Global Study Reveals Decline in Math Gains for Girls Post-Pandemic
A recent international study has highlighted a concerning trend in math achievement, showing that girls are falling behind boys in performance. The study, part of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), reveals that since the pandemic, the gender gap in math has widened, with boys outperforming girls in both fourth and eighth grades. Matthias Eck from UNESCO's Section of Education for Inclusion and Gender Equality noted that prior to the pandemic, girls were closing the gap, but recent data indicates a reversal. The study suggests that prolonged school closures and existing gender stereotypes may have contributed to this disparity. 
