Documentary Explores Difficulties Faced By Teachers

The New York Times /WNYC (9/21, Phillips, Subscription Publication) "School Book" blog reports on "American Teacher," a documentary film "that will debut in New York City this Sunday" and "is a rebuttal of sorts to the pundits and politicians who are eager to battle unions and write teachers off as the over-protected recipients of Cadillac benefits, extended summer vacations and low expectations." The Times notes that the film, "which was independently made, now has the backing of both major teachers unions, as well as praise from United States Education Secretary Arne Duncan."