Which of the following best explains the changes in higher education in Oklahoma in the 60s and 70s?

Question

A.
Oklahomans ignored higher education and focused only on elementary school.
B.
Oklahomans established vocational and occupational schools that later became community colleges.
C.
Oklahomans decreased funding to vocational-tech schools and instead funded the University of Oklahoma.
D.
Oklahomans funded only four-year colleges, focusing only on supporting major universities.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

The best answer that explains the changes in higher education in Oklahoma in the 60s and 70s is:

B. Oklahomans established vocational and occupational schools that later became community colleges.

During this time, there was a significant push to expand access to higher education, including the establishment and growth of community colleges and vocational education programs.