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As we see in Chapter I, a trend to extend the length of compulsory education is evident in most European Countries. The length was extended from 10 to 11 years in England, from.8.to 10 years in France (extension to 12 years is considered also), and is extending to 9 years in the Federal Republic of Germany with its final goal of 10 years.
Since eleventh and twelfth grades belong to the last stage of secondary education in every country, the length of compulsory education tends to be extended through these grades. This trend indicates the fact that on one hand the ideal of "secondary education for all" is gradually being put into practice and on the other hand the improvement of educational standards of the whole nation is highly needed. Since the shortage of young workers is a common phenomenon in most European countries, the extension of compulsory education naturally presents a pressing problem, but the improvement of the quality of future generations by enhancing educational standards is considered to be more important.
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