This document summarizes the history of education in Turkey from the Ottoman period to present. It discusses how the education system has transitioned from a religious focus to a secular, modernized system following the founding of the Turkish Republic in 1923. However, it notes the system has also faced periods of instability and challenges implementing reforms due to unrealistic timelines and lack of support. The conclusion advocates for gradual education reforms that accommodate both religious and secular values in a way agreed upon by Turkish people.