THE STRUCTURE AND ANALYSIS OF TIMSS TASKS

This article analyzes the components of TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) tasks and explains their role in assessing students’ knowledge in mathematics and science. The study focuses on the types of questions used in TIMSS, including multiple choice, short answer, analytical, and problem-solving tasks. Each type is illustrated with examples to highlight how they measure different cognitive skills and real-life application of knowledge.