In this article pertaining to the significance of the 1964 amendments to Titles 3 and 11 of the National Defense Education Act, special attention is paid to the funds allocated for reading and English instruction. After a brief explanation of the eligibility requirements, application details, and funding for the reading and English teacher institutes supported by Title 11, there is a more extensive section describing provisions and eligibility criteria for the purchase of materials and equipment as well as information on improvement of supervision. (AF)