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Direct linkSchmidt, William H.; Burroughs, Nathan A. – Research in Comparative and International Education, 2013
In this article, the authors review International Large-Scale Assessment (ILSA)-based research over the last several decades, with specific attention on cross-national analysis of mean differences between and variation within countries in mathematics education. They discuss the role of sampling design and "opportunity to learn" (OTL)…
Descriptors: International Programs, Measurement, Educational Research, Cross Cultural Studies
Schmidt, William H.; Burroughs, Nathan A. – Research Papers in Education, 2016
The authors review the influence of state, national and international large-scale assessments (LSAs) on education policy and research. They distinguish between two main uses of LSAs: as a means for conducting research that informs educational reform and LSAs as a tool for implementing standards and enforcing accountability. The authors discuss the…
Descriptors: Public Schools, Educational Policy, Student Evaluation, Group Testing
Peer reviewedValverde, Gilbert A.; Schmidt, William H. – Issues in Science and Technology, 1998
The Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) compared mathematics and science scores across 41 countries. American students performed well in science and mathematics in the fourth grade but fell behind their international peers by the eighth grade. Concludes that differences are due to unfocused curriculum, a static conception of…
Descriptors: Achievement Rating, Comparative Analysis, Cross Cultural Studies, Curriculum Evaluation
Schmidt, William H. – Prospects, 1992
Uses three methods to analyze the intended curriculum in countries participating in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). Explains the use of Topic Trace Mapping as a tool to examine the issue of depth versus breadth in the curriculum. Includes three figures illustrating the results of Topic Trace Mapping. (CFR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Education, Cross Cultural Studies, Curriculum Evaluation
Peer reviewedValverde, Gilbert A.; Schmidt, William H. – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 2000
Explores expectations regarding about student performance in educational systems of high-achieving countries using data from the United States and 21 other high-achieving countries that participated in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). Demonstrates that levels of standards relate to levels of student attainment in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Comparative Analysis, Curriculum
