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Institutional - includes variables that describe school
characteristics, class size, students' transportation, school
personnel, hiring policy, curriculum choice, homework and discipline
policies, communication with parents, funding, facilities, teaching
resources, principals' views about students' ability and achievement.
Variables are clustered by subthemes, which are presented in
alphabetical order.
Availability of math courses
Number of different available courses for 13 yo and 16 yo
| Variable |
13_# diff math cours |
| Survey question |
How many different mathematics courses are available in your school for 13-year-olds? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_# diff math cours |
| Survey question |
How many different mathematics courses are available in your school for 16-year-olds? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_same math courses |
| Survey question |
Do all or most 13-year-olds in your school follow the same course of study in mathematics? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
16_same math courses |
| Survey question |
Do all or most 16-year-olds in your school follow the same course of study in mathematics? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
13_#math ability grs |
| Survey question |
For 13-year-olds , how many distinct streams or ability groupings exist for mathematics in your school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Streams |
| Variable |
16_#math ability grs |
| Survey question |
For 16-year-olds , how many distinct streams or ability groupings exist for mathematics in your school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Streams |
Class scheduling
Number of days when classes ae scheduled
| Variable |
13_hrs school days |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many hours of instruction are there in a normal school day (excluding recess, lunch breaks, and after-school activities)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_hrs school day |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many hours of instruction are there in a normal school day (excluding recess, lunch breaks, and after-school activities)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_class periods/day |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many class periods are there in a normal school day? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_class periods/day |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many class periods are there in a normal school day? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_class period time |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many minutes long is a normal or average class period? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_class period time |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many minutes long is a normal or average class period? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_semestered course |
| Survey question |
What percentage of all the courses for 13-year-olds in your school are organized on a semester (half-year) basis? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage courses |
| Variable |
16_semestered course |
| Survey question |
What percentage of all the courses for 16-year-olds in your school are organized on a semester (half-year) basis? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage courses |
Class size
Information about math class size
| Variable |
average class size |
| Survey question |
What is the AVERAGE number of students in the mathematics classes you teach this year?students |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
largest class size |
| Survey question |
What is your LARGEST mathematics class size?students |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
smallest class size |
| Survey question |
What is your SMALLEST mathematics class size?students |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
class size_school |
| Survey question |
What is the approximate average class size in your whole school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Class |
| Variable |
Math class size_13yo |
| Survey question |
What is the approximate average class size in your Math age 13 classes? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Class |
| Variable |
Math class size_16yo |
| Survey question |
What is the approximate average class size in your Math age 16 classes? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Class |
Communication with students
Methods to enhance communication with students and parents
| Variable |
stud eval policy |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a written student evaluation policy? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
discipline policy |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a written discipline policy? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
policy_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a written policy on absenteeism? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
policy_homework |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a written policy on homework? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Computer access
Location of computers in school
| Variable |
comp rooms |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Dedicated computer rooms or laboratories where mathematics classes can be scheduled |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
1comp all math class |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? One computer in all or most mathematics classrooms |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
more comp math class |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Multiple computers in all or most mathematics classrooms |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
comp in library |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Computers for student use in library or resource centre |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
comp for teacher use |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Computers for teacher use in mathematics teacher work spaces |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
comp arrang studs |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Other arrangements for student use of computers in classes |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
comp arrang teach |
| Survey question |
For use in mathematics teaching in your school? Other arrangements for teacher use of computers |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Computer availability
Number and use of computers
| Variable |
# comp in school |
| Survey question |
Approximately how many working computers are there in your school (available to the students)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
| Variable |
# comp new software |
| Survey question |
How many of these computers are capable of handling up-to-date software (e.g., Windows-based programs, Web browsers)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
| Variable |
# comp adm purpose |
| Survey question |
How many computers are available to teachers for administrative purposes? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
| Variable |
# comp instr purpose |
| Survey question |
How many computers are available to teachers for instructional purposes? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
| Variable |
# comp within class |
| Survey question |
How many computers are available to students for use within classes? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
| Variable |
# comp out-of-class |
| Survey question |
How many computers are available to students for out-of-class use? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Computers |
District influence
Influence on instructional and non-inctructional school activities_district
| Variable |
district_hiring |
| Survey question |
Influence on Hiring teachers: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_assign |
| Survey question |
Influence on Assigning teachers to classes: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_studplacing |
| Survey question |
Influence on Placing students in classes/courses: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining textbooks to be used: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_homework |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing homework policies: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_discipline |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing discipline policies: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing policies on absenteeism: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_community |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing community relationships: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_parents |
| Survey question |
Influence on Communicating with parents: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_crs content |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining course content: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_crs select |
| Survey question |
Influence on Deciding which courses are offered: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_teach salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Teacher salaries: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_expenditure |
| Survey question |
Influence on Capital expenditures: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Influence on Maintenance: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_staff salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Salaries of non-teaching staff: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_supplies |
| Survey question |
Influence on Materials and supplies: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_instr mat |
| Survey question |
Influence on Instructional materials : District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
district_new techn |
| Survey question |
Influence on New technologies: District |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Enrichment
Information about enrichment programs
| Variable |
enrichment |
| Survey question |
Does your school provide special enrichment programs/activities in mathematics for gifted students? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_groups math class |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Groups are formed within regular mathematics classes. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_outside reg class |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Students are withdrawn from regular classes. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_modif crs gifted |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Separate or modified courses are offered for gifted students. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_after school hrs |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Students are given extra work outside of regular school hours. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_outside school |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Programs are offered outside the school. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_mentorship |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Students are part of a mentorship program. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_advanced crs |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? The school offers advanced course options. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_IB |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? The school offers an International Baccalaureate. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_AP |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Students have the option of advanced placement. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_indiv programs |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Individual programs are planned for the students. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
ER_other |
| Survey question |
How is ENRICHMENT organized? Other (please specify)1 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
ESL and students in need
Percentage of students
| Variable |
ESL students |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students have a first language other than the language of the school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
| Variable |
Special Ed students |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students have learning problems that need special attention? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
| Variable |
single-parent stud |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students come from single-parent families? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
| Variable |
health problems |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students have health or nutrition problems that inhibit learning? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
Extra Help
Information about extra teaching support
| Variable |
extra help teaching |
| Survey question |
Does your school or district provide extra teaching support for students struggling with mathematics? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_groups math class |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Groups are formed within regular mathematics classes. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_outside reg class |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Students are withdrawn from regular classes. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_alternate crs rem |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Separate or modified courses are offered for remediation. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_after school hrs |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Students are given EXTRA HELP outside of regular school hours. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_outside school |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Programs are offered outside the school. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_indiv programs |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Individual programs are planned for the students. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
EH_other |
| Survey question |
How is EXTRA HELP organized? Other (please specify) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Human resources
Information about school personnel
| Variable |
# principals |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# vice-principals |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Assistant or vice-principals |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# head department |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Department heads |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# classroom teachers |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Classroom teachers (including subject specialists) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# other teachers |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Other teachers (e.g., guidance, teacher-librarians) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# teachers aides |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Teacher aides or assistants |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# technicians |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Technicians (including library, computing, laboratory) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# other prof |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Other professionals |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# resource staff |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Resource and Learning Centre teachers |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# special class teac |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Special class teachers |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
# non-prof staff |
| Survey question |
How many (FTE) persons in the following categories? Non-professionals (e.g., clerks, caretakers) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
Inadequacy of building capacity
Shortage or inadequacy of instructional space
| Variable |
short_sch bdg |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Condition of school buildings and grounds |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Heating/cooling/ventilation/lighting systems |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_instr space |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Instructional space (e.g., classrooms) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_spec purp spac |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Special purpose space (e.g., resource rooms, libraries) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Inadequacy of computers
Shortage or inadequacy of computers
| Variable |
short_# comp instr |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Number of computers for instructional use |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_qual comp |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Quality of computers for instructional use |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_# comp math |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Number of computers for mathematics teaching |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_qual comp math |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Quality of computers for mathematics teaching |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Inadequacy of human resources
Shortage of teachers and staff
| Variable |
short_spec teachers |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Specialized teaching staff (e.g., guidance) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_math teachers |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Teachers specialized in mathematics |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_non-teac staff |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Non-teaching staff |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Inadequacy of instructional resources
Shortage of budget, library, audio-visual resources, etc
| Variable |
short_instr material |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Instructional materials (e.g., textbooks) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_budget suppl |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Budget for supplies (e.g., paper, pencils) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_calc math |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Calculators for mathematics teaching |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_spec materials |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Manipulative materials for mathematics teaching |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_library res |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Library resources for mathematics teaching |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
short_audio-visual |
| Survey question |
Instruction limited by shortage or inadequacy of Audio-visual resources |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Influence on school activity & programs
Various influencing factors
| Variable |
infl_province |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Provincial/territory ministry or department of education |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_school board |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? School board or governing body |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_principal |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_teachers collec |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Teachers collectively (in the whole school) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_teachers subj |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Teachers within subject areas |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_teachers indiv |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Individual teachers |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_parent council |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Parent advisory committees or school councils |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_students |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Students (e.g., demand for particular courses) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Textbooks and textbook publishers |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_teachers ext |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Teacher groups external to the school (e.g., district committees, professional associations) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_ext exam, tests |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? External examinations, tests, or standards |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_ext agencies |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? External agencies (e.g., business community) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
infl_religious gr |
| Survey question |
Influence on your school's activities and programs? Church or religious groups |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Instructional disruption
Number of days per year used for activities other than direct instruction
| Variable |
13_# instr days |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many instructional days are there in the school year (include only those days in which students are in class or exams)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_# instr days |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many instructional days are there in the school year (include only those days in which students are in class or exams)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_teacher activ |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many days are provided for teacher activities but not student activities (e.g., professional development days, administrative days, marking exams)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_teacher activ |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many days are provided for teacher activities but not student activities (e.g., professional development days, administrative days, marking exams)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
13_school closing |
| Survey question |
13-year-olds: how many instructional days would you estimate are lost in an average year because of school closings (e.g., snowstorms, heating problems, sports days, etc.)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
16_school closing |
| Survey question |
16-year-olds: how many instructional days would you estimate are lost in an average year because of school closings (e.g., snowstorms, heating problems, sports days, etc.)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
Negative effect on instruction
Factors limiting school's capacity to provide instruction
| Variable |
neg_lack par ent sup |
| Survey question |
To what degree is your school's capacity to provide instruction limited by Lack of parental support for the school |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
neg_range stud abil |
| Survey question |
To what degree is your school's capacity to provide instruction limited by Range of student abilities in the school |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
neg_stud background |
| Survey question |
To what degree is your school's capacity to provide instruction limited by Students' home backgrounds |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
neg_commun conds |
| Survey question |
To what degree is your school's capacity to provide instruction limited by Community conditions (e.g., language, migration) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
neg_bussing of studs |
| Survey question |
To what degree is your school's capacity to provide instruction limited by Bussing of students |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Other influences
Influence on instructional and non-inctructional school activities_other
| Variable |
other_hiring |
| Survey question |
Influence on Hiring teachers: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_assign |
| Survey question |
Influence on Assigning teachers to classes: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_studplacing |
| Survey question |
Influence on Placing students in classes/courses: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining textbooks to be used: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_homework |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing homework policies: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_discipline |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing discipline policies: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing policies on absenteeism: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_communtiy |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing community relationships: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_parents |
| Survey question |
Influence on Communicating with parents: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_crs content |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining course content: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_crs select |
| Survey question |
Influence on Deciding which courses are offered: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_teach salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Teacher salaries: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_expenditure |
| Survey question |
Influence on Capital expenditures: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Influence on Maintenance: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_staff salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Salaries of non-teaching staff: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_supplies |
| Survey question |
Influence on Materials and supplies: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_instr mat |
| Survey question |
Influence on Instructional materials : Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
other_new techn |
| Survey question |
Influence on New technologies: Other |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Parent involvement
The extent to which parents are involved in students' daily activity and future planning
| Variable |
math homework_parent |
| Survey question |
How often do you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) work together on your mathematics homework? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Frenquency |
| Variable |
homework_parent |
| Survey question |
How often do you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) work together on homework in other subjects? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Frequency |
| Variable |
school work_parent |
| Survey question |
How often do you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) work together on homework in other subjects? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Frenquency |
| Variable |
future_parent |
| Survey question |
How often do you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) discuss your future? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Frequency |
| Variable |
daily activ_parent |
| Survey question |
How often do you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) discuss your daily activities? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Frenquency |
| Variable |
par_volunteer class |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents act as volunteers in classrooms or other instructional settings? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_volunt st behav |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents act as volunteers in monitoring student behaviour? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_curriculum |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents serve on committees on matters of curriculum or instruction? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_finances |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents serve on committees on matters of finance or administration? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_staff selection |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents influence the selection of the principal or teachers? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_stud conduct |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents serve on committees on matters of student conduct? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_own children |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents interact with staff on matters affecting their own children? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
par_fundrasing |
| Survey question |
In your school, to what extent do parents help raise funds for the school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Placement decisions
Influence on math colurses and programs taken by students
| Variable |
place_gen acad abil |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? General academic ability |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_prev math ach |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Previous achievement in mathematics |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_entrance exam |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Performance on an entrance examination |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_teach reccom |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Teacher recommendations |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_stud choice |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? The student's own wishes or choices |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_parent choice |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Parent wishes or choices |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_curricular req |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Prerequisites or curricular requirements |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
| Variable |
place_interviews |
| Survey question |
How much influence does the following have in deciding which mathematics courses a student will take? Interviews or oral exams |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of influence |
Principal influence
Influence on instructional and non-inctructional school activities_principal
| Variable |
princ_hiring |
| Survey question |
Influence on Hiring teachers: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_assign |
| Survey question |
Influence on Assigning teachers to classes: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_studplacing |
| Survey question |
Influence on Placing students in classes/courses: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining textbooks to be used: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_homework |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing homework policies: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_discipline |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing discipline policies: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing policies on absenteeism: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_community |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing community relationships: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_parents |
| Survey question |
Influence on Communicating with parents: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_crs content |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining course content: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_crs select |
| Survey question |
Influence on Deciding which courses are offered: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_teach salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Teacher salaries: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_expenditure |
| Survey question |
Influence on Capital expenditures: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Influence on Maintenance: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_staff salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Salaries of non-teaching staff: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_supplies |
| Survey question |
Influence on Materials and supplies: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_instr mat |
| Survey question |
Influence on Instructional materials : Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
princ_new techn |
| Survey question |
Influence on New technologies: Principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
Principals' beliefs about student achievement
Reasons why students (do not) achieve well
| Variable |
princ_st home env |
| Survey question |
There are limits to what a school can accomplish because a student's home environment has a large influence on achievement. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_st hard work |
| Survey question |
Students can achieve at high levels if they work hard. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_st taught well |
| Survey question |
Students can achieve at high levels if they are taught well. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_st spec needs |
| Survey question |
Students can achieve at high levels with adaptations to meet their special needs. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_st diff progr |
| Survey question |
High school students should be streamed into different programs based on their abilities and aptitudes. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_st ability-ach |
| Survey question |
Student ability has a large influence on achievement. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
Provincial influence
Influence on instructional and non-inctructional school activities_province
| Variable |
province_hiring |
| Survey question |
Influence on Hiring teachers: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_assign |
| Survey question |
Influence on Assigning teachers to classes: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_studplacing |
| Survey question |
Influence on Placing students in classes/courses: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining textbooks to be used: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_homework |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing homework policies: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_discipline |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing discipline policies: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing policies on absenteeism: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_communty |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing community relationships: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_parents |
| Survey question |
Influence on Communicating with parents: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_crs content |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining course content: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_crs select |
| Survey question |
Influence on Deciding which courses are offered: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_teach salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Teacher salaries: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_expenditure |
| Survey question |
Influence on Capital expenditures: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Influence on Maintenance: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_staff salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Salaries of non-teaching staff: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_supplies |
| Survey question |
Influence on Materials and supplies: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_instr mat |
| Survey question |
Influence on Instructional materials : Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
province_new techn |
| Survey question |
Influence on New technologies: Province/Territory |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
School characteristics
Information about school type, number of students, governance
| Variable |
principal_school |
| Survey question |
School identification for principal |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
community type |
| Survey question |
In what type of community, town or city is your school located? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
School type |
| Variable |
language_principal |
| Survey question |
the language in which principal filled th questionnaire |
| Data type |
String |
| Coding |
Not applicable |
| Variable |
jurisdiction_school |
| Survey question |
Province or Territory where is the school (principal) located |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Jurisdiction |
| Variable |
school location |
| Survey question |
Where is your school located within the community? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Location |
| Variable |
Pre-kindergarten |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Pre-kindergarten |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Kindergarten |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Kindergarten |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 1 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 1 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 2 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 2 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 3 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 3 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 4 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 4 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 5 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 5 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 6 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 6 |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 7 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 7 (1st Sec. - QC) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 8 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 8 (2nd Sec. - QC) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 9 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 9 (3rd Sec. - QC, Senior I - MB) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 10 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 10 (4th Sec. - QC, Level I - NF, Senior II - MB) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 11 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 11 (5th Sec. - QC, Level II - NF, Senior III - MB) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Grade 12 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Grade 12 (CEGEP 1 - QC, Level III - NF, Senior IV - MB) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
Post-Grade 12 |
| Survey question |
What grade levels are taught in your school? Post-Grade 12 (any program that offers credit beyond Grade 12) |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school type |
| Survey question |
Which of the following best represents the governing structure of your school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
School |
| Variable |
# students_school |
| Survey question |
How many full-time equivalent students are in your school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Number of students |
| Variable |
# students_district |
| Survey question |
If your school is part of a larger school board or district, how many students are in the board or district? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Number of students |
School development
Methods to enhance school improvement and communication
| Variable |
school improvement |
| Survey question |
Does your school have an active school improvement group or team? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
plan for sch improv |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a set of goals or a plan for school improvement? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
collab teachers |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a policy promoting collaboration and sharing among teachers? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
staff meetings |
| Survey question |
Does your school have regular staff meetings (at least once a month)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
policy_excellence |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a policy to recognize teacher excellence? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
advisory council |
| Survey question |
Does your school have a school advisory council? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
School influence
Influence on instructional and non-inctructional school activities_school
| Variable |
school_hiring |
| Survey question |
Influence on Hiring teachers: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_assign |
| Survey question |
Influence on Assigning teachers to classes: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_studplacing |
| Survey question |
Influence on Placing students in classes/courses: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_textbooks |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining textbooks to be used: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_homework |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing homework policies: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_discipline |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing discipline policies: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_absenteeism |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing policies on absenteeism: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_communtiy |
| Survey question |
Influence on Establishing community relationships: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_parents |
| Survey question |
Influence on Communicating with parents: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_crs content |
| Survey question |
Influence on Determining course content: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_crs select |
| Survey question |
Influence on Deciding which courses are offered: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_teach salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Teacher salaries: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_expenditure |
| Survey question |
Influence on Capital expenditures: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_maintenance |
| Survey question |
Influence on Maintenance: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_staff salar |
| Survey question |
Influence on Salaries of non-teaching staff: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_supplies |
| Survey question |
Influence on Materials and supplies: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_instr mat |
| Survey question |
Influence on Instructional materials : School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
| Variable |
school_new techn |
| Survey question |
Influence on New technologies: School |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Yes/No |
School morale
School atmosphere
| Variable |
princ_community supp |
| Survey question |
This school is supported by the community. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_staff morale |
| Survey question |
Staff morale is high in this school. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_school spirit |
| Survey question |
There is a strong school spirit in this school. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
| Variable |
princ_pride in sch |
| Survey question |
Students and staff take pride in this school. |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of agreement |
Teaching load
Math grade levels taught currently
| Variable |
teach assign_13yo |
| Survey question |
What is the most common pattern of teacher assignment for teaching mathematics to 13-year-old students? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Teaching load |
| Variable |
teach assign_16yo |
| Survey question |
What is the most common pattern of teacher assignment for teaching mathematics to 16-year-old students? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Teaching load |
Transportation to school
Travel requirements and available transportation
| Variable |
stud_walking school |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students live within walking distance of the school? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
| Variable |
stud_use transp |
| Survey question |
what percentage of students travel to and from school by subsidized transportation? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Percentage students |
| Variable |
transp restrictions |
| Survey question |
To what extent would you say your school schedule, including starting times and programs outside of regular school hours, is restricted by the travel requirements of students (e.g., bus or drop-off and pick-up)? |
| Data type |
Numeric |
| Coding |
Extent of restriction |
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