A: Since the 1950s, there have been more and more criticisms of American education from all walks of life, focusing on the poor quality of American education. 1957 When the Soviet satellite was launched into the sky, the American ruling and opposition parties were extremely shocked, and the voice of reforming education was even louder.

From 65438 to 0958, the United States promulgated the national defense education law, the main contents of which are as follows:

First, strengthen the teaching of natural science, mathematics and modern foreign languages in ordinary schools.

Second, strengthen vocational and technical education.

Third, emphasize "gifted education".

Fourth, allocate a large amount of education funds.

The promulgation of the National Defense Education Act is an urgent measure to reform American education and speed up personnel training. The word "national defense" in the bill shows that the US authorities attach great importance to this reform and realize the importance of education in international competition. Education is closely related to national security and the future and destiny of the country. The promulgation of this law is conducive to the development of American education, the improvement of education quality and the cultivation of scientific and technological talents.