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Examining the Examinations

An International Comparison of Science and Mathematics Examinations for College-Bound Students

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Paperback, 320 blz. | Engels
Springer Netherlands | 0e druk, 2011
ISBN13: 9789401066488
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Springer Netherlands 0e druk, 2011 9789401066488
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Examining the Examinations looks at the required advanced science and mathematics examinations taken by university-bound students in seven countries. This research focuses on topics covered, types of questions used, and performance expected from students. The book concentrates on comparisons of the examinations, illustrating their similarities and differences with selected questions taken from the actual examinations. The international comparisons presented offer a window on educational `laboratories' in seven countries.

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ISBN13:9789401066488
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:paperback
Aantal pagina's:320
Uitgever:Springer Netherlands
Druk:0

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List of Figures. List of Tables. Preface. 1. Study Background; E. Britton. Part One: Looking Inside the Examinations. Commentary; P. Black. 2. Comparing Examinations Across Subjects and Countries; E. Britton, et al. 3. Biology Examinations; P. Tamir. 4. Chemistry Examinations; D. Eubanks, L. Eubanks. 5. Physics Examinations; K. Gisselberg. 6. Mathematics Examinations; J. Dossey. Part Two: Understanding the Examination Systems. Commentary; J. Schwille. 7. Comparing Examination Systems; E. Britton, et al. 8. Examination Systems in Seven Countries; S. Hawkins, et al. Appendix A: Augmented TIMSS Curriculum Frameworks, Topics. Appendix B: Technical Notes. References. Index of Sample Examination Questions.

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