Mathematics and Science Education Around the World: What Can We Learn From the Survey of Mathematics ... -- Copyright -- Preface -- Contents -- Overview -- What is the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS)? -- HOW IS OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN VIEWED IN TIMSS? -- WHAT KINDS OF INFORMATION HAVE THE TIMSS RESEARCHERS COLLECTED? -- WHAT ARE SOME OF THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF CROSS-NATIONAL RESEARCH? -- What is the Survey of Mathematics and Science Opportunities (SMSO)? -- What Can Be Learned from the Survey of Mathematics and Science Opportunities (SMSO)? -- WHAT DOES SMSO SAY ABOUT INTENDED CURRICULUM? -- WHAT DOES SMSO SAY ABOUT THE IMPLEMENTED CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES? -- What Questions Might Be Explored with TIMSS? -- Conclusion -- Appendix 1: Participating TIMSS Countries -- Appendix 2: TIMSS Conceptual Model for the Provision of Educational Experiences -- Appendix 3: Aspects and Categories in the TIMSS Mathematics and Science Analytic Frameworks -- Appendix 4: TIMSS Reporting Plans -- Mathematical Sciences Education Board -- COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE EDUCATION K-12.