During your college or university education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
3
Yes
No
How old are you?
Fill in one circle only.
1
25–29 --- 2
30–39 --- 3
40–49 --- 4
50–59 --- 5
60 or more --- 6
Under 25 ---
1
b) Physics ------------------------------------------- 1
c) Biology ------------------------------------------- 1
d) Chemistry ---------------------------------------- 1
e) Earth Science ------------------------------------ 1
f) Engineering -------------------------------------- 1
g) Education– Mathematics ------------------------ 1
h) Education– Physics ------------------------------ 1
i) Education– Science ------------------------------ 1
j) Education– General ------------------------------ 1
k) Other --------------------------------------------- 1
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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Questionnaire
Mathematics
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
13
School Emphasis on Advanced
Mathematics and Physics Education
School Environment
7
6
How much do you agree with these statements
about advanced mathematics and physics education
within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Agree a lot
Agree a lot
Agree a little
Agree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
Disagree
a lot
a) The school encourages students
to study advanced mathematics
and physics -------------------- 1
b) The school promotes
professional development for
teachers of advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
c) The school provides students
with information about career
options in advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
d) Advanced mathematics and
physics teachers are admired by
other teachers in the school --- 1
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2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) Teachers have high expectations
for student achievement in
advanced mathematics and
physics ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Students at this school respect
students who excel in advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
2 3 4
g) Parents expect their children to
study advanced mathematics
and physics -------------------- 1
2 3 4
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a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) I feel safe at this school -------- 1 2 3 4
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- 1
2 3 4
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- 1
2 3 4
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- 1
2 3 4
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- 1
2 3 4
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- 1
2 3 4
About Being a Teacher
218
9
8
In your current school, how severe is each problem?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
How often do you have the following types of
interactions with other teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Very often
Minor problem
Often
Moderate problem
Sometimes
Serious
problem
a) The school building needs
significant repair -------------- 1
2 3 4
Never or
almost
never
a) Discuss how to teach
a particular topic -------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) Teachers do not have
adequate instructional
materials and supplies -------- 1
b) Collaborate in planning
and preparing instructional
materials ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
d) The school classrooms are not
cleaned often enough --------- 1
c) Share what I have
learned about my
teaching experiences ---------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) The school classrooms need
maintenance work ------------- 1
d) Visit another classroom to
learn more about teaching ---- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
f) Teachers do not have adequate
technological resources -------- 1
e) Work together to
try out new ideas -------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
f) Work as a group on
implementing the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work with teachers from
other grades to ensure
continuity in learning --------- 1
2 3 4
b) Teachers do not have
adequate workspace (e.g., for
preparation, collaboration,
or meeting with students) ---- 1
g) Teachers do not have adequate
support for using
technology --------------------- 1
2 3 4
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219
10
11
How often do you feel the following way
about being a teacher?
Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree
with each of the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- 1
b) I am satisfied with being
a teacher at this school -------- 1
c) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
d) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) My work inspires me ----------- 1 2 3 4
f) I am proud of the work I do --- 1 2 3 4
g) I am going to continue
teaching for as long as I can --- 1
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Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ 1
2 3 4
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
About Teaching the TIMSS Class
220
If you teach more than one advanced mathematics or
physics class, select one of your classes and keep it in
mind as you answer questions 12 through 15.
15
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
12
Not at all
How many students are in this class?
Some
A lot
_____________ students
Write in the number.
13
How many students in this class experience
difficulties understanding spoken English?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
14
a) Students lacking prerequisite
mathematics knowledge
or skills ------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- 1
2 3
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- 1
2 3
d) Students with physical
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
e) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Ask students to explain their
answers ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Encourage classroom
discussions among students -- 1
2 3 4
e) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- 1
2 3 4
f) Ask students to decide their
own problem solving
procedures --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Encourage students to express
their ideas in class ------------- 1
2 3 4
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Teaching Advanced Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
If you teach more than one advanced mathematics
class, select one of your classes and keep it in mind
as you answer questions 16 through 19.
16
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching advanced mathematics to the students in
this class?
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of instructional hours or periods
into minutes.
17
How many minutes per week do you usually spend
preparing to teach this class?
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
8
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18
In teaching advanced mathematics to this class,
how would you characterize your confidence in
doing the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very high
High
Medium
Low
a) Inspiring students to learn
advanced mathematics ------- 1
2 3 4
b) Showing students a variety of
problem solving strategies ---- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging tasks
for the highest achieving
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ----- 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning
advanced mathematics ------- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension of advanced
mathematics ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making advanced mathematics
relevant to students ----------- 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order thinking skills --- 1
2 3 4
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Technology for Teaching
Mathematics to the TIMSS class
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19
Question 20 asks about resources for teaching
mathematics to the students in the TIMSS
class. If you teach more than one advanced
mathematics class, select one of your classes
and keep it in mind as you answer question 20.
In teaching advanced mathematics to this class, how
often do you ask students to do the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain
new mathematics content ---- 1
2 3 4
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Memorize rules, formulas,
procedures, and facts ---------- 1
2 3 4
d) Work problems (individually
or with peers) with my
guidance ----------------------- 1
e) Work problems together in
the whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- 1
f) Work problems (individually
or with peers) while I am
occupied by other tasks ------- 1
g) Solve problems like the
examples in their textbooks -- 1
h) Discuss problem solving
strategies ---------------------- 1
i) Work on problems for which
there is no immediately
obvious method of solution --- 1
j) Communicate their
arguments --------------------- 1
A. Do the students in this class have computers,
tablets, calculators, or smartphones available to
use during their advanced mathematics lessons?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 21)
If Yes,
2 3 4
2 3 4
B. How often do you have the students do
the following activities on computers, tablets,
calculators, or smartphones during advanced
mathematics lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
2 3 4
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
2 3 4
Never or
almost
never
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
k) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1 2 3 4
4
20
a) Read the textbook or
course materials in
digital format ------------------ 1
b) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
2 3 4
2
c) Process and analyze data ------ 1 2
d) Draw graphs of functions ------ 1 2
e) Solve equations ---------------- 1 2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
f) Manipulate algebraic
expressions -------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Conduct modeling and
simulations -------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) Perform numerical
integration --------------------- 1
2 3 4
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Advanced Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS class
223
21
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS Advanced mathematics test. Choose the
response that best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the
curriculum before this year, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but
not yet completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not
yet taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Algebra
a) Operations with exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, and radical expressions---------------------------------- 1
2
b) Operations with complex numbers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Evaluating algebraic expressions (e.g., exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, and radical) ---------------------- 1 2
d) The nth term of arithmetic and geometric sequences and the sums of finite and infinite series --------------------------- 1 2
3
3
3
3
e) Linear, simultaneous, and quadratic equations and inequalities; radical equations,
logarithmic, and exponential equations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
f) Slopes, y-axis intercepts, and points of intersection of straight lines ------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
g Equivalent representations of functions, including composite functions, as ordered pairs, tables, graphs,
formulas, or words ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
h) Properties of functions including domain and range ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2 3
B. Calculus
a) Limits of functions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
b) Conditions for continuity and differentiability of functions ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
c) Differentiation of functions (including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, rational,
and radical functions); differentiation of products, quotients, and composite functions ----------------------------------- 1
2
d) Using derivatives to solve problems (e.g., in optimization and rates of change) -------------------------------------------- 1 2
e) Using first and second derivatives to determine slope and local extrema of functions ------------------------------------- 1 2
f) Using derivatives to determine points of inflection of functions ------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2
g) Integrating functions (including polynomial, exponential, trigonometric, and rational functions);
evaluating definite integrals, including calculation of areas ---------------------------------------------------------------- 1
3
3
3
3
2 3
C. Geometry
a) Properties of geometric figures in two and three dimensions --------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2
b) Properties of vectors and their sums and differences ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2
c) Trigonometric properties of triangles (sine, cosine, and tangent) ----------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
d) Trigonometric functions and their graphs ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 2
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3
3
3
3
5
Mathematics Homework for the TIMSS class
224
Question 22 asks about mathematics homework for the students in the TIMSS class. If you teach more than one
advanced mathematics class, select one of your classes and keep it in mind as you answer question 22.
22
A. Do you assign mathematics homework to this class?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 23)
If Yes,
B. How often do you assign the following kinds of
mathematics homework to this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
a) Doing problem/question sets-- 1
2 3
b) Reading the textbook --------- 1 2 3
c) Memorizing formulas
and procedures ---------------- 1
d) Gathering, analyzing, and
reporting data ----------------- 1
e) Finding one or more
applications of the content
covered ------------------------ 1
2 3
2 3
2 3
f) Working on projects ----------- 1 2 3
6
Never or
almost never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- 1
2 3
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- 1
2 3
Teacher Questionnaire — Advanced Mathematics
11
Professional Development and Activities
23
225
25
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have taught mathematics at the
advanced level?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
_____________ years
Yes
Number of years taught advanced mathematics
No
1 2
b) Mathematics pedagogy/instruction ------------ 1 2
c) Mathematics curriculum ------------------------ 1 2
a) Mathematics content ----------------------------
d) Integrating information technology
into mathematics --------------------------------
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A. Are you a member of the National Council
of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) or the
Mathematics Association of America (MAA)?
Fill in one circle only.
1 2
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
problem solving skills ---------------------------
1 2
f) Mathematics assessment ----------------------- 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs --------- 1 2
B. In the past two years, have you regularly
participated in activities sponsored by the National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) or the
Mathematics Association of America (MAA)?
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Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
Fill in one circle only.
Yes ---
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1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
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In the past two years, have you taken part in any of
the following activities in mathematics?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) I attended a workshop or conference -----------
1 2
b) I gave a presentation at a workshop
or conference ------------------------------------
1 2
c) I took part in an innovative project
for curriculum and instruction ------------------
1 2
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About You
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1
4
A. What year did you start teaching?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
_______________
Please write in a year.
Fill in one circle only.
Did not complete high school ---
1
(If you have not completed
more than high school,
go to question 6)
B. At the end of this school year, how many years
will you have taught altogether?
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Associate’s degree
(2-year college program) ---
2
Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program) ---
3
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister) ---
4
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.) --- 5
2
Are you female or male?
Fill in one circle only.
1
Male --- 2
Female ---
5
During your college or university education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
3
Yes
No
How old are you?
Fill in one circle only.
1
25–29 --- 2
30–39 --- 3
40–49 --- 4
50–59 --- 5
60 or more --- 6
Under 25 ---
1
b) Physics ------------------------------------------- 1
c) Biology ------------------------------------------- 1
d) Chemistry ---------------------------------------- 1
e) Earth Science ------------------------------------ 1
f) Engineering -------------------------------------- 1
g) Education– Mathematics ------------------------ 1
h) Education– Physics ------------------------------ 1
i) Education– Science ------------------------------ 1
j) Education– General ------------------------------ 1
k) Other --------------------------------------------- 1
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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2
2
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School Emphasis on Advanced
Mathematics and Physics Education
School Environment
7
6
How much do you agree with these statements
about advanced mathematics and physics education
within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Agree a lot
Agree a lot
Agree a little
Agree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
Disagree
a lot
a) The school encourages students
to study advanced mathematics
and physics -------------------- 1
b) The school promotes
professional development for
teachers of advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
c) The school provides students
with information about career
options in advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
d) Advanced mathematics and
physics teachers are admired by
other teachers in the school --- 1
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2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) Teachers have high expectations
for student achievement in
advanced mathematics and
physics ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Students at this school respect
students who excel in advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
2 3 4
g) Parents expect their children to
study advanced mathematics
and physics -------------------- 1
2 3 4
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a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ---------- 1
2 3 4
b) I feel safe at this school -------- 1 2 3 4
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- 1
2 3 4
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- 1
2 3 4
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- 1
2 3 4
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- 1
2 3 4
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- 1
2 3 4
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- 1
2 3 4
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9
8
In your current school, how severe is each problem?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
How often do you have the following types of
interactions with other teachers?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Very often
Minor problem
Often
Moderate problem
Sometimes
Serious
problem
a) The school building needs
significant repair -------------- 1
2 3 4
Never or
almost
never
a) Discuss how to teach
a particular topic -------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) Teachers do not have
adequate instructional
materials and supplies -------- 1
b) Collaborate in planning
and preparing instructional
materials ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
d) The school classrooms are not
cleaned often enough --------- 1
c) Share what I have
learned about my
teaching experiences ---------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
e) The school classrooms need
maintenance work ------------- 1
d) Visit another classroom to
learn more about teaching ---- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
f) Teachers do not have adequate
technological resources -------- 1
e) Work together to
try out new ideas -------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
f) Work as a group on
implementing the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Work with teachers from
other grades to ensure
continuity in learning --------- 1
2 3 4
b) Teachers do not have
adequate workspace (e.g., for
preparation, collaboration,
or meeting with students) ---- 1
g) Teachers do not have adequate
support for using
technology --------------------- 1
2 3 4
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10
11
How often do you feel the following way
about being a teacher?
Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree
with each of the following statements.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Very often
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- 1
b) I am satisfied with being
a teacher at this school -------- 1
c) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
d) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) My work inspires me ----------- 1 2 3 4
f) I am proud of the work I do --- 1 2 3 4
g) I am going to continue
teaching for as long as I can --- 1
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Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ 1
2 3 4
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- 1
2 3 4
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If you teach more than one advanced mathematics or
physics class, select one of your classes and keep it in
mind as you answer questions 12 through 15.
15
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
12
Not at all
How many students are in this class?
Some
A lot
_____________ students
Write in the number.
13
How many students in this class experience
difficulties understanding spoken English?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
14
a) Students lacking prerequisite
mathematics knowledge
or skills ------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- 1
2 3
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- 1
2 3
d) Students with physical
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
e) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
disabilities --------------------- 1
2 3
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Ask students to explain their
answers ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Encourage classroom
discussions among students -- 1
2 3 4
e) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- 1
2 3 4
f) Ask students to decide their
own problem solving
procedures --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Encourage students to express
their ideas in class ------------- 1
2 3 4
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Teaching Physics to the TIMSS Class
If you teach more than one physics class, select one
of your classes and keep it in mind as you answer
questions 16 through 19.
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18
16
In teaching physics to this class, how would you
characterize your confidence in doing the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching physics to the students in this class?
Very high
High
Medium
Low
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of instructional hours or periods
into minutes.
17
How many minutes per week do you usually spend
preparing to teach this class?
_____________ minutes per week
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
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a) Inspiring students to learn
physics ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Explaining physics concepts or
principles by doing physics
experiments ------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Providing challenging tasks
for the highest achieving
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Adapting my teaching to
engage students’ interest ----- 1
2 3 4
e) Helping students appreciate
the value of learning physics -- 1
2 3 4
f) Assessing student
comprehension of physics ----- 1
2 3 4
g) Improving the understanding
of struggling students --------- 1
2 3 4
h) Making physics relevant to
students ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
i) Developing students’
higher-order thinking skills --- 1
2 3 4
j) Teaching physics using inquiry
methods ----------------------- 1
2 3 4
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19
In teaching physics to this class, how often do you
ask students to do the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain
new physics content ----------- 1
2 3 4
b) Observe natural phenomena
and describe what they see --- 1
2 3 4
c) Watch me demonstrate an
experiment, investigation,
or simulation ------------------ 1
2 3 4
d) Design or plan experiments,
investigations, or
simulations -------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Conduct experiments,
investigations, or
simulations -------------------- 1
2 3 4
f) Present data from experiments,
investigations, or
simulations -------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Interpret data from experiments,
investigations, or
simulations -------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) Use evidence from experiments,
investigations, or simulations
to support conclusions -------- 1
2 3 4
i) Read their textbooks or other
resource materials ------------- 1
2 3 4
j) Have students memorize facts
and principles ------------------ 1
2 3 4
k) Use scientific formulas and laws
to solve routine problems ----- 1
2 3 4
l) Do field work outside of class - 1 2 3 4
m) Take a written test or quiz ----- 1 2 3 4
2
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Resources for Teaching Physics to the TIMSS class
Questions 20 - 21 ask about resources for
teaching physics to the students in the TIMSS
class. If you teach more than one physics class,
select one of your classes and keep it in mind as
you answer question 20 through 21.
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21
20
A. Do the students in this class have computers,
tablets, calculators, or smartphones available to
use during their physics lessons?
Fill in one circle only.
A. Does your school have a physics laboratory?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
B. Do teachers usually have assistance
available when students are conducting
physics experiments?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 21)
If Yes,
B. How often do you have the students do
the following activities on computers,
tablets, calculators, or smartphones during
physics lessons?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Read the textbook or
course materials in
digital format ------------------ 1
b) Look up ideas and
information -------------------- 1
2 3 4
2
c) Process and analyze data ------ 1 2
d) Draw graphs of functions ------ 1 2
e) Solve equations ---------------- 1 2
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3
3
3
4
4
4
4
f) Manipulate algebraic
expressions --------------------- 1
2 3 4
g) Conduct modeling and
simulations --------------------- 1
2 3 4
h) Perform numerical
integration --------------------- 1
2 3 4
i) Do scientific procedures or
experiments -------------------- 1
2 3 4
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Physics Topics Taught to the TIMSS class
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Question 22 asks about the topics taught and the content covered in teaching physics to the students in the TIMSS class.
If you teach more than one physics class, select one of your classes and keep it in mind as you answer question 22.
22
The following list includes the main topics addressed by the TIMSS Advanced physics test. Choose the response
that best describes when the students in this class have been taught each topic. If a topic was in the curriculum
before this year, please choose “Mostly taught before this year.” If a topic was taught half this year but not yet
completed, please choose “Mostly taught this year.” If a topic is not in the curriculum, please choose “Not yet
taught or just introduced.”
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Mechanics and Thermodynamics
a) Applying Newton’s laws and laws of motion --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Forces, including frictional force, acting on a body -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
c) Forces acting on a body moving in a circular path; the body’s centripetal acceleration,
speed, and circling time ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
b) Charged particles in an electric field ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Electrical circuits; using Ohm’s law and Joule’s law -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
d) Charged particles in a magnetic field ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2
3
3
3
3
d) The law of gravitation in relation to the movement of celestial objects ---------------------------------------------------- 1
e) Kinetic and potential energy; conservation of mechanical energy ---------------------------------------------------------- 1
f) The law of conservation of momentum; elastic and inelastic collisions ----------------------------------------------------- 1
g) The first law of thermodynamics --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
h) Heat transfer and specific heat capacities ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
i) The law of ideal gases; expansion of solids and liquids in relation to temperature change ------------------------------- 1
B. Electricity and Magnetism
a) Electrostatic attraction or repulsion between isolated charged particles – Coulomb’s law -------------------------------- 1
e) Relationship between magnetism and electricity; magnetic fields around electric conductors;
electromagnetic induction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
f) Faraday’s and Lenz’s laws of induction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
C. Wave Phenomena and Atomic/Nuclear Physics
a) Mechanical waves; the relationship between speed, frequency, and wavelength ----------------------------------------- 1
2 3
b) Electromagnetic radiation; wavelength and frequency of various types of waves (radio, infrared, visible light,
x-rays, gamma rays) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
c) Thermal radiation, temperature, and wavelength --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
d) Reflection, refraction, interference, and diffraction ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
e) The structure of the atom and its nucleus; atomic number and atomic mass; electromagnetic emission and
absorption and the behavior of electrons ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1
2 3
f) Wave-particle duality and the photoelectric effect; types of nuclear reactions and their role in nature (e.g., in stars)
and society; radioactive isotopes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
2 3
g) Mass-energy equivalence in nuclear reactions and particle transformations ---------------------------------------------- 1 2 3
4
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Physics Homework for the TIMSS class
241
Question 23 asks about physics homework for the students in the TIMSS class. If you teach more than one physics
class, select one of your classes and keep it in mind as you answer question 23.
23
A. Do you assign physics homework to this class?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
(If No, go to question 24)
If Yes,
B. How often do you assign the following kinds of
physics homework to this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
C. How often do you do the following with the
physics homework assignments for this class?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
a) Doing problem/question sets - 1
2 3
b) Reading the textbook --------- 1 2 3
c) Memorizing formulas
and procedures ---------------- 1
2 3
d) Gathering, analyzing, and
reporting data ----------------- 1
2 3
e) Finding one or more
applications of the content
covered ------------------------ 1
2 3
f) Working on projects ----------- 1 2 3
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Never or
almost never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- 1
2 3
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- 1
2 3
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- 1
2 3
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- 1
2 3
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- 1
2 3
5
Professional Development and Activities
242
26
24
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have taught physics at the advanced level?
In the past two years, have you participated
in professional development in any of the
following?
_____________ years
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Number of years taught physics
Yes
No
1 2
b) Physics pedagogy/instruction ------------------- 1 2
c) Physics curriculum ------------------------------- 1 2
a) Physics content ----------------------------------
d) Integrating information technology
into physics --------------------------------------
27
A. Are you a member of the National Science Teachers
Association (NSTA) or the American Association of
Physics Teachers (AAPT)?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
1 2
e) Improving students’ critical thinking or
inquiry skills -------------------------------------
1 2
f) Physics assessment ------------------------------ 1 2
g) Addressing individual students’ needs ---------- 1 2
B. In the past two years, have you regularly
participated in activities sponsored by the National
Science Teachers Association (NSTA) or the
American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
Fill in one circle only.
25
Fill in one circle only.
1
Less than 6 hours --- 2
6–15 hours --- 3
16–35 hours --- 4
More than 35 hours --- 5
None ---
6
1
No --- 2
Yes --In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal in-service/professional
development (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for physics?
28
In the past two years, have you taken part in any of
the following activities in physics?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
No
a) I attended a workshop or conference -----------
1 2
b) I gave a presentation at a workshop
or conference ------------------------------------
1 2
c) I took part in an innovative project
for curriculum and instruction ------------------
1 2
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School Enrollment and Characteristics
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What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of March 1, 2015?
A. Approximately what percentage of students in
your school have English as their native language?
Fill in one circle only.
_____________ students
1
76 to 90% --- 2
51 to 75% --- 3
26 to 50% --- 4
25% or less --- 5
More than 90% ---
Write in the number.
2
What is the total enrollment of twelfth-grade
students in your school as of March 1, 2015?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
B. Of the students currently enrolled in your school,
what percentage has been identified as limitedEnglish proficient (LEP)/English language learners
(ELL)?
3
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- 1
2 3 4
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ---------------- 1
2 3 4
Fill in one circle only.
1
1 - 5% -- 2
6 - 10% -- 3
11 - 25% -- 4
26 - 50% -- 5
51 - 75% -- 6
76 - 90% -- 7
Over 90% -- 8
0% --
4
Around the first of October 2014, what percentage
of students at this school were eligible to receive
free or reduced-price lunches through the National
School Lunch Program?
_____________ percentage of students
Write in the number.
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A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
What type of school is this?
Fill in one circle only.
Regular public school --
1
A regular public school with
a magnet program --
2
A magnet school or school with a
special program emphasis (e.g.,
Montessori, science/math school,
performing arts school, talented/
gifted school, foreign language
immersion school, etc.) --
3
Special education: a school that
primarily serves students with
disabilities --
4
Fill in one circle only.
1
100,001 to 500,000 people --- 2
50,001 to 100,000 people --- 3
30,001 to 50,000 people --- 4
15,001 to 30,000 people --- 5
3,001 to 15,000 people --- 6
3,000 people or fewer --- 7
More than 500,000 people ---
B. Which best describes the immediate area in
which your school is located?
Alternative: a school designed to
address the needs of students,
typically at risk of educational
failure, which cannot be met in
regular schools --
5
Vocational -- 6
Charter School -- 7
Private (independent) -- 8
Private (religiously affiliated) -- 9
Other -- 0
Fill in one circle only.
Urban–Densely populated ---
1
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
2
Medium size city or large town --- 3
Small town or village --- 4
Remote rural --- 5
8
What percentage of twelfth-grade students in your
school are taking each of the following?
Write in the percent.
a) Advanced Mathematics, such
as calculus courses ------------- _______%
b) Physics, i.e., advanced physics
such as college preparatory
physics or AP Physics ----------- _______%
9
Does your school have a special program or track
to prepare students for courses such as calculus or
advanced physics?
Fill in one circle only.
1
No --- 2
Yes ---
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Instructional Time
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For the twelfth-grade students in your school:
A. How many days per year is your school open for
instruction?
__________ days
Write in the number.
B. What is the total instructional time, excluding
breaks, in a typical day?
__________ hours ___________ minutes
Write in the number of hours and minutes per day.
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the
school open for instruction?
Fill in one circle only.
1
5 1/2 days --- 2
5 days --- 3
4 1/2 days --- 4
4 days --- 5
Other --- 6
6 days ---
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Resources and Technology
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How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A lot
A. General School Resources
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- 1
2 3 4
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- 1
a) Teachers with a specialization
in advanced mathematics ----- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for advanced
mathematics instruction ------ 1
2 3 4
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to advanced mathematics
instruction --------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Calculators for advanced
mathematics instruction ------ 1
2 3 4
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- 1
2 3 4
C. Resources for Physics
Instruction
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- 1
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B. Resources for Advanced
Mathematics Instruction
2 3 4
a) Teachers with a
specialization in physics ------- 1
2 3 4
b) Computer software/
applications for
physics instruction ------------- 1
2 3 4
h) Computer technology for
teaching and learning
(e.g., computers or tablets
for student use) ---------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Library resources relevant
to physics instruction ---------- 1
2 3 4
i) Resources for students
with disabilities --------------- 1
2 3 4
d) Calculators for physics
instruction --------------------- 1
2 3 4
e) Physics equipment and
materials for experiments ----- 1
2 3 4
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School Discipline and Safety
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How much do you agree with these statements
about advanced mathematics and physics
education within your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among twelfth-grade students in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Agree a lot
Minor problem
Agree a little
Moderate problem
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) The school encourages students
to study advanced mathematics
and physics -------------------- 1
b) The school promotes
professional development for
teachers of advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
c) The school provides students
with information about career
options in advanced
mathematics and physics ------ 1
d) The school has initiatives to
promote student interest in
advanced mathematics and
physics (e.g., student clubs,
competitions) ------------------ 1
e) The school has partnership
initiatives with industry/
businesses in advanced
mathematics and physics ------ 1
2 3 4
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late at school --------- 1
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- 1
g) Theft --------------------------- 1
2
2
2
2
2
2
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
i) Physical injury to other
students ------------------------ 1
2 3 4
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- 1
2 3 4
k) Physical injury to teachers
or staff ------------------------- 1
2 3 4
c) Classroom disturbance -------- 1
2 3 4
d) Cheating ----------------------- 1
e) Profanity ----------------------- 1
f) Vandalism ---------------------- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
2 3 4
f) Advanced mathematics and
physics teachers are admired
by other teachers in the school- 1
2 3 4
g) Students at this school respect
students who excel in advanced
mathematics and physics ----- 1
2 3 4
2 3 4
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Principal Experience
and Education
Teachers in Your School
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How difficult was it to fill teaching vacancies for this
school year for the following subjects?
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
_____________ years
Were no vacancies in this subject
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Easy to fill vacancies
Somewhat difficult
Very
difficult
18
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal at this school?
a) Advanced mathematics, such
as calculus ---------------------- 1 2 3 4
b) Advance physics, such as
college preparatory physics
or AP Physics -------------------- 1 2 3 4
c) Computer science/
information technology -------- 1 2 3 4
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
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d) Other --------------------------- 1 2 3 4
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
15
_Fill in only one circle only.
Does your school currently use any incentives
(e.g., pay, housing, signing bonus, smaller classes)
to recruit or retain teachers in the following fields?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
a) Advanced mathematics, such
as calculus ---------------------------------------- 1 2
c) Computer science/information technology ------ 1 2
d) Other ---------------------------------------------- 1 2
Bachelor’s degree (4-year
college program)---- 2
Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)---- 4
20
Do you hold the following degrees in educational
leadership?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Yes
16
No
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Fill in only one circle for each row.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early --- 1 2 3 4
b) Absenteeism-------------------- 1 2 3 4
8
Did not complete Bachelor’s degree
(4-year college program)---- 1
Master’s degree or professional degree
(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---- 3
No
b) Advance physics, such as
college preparatory physics
or AP Physics -------------------------------------- 1 2
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(MD, DDS, lawyer, minister)---------------------- 1 2
b) Doctorate (Ph.D., or Ed.D.)------------------------ 1 2
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Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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