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According to the Book: Using TIMSS to investigate the translation of policy into practice through the world of textbooks
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A holistic view of Textbooks and Educational Opportunity, and Translating Policy into Practice: Measuring Curricular Elements and Content Presentation.Abstract:
Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. Textbooks and Educational Opportunity. 2. Physical Features of Textbooks. 3. Textbook Structure. 4. Content Presentation. 5. Textbook Expectations for Performance. 6. Textbook Lessons. 7. Holistic View of Textbooks. 8. Translating Policy into Practice. References. Appendix A: TIMSS Curriculum Frameworks: Measuring Curricular Elements. Appendix B: List of Exhibits. The Authors.read more
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