U S Students Improve in Science and Math Tests
American students showed small gains on the third international math and science study but lag behind many peers. Fourth graders in 1995 outscored others, while eighth graders in 1999 trailed overall. U S scores were 502 in math and 515 in science with cross nation comparisons and policy notes.
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Sample questions from TIMSS on U S math and science results
A list of eighth grade TIMSS questions with multiple choice answers on iron rust prevention insecticide resistance and math problems. It reports U S performance versus international averages including percentages correct for items four questions.
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Clinton urges teens to seek peace and education in Team Harmony
President Clinton spoke by satellite to Team Harmony gatherings in Boston Johannesburg and Belfast urging Irish and South African teens to pursue peace and better schooling. He praised the group for uniting youths against hatred and promised future help. The program is a collaboration of the Anti-Defamation League Fleet Bank and Boston's five pro sports teams.
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