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APPENDIX C:
TIMSS 2019 International Final Main Study Questionnaires,
TIMSS 2019 Draft U.S. Adaptations to International Questionnaires,
Summary of Changes from TIMSS 2019 International Field Test
Questionnaires to International Main Study Questionnaires
Submitted by:
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Institute of Education Sciences (IES)
U.S. Department of Education
Washington, DC
September 2018
APPENDIX C:
Appendix C.1: TIMSS 2019 International Final Main Study Questionnaires........................................3
Appendix C.2: TIMSS 2019 Draft U.S. Adaptations to International Questionnaires.......................161
Appendix C.3: Summary of Changes from TIMSS 2019 International Field Test Questionnaires to
International Main Study Questionnaires............................................................................................172
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SCIENCE (TIMSS 2019) MAIN STUDY
OMB # 1850-0695 v.14
APPENDIX C.1:
TIMSS 2019 International Final Main Study Questionnaires
Submitted by:
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Institute of Education Sciences (IES)
U.S. Department of Education
Washington, DC
September 2018
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APPENDIX C.1: TIMSS 2019 International Final Main Study Questionnaires
The final international versions of the TIMSS 2019 main study questionnaires have been made available
and are included in this appendix. The final versions of the TIMSS 2019 main study instruments,
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TIMSS 2019 Grades 4 and 8
TIMSS 2019 Grade 4 School Questionnaire...........................................................................................5
TIMSS 2019 Grade 8 School Questionnaire.........................................................................................17
TIMSS 2019 Grade 4 General Teacher Questionnaire......................................................................... 29
TIMSS 2019 Grade 4 Mathematics Teacher Questionnaire................................................................. 49
TIMSS 2019 Grade 4 Science Teacher Questionnaire......................................................................... 65
TIMSS 2019 Grade 8 Mathematics Teacher Questionnaire................................................................. 81
TIMSS 2019 Grade 8 Science Teacher Questionnaire ........................................................................ 93
TIMSS 2019 Grade 4 Student Questionnaire..................................................................................... 109
TIMSS 2019 Grade 8 Student Questionnaire..................................................................................... 133
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Questionnaire
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
Lynch School of Education
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School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the study.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school
It is estimated that you will need approximately
30 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
principals and department heads who are asked to
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
supply information about their schools. Since your
When you have completed the questionnaire,
school has been selected as part of a nationwide
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
sample, your responses are very important in
return it to:
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
.
.
It is important that you answer each question
carefully so that the information provided reflects
Thank you.
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
Some of the questions will require that you look up
school records, so you may wish to arrange for the
assistance of another staff member to help provide
this information.
TIMSS 2019
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School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
5
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of ?
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
Check one circle only.
A
100,001 to 500,000 people --- A
50,001 to 100,000 people --- A
30,001 to 50,000 people --- A
15,001 to 30,000 people --- A
3,001 to 15,000 people --- A
3,000 people or fewer --- A
More than 500,000 people ---
_____________ students
Write in the number.
2
What is the total enrollment of
students in your school as of ?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
3
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
Check one circle for each line.
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- A
A A A
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ----------------- A
A A A
Check one circle only.
Urban–Densely populated ---
A
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
A
Medium size city or large town --- A
Small town or village --- A
Remote rural --- A
4
Approximately what percentage of students in
your school have as their native
language?
Check one circle only.
A
76 to 90% --- A
51 to 75% --- A
26 to 50% --- A
25% or less --- A
More than 90% ---
School
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Instructional Time
6
For the 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?
__________ minutes
Write in the number of minutes per day.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Check one circle only.
A
5 1/2 days --- A
5 days --- A
4 1/2 days --- A
4 days --- A
Other --- A
6 days ---
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Resources and Technology
10
7
How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by students?
A. Does your school have a school library?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
___________ computers
Write in the number.
(If No, go to #11)
8
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by students?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
If Yes,
B. Approximately how many books (print) with
different titles does your school library have
(exclude magazines and periodicals)?
Yes ---
Check one circle only.
2,000 books or fewer --- A
More than 2,000 books --- A
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
11
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
Does your school have classroom libraries?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
9
Does your school use an online learning
management system to support learning (e.g.,
teacher-student communication, management of
grades, student access to course materials)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
12
Does your school provide students access to digital
learning resources (e.g., books, videos)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
School
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13
How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- A
A A A
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- A
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- A
A A A
A A A
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ A
A A A
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- A
A A A
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- A
A A A
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- A
A A A
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- A
A A A
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ A
A A A
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- A
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A lot
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
A A A
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- A
A A A
A A A
h) Computer technology for
teaching and learning
(e.g., computers or tablets
for student use) ---------------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- A
i) Resources for students with
disabilities ---------------------- A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- A
A A A
d) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- A
A A A
School Questionnaire
Questionnaire
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School Emphasis
on Academic Success
School Discipline
and Safety
14
15
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among students in your school?
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Very high
Minor problem
High
Moderate problem
Medium
Serious
problem
Low
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
a) Arriving late at school --------- A
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- A
A A A
g) Theft --------------------------- A
A
A
A
A
A
A
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
i) Physical fights among
students ------------------------ A
A A A
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
c) Classroom disturbance -------- A
d) Cheating ----------------------- A
e) Profanity ----------------------- A
f) Vandalism ---------------------- A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
16
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
A A A A
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early -- A
A A A
b) Absenteeism ------------------- A A A A
School
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Principal Experience
and Education
School Readiness
17
18
About how many of the students in your school can
do the following when they begin the
of primary/elementary school?
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
_____________ years
Check one circle for each line.
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Less than 25%
25–50%
51–75%
More than
75%
a) Recognize most of the
letters of the alphabet --------- A
b) Read some words -------------- A
c) Read sentences ---------------- A
d) Write letters of the alphabet -- A
e) Write their names ------------- A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
19
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.
20
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
f) Write words other than
their names -------------------- A
A A A
g) Count up to 100 or higher ----- A A A A
h) Recognize written numbers
from 1-10 ---------------------- A
i) Recognize written numbers
higher than 10 ----------------- A
Check one circle only.
A A A
A
j) Write numbers from 1-10 ----- A A
k) Do simple addition ------------ A A
l) Do simple subtraction --------- A A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Did not complete ---
A
---
A
---
A
---
A
21
Do you hold the following qualifications or
credentials in educational leadership?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
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a) ------------------------- A
A
b) -------------------------- A
A
c) -------------------------- A
A
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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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timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2018
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
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Identifi
Identifi
cation
cationLabel
Label
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
School
Questionnaire
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
Lynch School of Education
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School Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the study.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to school
It is estimated that you will need approximately
30 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
principals and department heads who are asked to
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
supply information about their schools. Since your
When you have completed the questionnaire,
school has been selected as part of a nationwide
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
sample, your responses are very important in helping
return it to:
to describe secondary education in .
It is important that you answer each question
.
carefully so that the information provided reflects
the situation in your school as accurately as possible.
Thank you.
Some of the questions will require that you look up
school records, so you may wish to arrange for the
assistance of another staff member to help provide
this information.
TIMSS 2019
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School Enrollment and Characteristics
1
5
What is the total enrollment of students in your
school as of ?
A. How many people live in the city, town, or area
where your school is located?
Check one circle only.
A
100,001 to 500,000 people --- A
50,001 to 100,000 people --- A
30,001 to 50,000 people --- A
15,001 to 30,000 people --- A
3,001 to 15,000 people --- A
3,000 people or fewer --- A
More than 500,000 people ---
_____________ students
Write in the number.
2
What is the total enrollment of
students in your school as of ?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
B. Which best describes the immediate area in which
your school is located?
3
Approximately what percentage of students in your
school have the following backgrounds?
Check one circle for each line.
0 to 10%
11 to 25%
26 to 50%
More than
50%
a) Come from economically
disadvantaged homes --------- A
A A A
b) Come from economically
affluent homes ---------------- A
A A A
Check one circle only.
Urban–Densely populated ---
A
Suburban–On fringe or
outskirts of urban area ---
A
Medium size city or large town --- A
Small town or village --- A
Remote rural --- A
4
Approximately what percentage of students in
your school have as their native
language?
Check one circle only.
A
76 to 90% --- A
51 to 75% --- A
26 to 50% --- A
25% or less --- A
More than 90% ---
Field Test
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Instructional Time
6
For the 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?
__________ minutes
Write in the number of minutes per day.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
C. In one calendar week, how many days is the school
open for instruction?
Check one circle only.
A
5 1/2 days --- A
5 days --- A
4 1/2 days --- A
4 days --- A
Other --- A
6 days ---
23
Questionnaire
School Questionnaire
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Resources and Technology
7
10
How many computers (including tablets) does your
school have for use by students?
A. Does your school have a school library?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
___________ computers
Write in the number.
(If No, go to #11)
If Yes,
8
A. Does your school have a science laboratory that
can be used by students?
B. Approximately how many books (print) with different titles does your school library have (exclude
magazines and periodicals)?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle only.
2,000 books or fewer --- A
A
No --- A
Yes ---
More than 2,000 books --- A
B. Do teachers usually have assistance available when
students are conducting science experiments?
11
Does your school have classroom libraries?
Check one circle only.
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
A
No --- A
Yes ---
12
9
Does your school use an online learning
management system to support learning (e.g.,
teacher-student communication, management of
grades, student access to course materials)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Does your school provide students access to digital
learning resources (e.g., books, videos)?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
Yes ---
School Questionnaire
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13
How much is your school’s capacity to provide instruction affected by a shortage or inadequacy
of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Not at all
A little
A little
Some
Some
A lot
A. General School Resources
B. Resources for Mathematics
Instruction
a) Instructional materials (e.g.,
textbooks) --------------------- A
A A A
b) Supplies (e.g., papers,
pencils, materials) ------------- A
a) Teachers with a specialization
in mathematics ---------------- A
A A A
A A A
c) School buildings and
grounds ------------------------ A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
mathematics instruction ------ A
A A A
d) Heating/cooling and lighting
systems ------------------------ A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to mathematics instruction --- A
A A A
e) Instructional space (e.g.,
classrooms) -------------------- A
A A A
d) Calculators for mathematics
instruction --------------------- A
A A A
f) Technologically competent
staff ---------------------------- A
A A A
e) Concrete objects or materials
to help students understand
quantities or procedures ------ A
A A A
g) Audio-visual resources
for delivery of instruction
(e.g., interactive white
boards, digital projectors) ----- A
45
A lot
C. Resources for Science
Instruction
A A A
a) Teachers with a
specialization in science ------- A
A A A
A A A
h) Computer technology for
teaching and learning
(e.g., computers or tablets
for student use) ---------------- A
A A A
b) Computer software/
applications for
science instruction ------------- A
i) Resources for students with
disabilities ---------------------- A
A A A
c) Library resources relevant
to science instruction ---------- A
A A A
d) Calculators for science
instruction --------------------- A
A A A
e) Science equipment and
materials for experiments ----- A
A A A
Questionnaire
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School Emphasis on Academic Success
14
15
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
How much do you agree with these statements
about mathematics and science education within
your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
a) The school provides students
with information about career
options in mathematics
and science --------------------- A
A A A
b) The school has initiatives to
promote student interest in
mathematics and science
(e.g., student clubs,
competitions) ------------------ A
A A A
c) The school promotes
professional development for
teachers of mathematics and
science-------------------------- A
A A A
d) The school provides extra
lessons to help students excel
in mathematics and science --- A
A A A
e) The school provides special
activities in mathematics and
science for interested
students ------------------------ A
A A A
f) The school has a specific goal
to improve mathematics and
science education -------------- A
A A A
g) The school encourages
students to continue
studying mathematics
and science in the future------- A
A A A
h) Mathematics and science
teachers in this school spend
extra time working with
students interested in
mathematics and science ------ A
A A A
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Principal Experience
and Education
School Discipline and Safety
16
18
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among students in your school?
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal altogether?
Check one circle for each line.
_____________ years
Not a problem
Please round to the nearest whole number.
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late at school --------- A
b) Absenteeism (i.e.,
unjustified absences) ---------- A
c) Classroom disturbance -------- A
d) Cheating ----------------------- A
e) Profanity ----------------------- A
f) Vandalism ---------------------- A
g) Theft --------------------------- A
19
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been a principal at this school?
A A A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
h) Intimidation or verbal abuse
among students (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
i) Physical injury to other
students ------------------------ A
A A A
j) Intimidation or verbal abuse
of teachers or staff (including
texting, emailing, etc.) -------- A
A A A
k) Physical injury to teachers
or staff ------------------------- A
A A A
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
20
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
21
Do you hold the following qualifications or
credentials in educational leadership?
17
To what degree is each of the following a problem
among teachers in your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
Check one circle for each line.
Not a problem
Minor problem
Moderate problem
Serious
problem
a) Arriving late or leaving early -- A
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b) Absenteeism ------------------- A A A A
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a) ------------------------- A
A
b) -------------------------- A
A
c) -------------------------- A
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Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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Identifi
Identifi
cation
cationLabel
Label
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher
Questionnaire
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
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Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information
about teachers’ academic and professional
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in
.
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
.
Thank you.
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
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About You
G1
G5
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
A. During your education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
_____________ years
Yes
Please round to the nearest whole number.
G2
No
A
b) Education—Secondary ------------------------- A
c) Mathematics ------------------------------------- A
d) Science ------------------------------------------- A
e) ----------------------------- A
f) Other --------------------------------------------- A
a) Education—Primary/Elementary --------------
Are you female or male?
Check one circle only.
A
Male --- A
Female ---
G3
How old are you?
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
Under 25 ---
G4
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
A
A
A
A
A
A
B. If your major or main area of study was
education, did you have a
in any of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
A
b) Science ------------------------------------------- A
c) Language/reading ------------------------------- A
d) Other subject ------------------------------------ A
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
--- A
(If you have not completed
, go to #G6)
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
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School Emphasis on
Academic Success
School Environment
G6
G7
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ----------- A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
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A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
l) Collaboration between
school leadership
(including master teachers)
and teachers to plan
instruction---------------------- A
A A A A
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b) I feel safe at this school -------- A A A A
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About Being a Teacher
G8
G9
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.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Check one circle for each line.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Disagree a little
Never or
almost never
Disagree
a lot
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------- A
A A A
d) My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e) I am proud of the work I do --- A A A A
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About Teaching the TIMSS Class
G12
G10
A. How many students are in this class?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
B. How many of the students in #G10A are in
?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
G11
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
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Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
M1
M2
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.
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- A
A A A
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- A
A A A
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Practice procedures
on their own ------------------- A
A A A
e) Apply what they have
learned to new problem
situations on their own -------- A
A A A
f) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- A
A A A
g) Work in mixed ability groups -- A A A A
h) Work in same ability groups -- A A A A
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Using Calculators and Computers for Teaching Mathematics to
the TIMSS Class
M3
M4
Are the students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
Yes, with unrestricted use --- A
A
No --- A
Yes ---
Yes, with restricted use --- A
No, calculators are not permitted --- A
(If No, go to #M5)
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
A A
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
A A
C. How often do you do activities on computers
during mathematics lessons to support learning
for:
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Whole class -------------------- A
A A A
b) Low-performing students ----- A A A A
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c) High-performing
students ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Students with
special needs ------------------ A
A A A
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
M5
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
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 ----------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with whole numbers ------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Concepts of multiples and factors; odd and even numbers ----------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Number sentences (finding the missing number, representing problem situations with number sentences) ------------ A
e) Number patterns (extending number patterns and finding missing terms) ------------------------------------------------ A
f) Concepts of fractions, including representing, comparing and ordering, adding and subtracting simple fractions ------- A
g) Concepts of decimals, including place value and ordering, adding and subtracting with decimals ------------------------ A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B. Measurement and Geometry
a) Solving problems involving length, including measuring and estimating -------------------------------------------------- A
b) Solving problems involving mass, volume, and time ------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Finding and estimating perimeter, area, and volume ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Parallel and perpendicular lines --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
e) Comparing and drawing angles ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
f) Elementary properties of common geometric shapes ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A
g) Three-dimensional shapes, including relationships with their two-dimensional representations ------------------------ A
C. Data
a) Reading and interpreting data from tables, pictographs, bar graphs, line graphs, and pie charts ------------------------ A
A A
b) Organizing and representing data to help answer questions --------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) Drawing conclusions from data displays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
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Mathematics Homework for
the TIMSS Class
M6
Mathematics Assessment of
the TIMSS Class
M7
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on the
following assessment strategies in mathematics?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
Check one circle for each line.
A Lot
A
Some
(Go to #M7)
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week --- A
Every day --- A
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.)
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
e) Long-term projects ------------ A A A
Check one circle only.
M8
A
16–30 minutes --- A
31–60 minutes --- A
More than 60 minutes --- A
15 minutes or less ---
About how often do students in
this class take mathematics tests on computers or
tablets?
Check one circle only.
More than once a month --- A
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Once a month --- A
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
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a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Mathematics
M9
M10
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Mathematics
content -------------------- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
c) Mathematics curriculum -- A A --------------- A
A
A
d) Integrating technology
into mathematics
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
f) Mathematics assessment - A A --------------- A
A
A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------ A
A
b) Mathematics pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----- A
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No
A--------------- A
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
Check one circle only.
A
Less than 6 hours ---- A
6–15 hours ---- A
16–35 hours ---- A
More than 35 hours ---- A
None ----
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Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S1
S2
A. Is science taught mainly as a separate subject (i.e.,
not integrated with other subjects) to the students
in this class?
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle only.
Every or almost every lesson
A
No --- A
Yes ---
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
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.
a) Listen to me explain
new science content ----------- A
A A A
b) Observe natural phenomena
such as the weather or a
plant growing and describe
what they see ------------------ A
A A A
c) Watch me demonstrate an
experiment or investigation --- A
A A A
d) Design or plan experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
e) Conduct experiments or
investigations ------------------ A
A A A
f) Present data from experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
g) Interpret data from experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
h) Use evidence from experiments
or investigations to support
conclusions -------------------- A
A A A
i) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------ A
A A A
j) Have students memorize
facts and principles ------------ A
A
k) Do field work outside the class A A
l) Work in mixed ability groups -- A A
m) Work in same ability groups -- A A
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Using Computers for Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S3
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
science lessons?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
(If No, go to #S4)
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
A A
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
A A
C. How often do you do activities on computers
during science lessons to support learning for:
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Whole class -------------------- A
A A A
b) Low-performing students ----- A A A A
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students ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Students with
special needs ------------------ A
A A A
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Science Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
S4
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Life Science
a) Physical and behavioral characteristics of living things and major groups of living things (e.g., mammals, birds,
insects, flowering plants) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A
b) Major body structures and their functions in humans, other animals, and plants ------------------------------------------ A A
c) Life cycles of common plants and animals (e.g., flowering plants, butterflies, frogs) --------------------------------------- A A
d) Characteristics of plants and animals that are inherited --------------------------------------------------------------------- A A
A
A
A
A
e) Interactions between organisms and their environments (e.g., physical features and behaviors that help living things
survive in their environments) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
f) Relationships in ecosystems (e.g., simple food chains, predator-prey relationships, competition) ------------------------- A A A
g) Human health (transmission and prevention of diseases, everyday behaviors that promote good health) ---------------- A A A
B. Physical Science
a) States of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and their properties (volume, shape) --------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Classifying materials based on physical properties (e.g., weight/mass, volume, state of matter, conductivity
of heat or electricity) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
c) Mixtures, including methods for separating a mixture into its components (e.g., sifting, filtering, evaporation,
using a magnet) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A
d) Properties of magnets (e.g., like poles repel and opposite poles attract, magnets can attract some objects) ------------- A A
e) Physical changes in everyday life (e.g., changes of state, dissolving) -------------------------------------------------------- A A
f) Chemical changes in everyday life (e.g., decaying, burning, rusting, cooking) ---------------------------------------------- A A
g) Common sources of energy (e.g., the Sun, wind, oil) and uses of energy (heating and cooling homes,
providing light) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
h) Light and sound in everyday life (e.g., shadows and reflections, vibrating objects make sound) -------------------------- A
i) Heat transfer (e.g., energy flows from a hot object to a colder object) ------------------------------------------------------- A
j) Electricity and simple electrical circuits (e.g., a circuit must be complete to work correctly) -------------------------------- A
k) Forces that cause objects to move (e.g., gravity, pushing/pulling) or change their motion (e.g., friction) ----------------- A
l) Simple machines (e.g., levers, pulleys, wheels, ramps) that help make motion easier -------------------------------------- A
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
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S4
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
C. Earth Science
a) Physical makeup of Earth’s surface (e.g., land and water in unequal proportions, sources of
fresh and salt water) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Earth’s resources used in everyday life (e.g., water, wind, soil, forests, oil, natural gas, minerals) ------------------------- A
c) Changes in Earth’s surface over time (e.g., mountain building, weathering, erosion) -------------------------------------- A
d) Fossils and what they can tell us about past conditions on Earth ----------------------------------------------------------- A
e) Weather and climate (e.g., daily, seasonal, and locational variations versus long term trends) ---------------------------- A
f) Objects in the Solar System (the Sun, the Earth, the Moon, and other planets) and their movements -------------------- A
g) Earth’s motion and related patterns observed on Earth (e.g., day and night, seasons) ------------------------------------- A
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
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Science Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
Science Homework
for the TIMSS Class
S5
S6
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on the
following assessment strategies in science?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework ---
Check one circle for each line.
A Lot
A
Some
(Go to #S6)
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week --- A
Every day --- A
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.)
Check one circle only.
A
16–30 minutes --- A
31–60 minutes --- A
More than 60 minutes --- A
15 minutes or less ---
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
e) Long-term projects ------------ A A A
S7
About how often do students in this
class take science tests on computers or tablets?
Check one circle only.
More than once a month --- A
C. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Once a month --- A
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Science
S8
S9
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Science
content -------------------- A
No
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
c) Science curriculum -------- A A --------------- A
A
A
d) Integrating technology
into science instruction --- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
f) Science assessment ------- A A --------------- A
A
A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------ A
A--------------- A
A
h) Integrating science
with other subjects
(e.g., mathematics,
technology) --------------- A
A--------------- A
A
b) Science pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----- A
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for science?
Check one circle only.
A
Less than 6 hours ---- A
6–15 hours ---- A
16–35 hours ---- A
More than 35 hours ---- A
None ----
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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Identifi
Identifi
cation
cationLabel
Label
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Mathematics
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
Lynch School of Education
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Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information
about teachers’ academic and professional
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in
.
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
.
Thank you.
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
TIMSS 2019
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About You
G1
G5
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
A. During your education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
_____________ years
Yes
Please round to the nearest whole number.
G2
No
A
b) Education—Secondary ------------------------- A
c) Mathematics ------------------------------------- A
d) Science ------------------------------------------- A
e) ----------------------------- A
f) Other --------------------------------------------- A
a) Education—Primary/Elementary --------------
Are you female or male?
Check one circle only.
A
Male --- A
Female ---
G3
How old are you?
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
Under 25 ---
G4
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
A
A
A
A
A
A
B. If your major or main area of study was
education, did you have a
in any of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
A
b) Science ------------------------------------------- A
c) Language/reading ------------------------------- A
d) Other subject ------------------------------------ A
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
--- A
(If you have not completed
, go to #G6)
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
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School Emphasis on
Academic Success
School Environment
G6
G7
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ----------- A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
A A A A
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
A A A A
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
A A A A
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
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A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
l) Collaboration between
school leadership
(including master teachers)
and teachers to plan
instruction---------------------- A
A A A A
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A A A
b) I feel safe at this school -------- A A A A
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About Being a Teacher
G8
G9
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.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Check one circle for each line.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Disagree a little
Never or
almost never
Disagree
a lot
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------- A
A A A
d) My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e) I am proud of the work I do --- A A A A
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About Teaching the TIMSS Class
G12
G10
A. How many students are in this class?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
B. How many of the students in #G10A are in
?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
G11
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
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Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to
students’ daily lives ------------ A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Bring interesting materials
to class ------------------------- A
A A A
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises
that require them to
go beyond the instruction ----- A
A A A
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
A A A
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G13
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Some
A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A A
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
A
d) Students absent from class ---- A A
e) Disruptive students ------------ A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A A
A
A
A
A
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
h) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
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Test
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Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
M1
M2
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.
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- A
A A A
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- A
A A A
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Practice procedures
on their own ------------------- A
A A A
e) Apply what they have
learned to new problem
situations on their own -------- A
A A A
f) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- A
A A A
g) Work in mixed ability groups -- A A A A
h) Work in same ability groups -- A A A A
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Using Calculators and Computers for Teaching Mathematics to
the TIMSS Class
M3
M4
Are the students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
Yes, with unrestricted use --- A
A
No --- A
Yes ---
Yes, with restricted use --- A
No, calculators are not permitted --- A
(If No, go to #M5)
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
A A
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
A A
C. How often do you do activities on computers
during mathematics lessons to support learning
for:
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Whole class -------------------- A
A A A
b) Low-performing students ----- A A A A
2
c) High-performing
students ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Students with
special needs ------------------ A
A A A
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
M5
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
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 ----------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with whole numbers ------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Concepts of multiples and factors; odd and even numbers ----------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Number sentences (finding the missing number, representing problem situations with number sentences) ------------ A
e) Number patterns (extending number patterns and finding missing terms) ------------------------------------------------ A
f) Concepts of fractions, including representing, comparing and ordering, adding and subtracting simple fractions ------- A
g) Concepts of decimals, including place value and ordering, adding and subtracting with decimals ------------------------ A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B. Measurement and Geometry
a) Solving problems involving length, including measuring and estimating -------------------------------------------------- A
b) Solving problems involving mass, volume, and time ------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Finding and estimating perimeter, area, and volume ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Parallel and perpendicular lines --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
e) Comparing and drawing angles ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
f) Elementary properties of common geometric shapes ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A
g) Three-dimensional shapes, including relationships with their two-dimensional representations ------------------------ A
C. Data
a) Reading and interpreting data from tables, pictographs, bar graphs, line graphs, and pie charts ------------------------ A
A A
b) Organizing and representing data to help answer questions --------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) Drawing conclusions from data displays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
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Mathematics Homework for
the TIMSS Class
M6
Mathematics Assessment of
the TIMSS Class
M7
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on the
following assessment strategies in mathematics?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
Check one circle for each line.
A Lot
A
Some
(Go to #M7)
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week --- A
Every day --- A
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.)
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
e) Long-term projects ------------ A A A
Check one circle only.
M8
A
16–30 minutes --- A
31–60 minutes --- A
More than 60 minutes --- A
15 minutes or less ---
About how often do students in
this class take mathematics tests on computers or
tablets?
Check one circle only.
More than once a month --- A
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Once a month --- A
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never -- A
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
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a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Mathematics
M9
M10
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Mathematics
content -------------------- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
c) Mathematics curriculum -- A A --------------- A
A
A
d) Integrating technology
into mathematics
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
f) Mathematics assessment - A A --------------- A
A
A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------ A
A
b) Mathematics pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----- A
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No
A--------------- A
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
Check one circle only.
A
Less than 6 hours ---- A
6–15 hours ---- A
16–35 hours ---- A
More than 35 hours ---- A
None ----
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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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timss.bc.edu
© IEA, 2018
International Association
for the Evaluation of
Educational Achievement
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Identifi
Identifi
cation
cationLabel
Label
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Science
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
Lynch School of Education
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APPENDIX C.1: TIMSS 2019 INTERNATIONAL FINAL MAIN STUDY QUESTIONNAIRES
Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information
about teachers’ academic and professional
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in
.
helping to describe primary/elementary education in
.
Thank you.
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
TIMSS 2019
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About You
G1
G5
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
A. During your education, what
was your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
_____________ years
Yes
Please round to the nearest whole number.
G2
No
A
b) Education—Secondary ------------------------- A
c) Mathematics ------------------------------------- A
d) Science ------------------------------------------- A
e) ----------------------------- A
f) Other --------------------------------------------- A
a) Education—Primary/Elementary --------------
Are you female or male?
Check one circle only.
A
Male --- A
Female ---
G3
How old are you?
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
Under 25 ---
G4
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
A
A
A
A
A
A
B. If your major or main area of study was
education, did you have a
in any of the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
A
b) Science ------------------------------------------- A
c) Language/reading ------------------------------- A
d) Other subject ------------------------------------ A
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
A
A
A
A
Check one circle only.
Did not complete --- A
--- A
(If you have not completed
, go to #G6)
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
--- A
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School Emphasis on
Academic Success
School Environment
G6
G7
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
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a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ----------- A
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
l) Collaboration between
school leadership
(including master teachers)
and teachers to plan
instruction---------------------- A
A A A A
Teacher
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A A A
b) I feel safe at this school -------- A A A A
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About Being a Teacher
G8
G9
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.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Check one circle for each line.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Disagree a little
Never or
almost never
Disagree
a lot
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
A A A
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------- A
A A A
d) My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e) I am proud of the work I do --- A A A A
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About Teaching the TIMSS Class
G12
G10
A. How many students are in this class?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
B. How many of the students in #G10A are in
?
_____________ students
Write in the number.
G11
How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
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Teacher
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Some lessons
Never
a) Relate the lesson to
students’ daily lives ------------ A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Bring interesting materials
to class ------------------------- A
A A A
d) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises
that require them to
go beyond the instruction ----- A
A A A
e) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
f) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
g) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
h) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
A A A
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G13
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Not at all
Some
A lot
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A A
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
A
d) Students absent from class ---- A A
e) Disruptive students ------------ A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A A
A
A
A
A
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
h) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
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Test
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Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S1
S2
A. Is science taught mainly as a separate subject (i.e.,
not integrated with other subjects) to the students
in this class?
In teaching science to the students in this class, how
often do you ask them to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
Check one circle only.
Every or almost every lesson
A
No --- A
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.
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain
new science content ----------- A
A A A
b) Observe natural phenomena
such as the weather or a
plant growing and describe
what they see ------------------ A
A A A
c) Watch me demonstrate an
experiment or investigation --- A
A A A
d) Design or plan experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
e) Conduct experiments or
investigations ------------------ A
A A A
f) Present data from experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
g) Interpret data from experiments
or investigations --------------- A
A A A
h) Use evidence from experiments
or investigations to support
conclusions -------------------- A
A A A
i) Read their textbooks or
other resource materials ------ A
A A A
j) Have students memorize
facts and principles ------------ A
A
k) Do field work outside the class A A
l) Work in mixed ability groups -- A A
m) Work in same ability groups -- A A
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Using Computers for Teaching Science to the TIMSS Class
S3
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
science lessons?
Check one circle only.
A
No --- A
Yes ---
(If No, go to #S4)
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
A A
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
A A
C. How often do you do activities on computers
during science lessons to support learning for:
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Whole class -------------------- A
A A A
b) Low-performing students ----- A A A A
2
c) High-performing
students ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Students with
special needs ------------------ A
A A A
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Science Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
S4
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Life Science
a) Physical and behavioral characteristics of living things and major groups of living things (e.g., mammals, birds,
insects, flowering plants) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A
b) Major body structures and their functions in humans, other animals, and plants ------------------------------------------ A A
c) Life cycles of common plants and animals (e.g., flowering plants, butterflies, frogs) --------------------------------------- A A
d) Characteristics of plants and animals that are inherited --------------------------------------------------------------------- A A
A
A
A
A
e) Interactions between organisms and their environments (e.g., physical features and behaviors that help living things
survive in their environments) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
f) Relationships in ecosystems (e.g., simple food chains, predator-prey relationships, competition) ------------------------- A A A
g) Human health (transmission and prevention of diseases, everyday behaviors that promote good health) ---------------- A A A
B. Physical Science
a) States of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and their properties (volume, shape) --------------------------------------------------- A
A A
b) Classifying materials based on physical properties (e.g., weight/mass, volume, state of matter, conductivity
of heat or electricity) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A A
c) Mixtures, including methods for separating a mixture into its components (e.g., sifting, filtering, evaporation,
using a magnet) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
A
d) Properties of magnets (e.g., like poles repel and opposite poles attract, magnets can attract some objects) ------------- A A
e) Physical changes in everyday life (e.g., changes of state, dissolving) -------------------------------------------------------- A A
f) Chemical changes in everyday life (e.g., decaying, burning, rusting, cooking) ---------------------------------------------- A A
g) Common sources of energy (e.g., the Sun, wind, oil) and uses of energy (heating and cooling homes,
providing light) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
h) Light and sound in everyday life (e.g., shadows and reflections, vibrating objects make sound) -------------------------- A
i) Heat transfer (e.g., energy flows from a hot object to a colder object) ------------------------------------------------------- A
j) Electricity and simple electrical circuits (e.g., a circuit must be complete to work correctly) -------------------------------- A
k) Forces that cause objects to move (e.g., gravity, pushing/pulling) or change their motion (e.g., friction) ----------------- A
l) Simple machines (e.g., levers, pulleys, wheels, ramps) that help make motion easier -------------------------------------- A
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
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(continued)
S4
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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
C. Earth Science
a) Physical makeup of Earth’s surface (e.g., land and water in unequal proportions, sources of
fresh and salt water) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Earth’s resources used in everyday life (e.g., water, wind, soil, forests, oil, natural gas, minerals) ------------------------- A
c) Changes in Earth’s surface over time (e.g., mountain building, weathering, erosion) -------------------------------------- A
d) Fossils and what they can tell us about past conditions on Earth ----------------------------------------------------------- A
e) Weather and climate (e.g., daily, seasonal, and locational variations versus long term trends) ---------------------------- A
f) Objects in the Solar System (the Sun, the Earth, the Moon, and other planets) and their movements -------------------- A
g) Earth’s motion and related patterns observed on Earth (e.g., day and night, seasons) ------------------------------------- A
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
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Science Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
Science Homework
for the TIMSS Class
S5
S6
A. How often do you usually assign science
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on the
following assessment strategies in science?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign science
homework ---
Check one circle for each line.
A Lot
A
Some
(Go to #S6)
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week --- A
Every day --- A
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.)
Check one circle only.
A
16–30 minutes --- A
31–60 minutes --- A
More than 60 minutes --- A
15 minutes or less ---
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
e) Long-term projects ------------ A A A
S7
About how often do students in this
class take science tests on computers or tablets?
Check one circle only.
More than once a month --- A
C. How often do you do the following with the
science homework assignments for this class?
Check one circle for each line.
Once a month --- A
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Always or almost always
Never -- A
Sometimes
Never or almost
never
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a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students ----- A
A A
b) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
c) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Science
S8
S9
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Science
content -------------------- A
No
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
c) Science curriculum -------- A A --------------- A
A
A
d) Integrating technology
into science instruction --- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
f) Science assessment ------- A A --------------- A
A
A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------ A
A--------------- A
A
h) Integrating science
with other subjects
(e.g., mathematics,
technology) --------------- A
A--------------- A
A
b) Science pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----- A
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for science?
Check one circle only.
A
Less than 6 hours ---- A
6–15 hours ---- A
16–35 hours ---- A
More than 35 hours ---- A
None ----
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
put into completing this questionnaire.
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Identifi
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cationLabel
Label
TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE STUDY
Teacher Questionnaire
Mathematics
TIMSS & PIRLS
© IEA, 2018
International Study Center
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Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information
about teachers’ academic and professional
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in helping
.
to describe secondary education in .
Some of the questions in the questionnaire refer
Thank you.
to the “TIMSS class” or “this class.” This is the class
that is identified on the front of this booklet, and
which will be tested as part of TIMSS in your school.
If you teach some but not all of the students in the
TIMSS class, please think only of the students that
you teach when answering these class-specific
questions. It is important that you answer each
question carefully so that the information that
you provide reflects your situation as accurately as
possible.
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About You
1
4
By the end of this school year, how many years will
you have been teaching altogether?
What is the highest level of formal education you
have completed?
Check one circle only.
_____________ years
Please round to the nearest whole number.
2
Are you female or male?
A
---
A
(If you have not completed
, go to #6)
Check one circle only.
A
Male --- A
Female ---
3
How old are you?
Check one circle only.
A
25–29 --- A
30–39 --- A
40–49 --- A
50–59 --- A
60 or more --- A
Did not complete ---
Under 25 ---
---
A
---
A
---
A
---
A
---
A
5
During your education, what was
your major or main area(s) of study?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
A
b) Biology ------------------------------------------- A
c) Physics ------------------------------------------- A
d) Chemistry ---------------------------------------- A
e) -------------------------------- A
f) Education–Mathematics ------------------------ A
g) Education–Science ------------------------------ A
h) Education–General ------------------------------ A
i) Other --------------------------------------------- A
a) Mathematics -------------------------------------
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A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
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School Emphasis on
Academic Success
School Environment
6
7
How would you characterize each of the following
within your school?
Check one circle for each line.
Thinking about your current school, indicate the
extent to which you agree or disagree with each of
the following statements.
Check one circle for each line.
Very high
Agree a lot
High
Agree a little
Medium
Disagree a little
Low
Disagree
a lot
Very
low
A A A A
b) Teachers’ degree of
success in implementing
the school’s curriculum -------- A
A A A A
c) Teachers’ expectations
for student achievement ------ A
c) This school’s security policies
and practices are sufficient ---- A
A A A
A A A A
d) Teachers’ ability to
inspire students ---------------- A
d) The students behave in an
orderly manner ---------------- A
A A A
A A A A
e) Parental involvement
in school activities ------------- A
e ) The students are respectful
of the teachers ----------------- A
A A A
A A A A
f ) The students respect
school property ---------------- A
A A A
g) This school has clear rules
about student conduct -------- A
A A A
h) This school's rules are
enforced in a fair and
consistent manner ------------- A
A A A
f) Parental commitment to
ensure that students are
ready to learn ------------------ A
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a) This school is located in
a safe neighborhood ----------- A
a) Teachers’ understanding of
the school’s curricular goals --- A
A A A A
g) Parental expectations for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
h) Parental support for
student achievement ---------- A
A A A A
i) Students’ desire to do
well in school ------------------ A
A A A A
j) Students’ ability to reach
school’s academic goals ------- A
A A A A
k) Students’ respect for
classmates who excel
academically ------------------- A
A A A A
l) Collaboration between
school leadership
(including master teachers)
and teachers to plan
instruction---------------------- A
A A A A
A A A
b) I feel safe at this school -------- A A A A
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About Being a Teacher
8
9
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.
Check one circle for each line.
Very often
Check one circle for each line.
Agree a lot
Often
Agree a little
Sometimes
Never or
almost
never
a) I am content with my
profession as a teacher -------- A
b) I find my work full of
meaning and purpose --------- A
A A A
A A A
c) I am enthusiastic
about my job ------------------ A
A A A
d) My work inspires me ----------- A A A A
e) I am proud of the
work I do ----------------------- A
A A A
Disagree a little
Disagree
a lot
a) There are too many
students in the classes --------- A
A A A
b) I have too much material to
cover in class ------------------- A
A A A
c) I have too many teaching
hours --------------------------- A
A A A
d) I need more time to prepare
for class ------------------------ A
A A A
e) I need more time to assist
individual students ------------ A
A A A
f) I feel too much pressure
from parents ------------------- A
A A A
g) I have difficulty keeping up
with all of the changes to the
curriculum --------------------- A
A A A
h) I have too many administrative
tasks --------------------------- A
A A A
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About Teaching the TIMSS Class
10
13
How many students are in this class?
In your view, to what extent do the following limit
how you teach this class?
_____________ students
Check one circle for each line.
Write in the number.
Not at all
Some
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How many students experience
difficulties understanding spoken ?
_____________ students in this class
Write in the number.
a) Students lacking prerequisite
knowledge or skills ------------ A
A A
b) Students suffering from
lack of basic nutrition --------- A
A A
c) Students suffering from
not enough sleep -------------- A
12
How often do you do the following in teaching this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every lesson
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
5
A lot
a) Relate the lesson to students’
daily lives ---------------------- A
A A A
b) Ask students to explain
their answers ------------------ A
A A A
c) Ask students to complete
challenging exercises that
require them to go beyond
the instruction ----------------- A
A A A
d) Encourage classroom
discussions among
students ----------------------- A
A A A
e) Link new content to
students’ prior knowledge ---- A
A A A
f) Ask students to decide
their own problem
solving procedures ------------ A
A A A
g) Encourage students to
express their ideas in class ---- A
A A A
A
d) Students absent from class ---- A A
e) Disruptive students ------------ A A
f) Uninterested students --------- A A
A
A
A
A
g) Students with mental,
emotional, or psychological
impairment -------------------- A
A A
h) Students with difficulties
understanding the
language of instruction ------- A
A A
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Teaching Mathematics to the TIMSS Class
14
15
In a typical week, how much time do you spend
teaching mathematics to the students in this class?
In teaching mathematics to this class, how often do
you ask students to do the following?
Check one circle for each line.
_____________ minutes per week
Every or almost every lesson
Write in the number of minutes per week.
Please convert the number of hours into minutes.
About half the lessons
Some lessons
Never
a) Listen to me explain new
mathematics content ---------- A
A A A
b) Listen to me explain how to
solve problems ---------------- A
A A A
c) Memorize rules, procedures,
and facts ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Practice procedures
on their own ------------------- A
A A A
e) Apply what they have
learned to new problem
situations on their own -------- A
A A A
f) Work problems together in the
whole class with direct
guidance from me ------------- A
A A A
g) Work in mixed ability groups -- A A A A
h) Work in same ability groups -- A A A A
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Using Calculators and Computers for Teaching Mathematics
to the TIMSS Class
16
17
Are the students in this class permitted to use
calculators during mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
A. Do the students in this class have computers
(including tablets) available to use during their
mathematics lessons?
Check one circle only.
A
Yes, with restricted use --- A
Yes, with unrestricted use ---
No, calculators
are not permitted ---
A
No --- A
Yes ---
(If No, go to #18)
A
If Yes,
B. What access do the students have to computers?
Check one circle for each line.
Yes
No
a) Each student has a computer --------------------
A A
b) The class has computers that students can
share ---------------------------------------------
A A
c) The school has computers that the class can
use sometimes -----------------------------------
A A
C. How often do you do activities on computers
during mathematics lessons to support learning
for:
Check one circle for each line.
Every or almost every day
Once or twice a week
Once or twice a
month
Never or
almost
never
a) Whole class -------------------- A
A A A
b) Low-performing students ----- A A A A
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c) High-performing
students ----------------------- A
A A A
d) Students with
special needs ------------------ A
A A A
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Mathematics Topics Taught to the TIMSS Class
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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 , 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.”
Check one circle for each line.
Mostly taught before this year
Mostly taught this year
Not yet taught or
just introduced
A. Number
a) Computing with negative numbers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
A A
b) Concepts of fractions and decimals ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
c) Solving problems involving proportions and percents ----------------------------------------------------------------------- A A A
B. Algebra
a) Simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions --------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Simple linear equations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
c) Simple linear inequalities ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Simultaneous (two variables) equations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
e) Representation of linear and quadratic functions in tables, graphs, words, or equations ---------------------------------- A
f) Properties of functions (slopes, intercepts, etc.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
g) Numeric, algebraic, and geometric patterns or sequences (extension, missing terms, generalization of patterns) ------- A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
C. Geometry
a) Geometric properties of angles, pairs of lines, and geometric shapes (triangles, quadrilaterals, and other
common polygons) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Solving problems involving perimeters, circumferences, and areas --------------------------------------------------------- A
c) Solving problems involving the Pythagorean Theorem ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Translation, reflection, and rotation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A
e) Congruent figures and similar triangles -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
f) Solving problems with three-dimensional shapes--------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
D. Data and Probability
a) Reading and interpreting data from one or more sources to solve problems (interpolating, extrapolating,
drawing conclusions) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A
b) Identifying appropriate procedures for collecting data ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A
c) Organizing and representing data to help answer questions ---------------------------------------------------------------- A
d) Calculating and interpreting statistics summarizing data distributions ----------------------------------------------------- A
e) Theoretical and empirical probability of simple events ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A
f) Theoretical and empirical probability of compound events ----------------------------------------------------------------- A
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Mathematics Homework
for the TIMSS Class
19
Mathematics Assessment
of the TIMSS Class
20
A. How often do you usually assign mathematics
homework to the students in this class?
How much importance do you place on the
following assessment strategies in mathematics?
Check one circle only.
I do not assign mathematics
homework ---
Check one circle for each line.
A Lot
A
Some
(Go to #20)
None
A
1 or 2 times a week --- A
3 or 4 times a week --- A
Every day --- A
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.)
a) Observing students
as they work ------------------- A
A A
b) Asking students to answer
questions during class --------- A
A A
c) Short, regular written
assessments ------------------- A
A A
d) Longer tests (e.g., unit
tests or exams) ----------------- A
A A
e) Long-term projects ------------ A A A
Check one circle only.
21
A
16–30 minutes --- A
31–60 minutes --- A
61–90 minutes --- A
More than 90 minutes --- A
15 minutes or less ---
About how often do students in
this class take mathematics tests on computers or
tablets?
Check one circle only.
More than once a month --- A
C. How often do you do the following with the
mathematics homework assignments for this
class?
Check one circle for each line.
Always or almost always
Once a month --- A
Twice a year -- A
Once a year --- A
Never --- A
Sometimes
Never or
almost never
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a) Correct assignments and
give feedback to students------ A
A A
b) Have students correct
their own homework ---------- A
A A
c) Discuss the homework
in class ------------------------- A
A A
d) Monitor whether or not the
homework was completed ---- A
A A
e) Use the homework to
contribute towards
students’ grades or marks ----- A
A A
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Professional Development to Teach Mathematics
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23
A. In the past two years, have
you participated in
professional development
in any of the following?
B. Do you need
future professional
development in any
of the following?
Check one circle
for each line.
Check one circle
for each line.
Yes
Yes
No
a) Mathematics
content -------------------- A
No
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
c) Mathematics curriculum -- A A --------------- A
A
A
d) Integrating technology
into mathematics
instruction----------------- A
A--------------- A
A
A--------------- A
f) Mathematics assessment - A A --------------- A
A
A
g) Addressing individual
students’ needs------------ A
A
b) Mathematics pedagogy/
instruction----------------- A
e) Improving students’
critical thinking or
problem solving skills ----- A
A--------------- A
In the past two years, how many hours in total
have you spent in formal (e.g., workshops, seminars, etc.)
for mathematics?
Check one circle only.
A
Less than 6 hours --- A
6–15 hours --- A
16–35 hours --- A
More than 35 hours --- A
None ---
Thank You
Thank you for the thought, time, and effort you have
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Teacher Questionnaire
Your school has agreed to participate in TIMSS 2019
Since TIMSS is an international study and all
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science
countries are using the same questionnaire, you may
Study), an educational research project sponsored
find that some of the questions seem unusual or are
by the International Association for the Evaluation
not entirely relevant to you or schools in .
of Educational Achievement (IEA). TIMSS measures
Nevertheless, it is important that you do your best to
trends in student achievement in mathematics and
answer all of the questions so comparisons can be
science and studies differences in national education
made across countries in the studies.
systems in almost 60 countries in order to help
improve teaching and learning worldwide.
This questionnaire is addressed to teachers of
students, and seeks information
about teachers’ academic and professional
It is estimated that you will need approximately
35 minutes to complete this questionnaire. We
appreciate the time and effort that this takes and
thank you for your cooperation and contribution.
When you have completed the questionnaire,
backgrounds, classroom resources, instructional
please place it in the accompanying envelope and
practices, and attitudes toward teaching. Since your
return it to:
class has been selected as part of a nationwide
sample, your responses are very important in helping
.
to describe secondary education in