In this paper some general findings from educational surveys in science, reading comprehension, and literature are reported. A brief description of the research methodology is given. Science was tested in 19 countries, reading in 15 countries and literature in 10 countries. The target populations in each country are defined. Outcome measures in science and reading were primarily of a cognitive nature, whereas in literature about half were cognitive and the other half were modes of response to literature and interest measures. Highlights of the data analysis and results of the project are noted in this conference speech presented prior to publication of the detailed IEA Six-subject Survey. (SHM)