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This chapter explores how the latter half of the twentieth century afforded opportunities to expand the public schools in a variety of means. It begins with a discussion on equality (presaging the civil rights movements), excellence (specifically in science and math), expansion (accommodating the Baby Boomers and the unintended consequences), expertise (certifying experts and opening the field to more diversity), and emancipation (removing public schools from local control). It concludes with a discussion on the educational legacies of this period and recommendations for further reading. |
