TIMSS 2023 Encyclopedia: Australia

Authors

Nicole Wernert, Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)Follow
Catherine Pearn, Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)Follow

Publication Date

2023

Subjects

Mathematics education, Science education, Year 4, Year 8, Primary secondary education, International comparison, Student assessment, Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS)

Abstract

The TIMSS Encyclopedia provides an overview of the national contexts for mathematics and science education in the countries participating in TIMSS 2023. The country chapter on Australia summarises the structure of state and territory education systems, mathematics and science curricula and instruction in primary and secondary year levels, teacher education requirements, and assessment practices.

Recommended Citation

Wernert, N., & Pearn, C. (2024). Australia. In K. Reynolds, C. Aldrich, A. Bookbinder, A. Gallo, M. Von Davier, & A. Kennedy (Eds.), TIMSS 2023 Encyclopedia: Education Policy and Curriculum in Mathematics and Science. Boston College, TIMSS & PIRLS International Study Center. https://timss2023.org/encyclopedia/australia

Copyright Statement

Copyright © 2023 International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA)

Place of Publication

Chestnut Hill, MA

Publisher

TIMSS & PIRLS International Study Center

Geographic Subject

Australia, Australia