This discussion of education examines the deficiencies disclosed by new demands made upon educational institutions during World War II. Careful attention is given to the crisis resulting in schools from war service or war industries and to the disappearance in higher education of traditional studies not necessary for winning the war.Originally published in 1948.A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.