US: American students make gains in math, but not in science
Math gains reported for U.S. students
New York Times December 9, 2008
International science exam shows plateau in U.S. performance
Washington Post December 9, 2008
U.S. students' math, science scores deliver mixed results.
USA Today December 9, 2008
Asians best US students in math and science
Education Week December 9, 2008
Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study, an international survey of student achievement released on Tuesday, reports that fourth and eighth grade students made solid achievement gains in math, but not in science. Several Asian countries continue to outperform the United States.