"Curriculum overhaul triggered by the Sputnik crisis" Crossword Clue

Author: Olivia Langford
Last Updated: 26 Oct 2023

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The Sputnik crisis of the 1950s was a pivotal moment in American education. It triggered a dramatic overhaul of the educational curriculum, which focused on the teaching of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. This shift in focus was seen as essential for the United States to remain competitive in the space race and to ensure that the nation's students were adequately prepared for the future. The legacy of this curriculum overhaul can still be seen today, as STEM subjects remain an important part of the American educational system.

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Olivia Langford is the Senior Editor for NY Crossword Today. Armed with a degree in marketing management, she also has an excellent grasp of business strategies and communication trends. She has served as a consultant for a few companies who were looking to improve their stakeholder management — her efforts have resulted in at least 10% increase in sales as well as 5% increase in positive feedback for those brands. Beyond her accomplishments in the business world, Olivia remains deeply committed to social and environmental causes. Through her advocacy efforts, she has championed issues related to sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and corporate social responsibility. A mother of three kids, Olivia lives in a quaint little house in the Indiana countryside. When not working, she can be found tending to her garden.

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