Institute for Educational Assessment (IEA)

The Institute for Educational Assessment (IEA) is a global organization that specializes in designing, conducting, and analyzing large-scale educational assessments and surveys. Their work helps governments, researchers, and policymakers understand how students perform across different countries and regions. By providing reliable data on student learning and school effectiveness, the IEA supports efforts to improve education quality and equity worldwide. They develop standardized tests, like the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) and Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), ensuring meaningful comparisons and insights into educational progress.