In time for the future : a comparative study of mathematics and science education. - 128 p. : ill. ; 30 cm. - Education evaluation reports. . - Education evaluation reports ; 2000. .

Cover title. "June 2000."

Includes bibliographical references.

"The purpose of this study was: to provide comparative information on factors affecting mathematics and science education and achievement in Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands, Ireland and New Zealand; to identify areas of research and/or evaluation that would provide information for decision makers responsible for setting national goals relating to mathematics and science education. The study focused particularly on education at the primary school level or the equivalent"--P. 2.



0478111606 (pbk.)


Third International Mathematics and Science Study


Mathematics--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Korea (South)
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Singapore
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Netherlands
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Ireland
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Elementary)--New Zealand
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Korea (South)
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Singapore
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Netherlands
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)--Ireland
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)--New Zealand
Comparative education

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