The twentieth century meant change for every citizen of the United States. With two World Wars, a severe depression, the struggle for the rights of women and minorities, and amazing technological advancements, the country rose and fell sporadically, but always found itself back on top. Because government, economy, and public interest were the focus of the century, the issue of education was an endless matter. Due to this rise in public concern and involvement in …showed first 75 words of 3262 total…

…showed last 75 words of 3262 total…students to be better prepared for the work force, and have a better chance of succeeding in whichever profession they enter, as well as giving students with special situations a chance to learn at the same level as their peers. Every advancement in regards to education has been a result of the increase in involvement of the government and the public, and it has changed the quality of the country along with many individual lives.