Timss 2018 Field Test Frequently Asked Questions (faq)

Where can I find more information 
about TIMSS?
Visit the TIMSS website at 
http://nces.ed.gov/timss
.
For additional information about the TIMSS 2018 
field test, contact the TIMSS information hotline 
at 
855-445-5604
or email 
[e-mail]
.
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Document Outline

• Frequently Asked Questions
  • 2018 Field Test
    • What is TIMSS?
    • What is the field test for?
    • Why was my school selected for participation?
    • Why should my school and students participate?
    • Will all our fourth- or eighth-grade students be asked to participate?
    • Who conducts the TIMSS assessment?
    • How are the school and teacher questionnaires administered?
    • Do teachers need to help administer the assessment?
    • Do schools need to provide computer equipment for the field test?
    • When will the field test be conducted?
    • How long does the field test take?
    • What will happen with the collected data?
    • Where can I find more information about TIMSS?