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Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Science
- Daily Tribune
Ministry of Education honours NMS for TIMSS 2023 excellence
The Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma Honored New Millennium School by facilitating the school principal and science and mathematics educators for the outstanding performance of the students in TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) 2023. The school has been placed in the high category for Science and Mathematics. Even where there is a drop in International Average in 2023 TIMSS as compared to 2019 TIMSS, the NMS average has remarkably shown an upward trend. The school average in the TIMSS is much higher than the International Average. The results reflect the school's strong commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and a robust STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum. TIMSS, conducted by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA), is administered every four years and assesses trends in student performance across more than 60 countries. The assessment provides valuable data that helps schools and policymakers improve educational outcomes. The school management expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Education for giving an opportunity to be the part of TIMSS Exam and for facilitating the mentors by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma. Congratulating the students and staff, Principal, Dr Arun Kuumar Sharma said that the remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work of the students, the expertise and commitment of the dedicated teachers, and the support of the school community. He further added that the school is proud to see its students not only meeting but exceeding international benchmarks in Math and Science. School Chairman Dr. Ravi Pillai and Managing Director, Geetha Pillai congratulated the students and their mentors for their commendable performance.
Bahrain This Week
3 days ago
- Science
- Bahrain This Week
Ministry Of Education Honours NMS For Outstanding Performance In TIMSS 2023
The Honorable Minister of Education, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma honored New Millennium School by facilitating the school principal and science and mathematics educators for the outstanding performance of the students in TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) 2023. The school has been placed in the high category for Science and Mathematics. Even where there is a drop in International Average in 2023 TIMSS as compared to 2019 TIMSS, the NMS average has remarkably shown an upward trend. The school average in the TIMSS is much higher than the International Average. The results reflect the school's strong commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and a robust STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum. TIMSS, conducted by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA), is administered every four years and assesses trends in student performance across more than 60 countries. The assessment provides valuable data that helps schools and policymakers improve educational outcomes. The school management expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Education for giving an opportunity to be the part of TIMSS Exam and for facilitating the mentors by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma. Congratulating the students and staff, Principal, Dr Arun Kuumar Sharma said that the remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work of the students, the expertise and commitment of the dedicated teachers, and the support of the school community. He further added that the school is proud to see its students not only meeting but exceeding international benchmarks in Math and Science. School Chairman Dr. Ravi Pillai and Managing Director, Ms. Geetha Pillai congratulated the students and their mentors for their commendable performance.
Biz Bahrain
24-05-2025
- Science
- Biz Bahrain
Education Minister honours 27 schools for 2023 TIMSS results
Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, honoured 27 public and private schools for their performance in the latest 2023 cycle of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), having achieved scores exceeding 550 points in both subjects, placing them at high and advanced performance levels. The ceremony, organised by the ministry, also honoured 86 teachers whose efforts contributed to their fourth-grade and eighth-grade students achieving high scores. Recognition was extended to school coordinators and ministry staff involved in the proper implementation of the study. The minister expressed appreciation to the public and private schools, including their teaching and administrative staff, students, and parents, as well as to the relevant sectors within the ministry for their effective role in supporting the Kingdom of Bahrain's participation in this important international study. Dr. Juma congratulated the honoured schools for their commendable results in the two core subjects, noting that performance in mathematics and science serves as a key indicator of educational development. He highlighted that international studies offer a valuable opportunity to assess performance, analyse results, identify strengths and challenges, and inform evidence based policies that enhance the quality and sustainability of education services. On her part, Dr. Samah Mohammed Al Ajjawi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Development of Education and Learning Policies and Bahrain's National Coordinator for the TIMSS study, said that the ministry is implementing development plans for both subjects, which aim to improve teaching methods, particularly by leveraging artificial intelligence tools. She noted that the TIMSS study plays a key role in assessing how curricula and teaching practices impact student learning, and that its results provide vital indicators for decision makers to design effective development strategies that improve learning outcomes in mathematics and science, essential for building scientifically and technologically advanced societies. BNA(R)
Daily Tribune
23-05-2025
- Science
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Schools Excel Globally
TDT | Manama Bahrain's rising academic standards earned international recognition as 27 public and private schools were honoured for outstanding results in the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), with scores exceeding 550 points in both subjects and placing them at high and advanced performance levels globally. Minister of Education, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma honoured the top-performing schools at a ceremony organised by the ministry, praising their performance and acknowledging their role in strengthening Bahrain's reputation in international academic rankings. The event also recognised 86 teachers, school coordinators, and ministry staff whose efforts helped fourth-grade and eighthgrade students achieve exceptional results. Commitment recognised Dr. Juma expressed appreciation to the teaching and administrative staff, students, parents, and relevant ministry departments for supporting Bahrain's participation in the international study. He noted that success in mathematics and science is a key indicator of educational development and national progress. He added that international assessments like TIMSS are essential for evaluating performance, analysing trends, identifying challenges, and shaping evidence-based education policies that improve quality and sustainability. Forward strategy Dr. Samah Mohammed Al Ajjawi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Development of Education and Learning Policies and Bahrain's National Coordinator for TIMSS, said the ministry is advancing development plans for both subjects, including the adoption of modern teaching strategies that leverage artificial intelligence. She noted that TIMSS provides essential insights into how curricula and teaching approaches influence student learning, helping policymakers build more effective and future-ready education systems, especially in core scientific and technological disciplines.
The South African
02-05-2025
- Science
- The South African
Nearly 500 South African schools do NOT offer mathematics
South Africa's Department of Basic Education (DBE) has disclosed that 464 public high schools across the country currently do not offer mathematics as a subject, raising alarm over the nation's ongoing struggle to improve mathematics proficiency and STEM readiness among learners. The revelation, part of a broader departmental update, underscores serious systemic challenges. KwaZulu-Natal leads with 135 schools not offering mathematics, followed by the Eastern Cape (84), Limpopo (78), and the Western Cape (61). More urbanised provinces such as Gauteng and North West have 31 such schools each, while Mpumalanga has the fewest at 11. According to the DBE, learners begin selecting subject streams in Grade 10, and not all schools have the resources or demand to support both mathematics and mathematical literacy. The department cited limited enrolment, teacher shortages, and budget constraints as key contributing factors. 'While Mathematics remains a high-priority subject, some schools lack sufficient capacity to offer it effectively,' the DBE said. 'We continue to promote its uptake through monthly provincial engagements, professional teacher development, and targeted support interventions.' This comes amid a national decline in mathematics enrolment. Only 34% of matric learners wrote mathematics in 2023 – down from 46% in 2011 – with just 255 762 candidates registered in 2024. Of these, only a small fraction attain the 60% mark required for entry into technical university degrees like engineering and actuarial science. Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube described the decline as a serious threat to South Africa's progress in science, innovation, and economic development. Foundational learning gaps and poor performance on international benchmarks are compounding the crisis. South Africa ranked last in the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), despite assessing learners a grade higher than the global standard to account for academic shortfalls. Gwarube affirmed the DBE's commitment to reform. 'We recognise the urgency and are implementing strategic interventions aligned with global best practices to improve learner participation and performance in mathematics,' she said. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
