The Ottoman Empire was once a feudal military power on three continents, but it gradually declined after Suleiman I. In order to keep the empire strong, it tried to transform itself and enrich Qiang Bing. First, a series of military reforms were carried out, followed by the secularization reform of education. The educational reform has been strongly opposed by religious conservatives, and many factors, such as lack of funds and talents, have also affected the progress of the reform. However, the reform has laid a solid foundation for the secularization education in President Kemal's Republic era, which is of great significance and far-reaching influence.

First, the content of secularization reform of education in the late Ottoman Empire

During the reign of Selim III (1789— 1807), he attached importance to modern military education and learned advanced western military concepts and technologies. During the period of Mahmud II (1808-1839), the emergence of secular spirit promoted the development of education to secularization. During the Tanzimat Movement (1839— 1876), education was formed.

The dual-track situation of religion and secularism; During the period of Hamid II, the establishment of modern secular education system and the achievements of women's education were outstanding.

Second, the significance of the secularization reform of education in the late Ottoman Empire.

The educational reform that lasted for two centuries laid a solid foundation for secularization education in the early Republic, and created favorable conditions for the separation of church and state in President Kemal's Republic era. Without the Westernization Education Reform in the Late Ottoman Empire, I am afraid that Turkish nationals may not be able to receive the secularization education during President Kemal.

To sum up, the secularization reform of education in the late Ottoman Empire was not simply the establishment of secular schools and modern courses. Its significance lies in liberating people's thoughts from the shackles of traditional Islamic religion. This has had a far-reaching impact on the politics, society and culture of the Republic in the future. Secular education in Turkey has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Although there are differences between urban and rural areas in secular education and the proportion of population is different, secularization of education is an unchangeable direction.