The Learning
About the Episode
100 years ago, American teachers established the English-speaking public school system of the Philippines. Now, American schools are recruiting Filipino teachers. 'The Learning' is the story of four Filipino women who leave the Philippines to teach in Baltimore. The women bring idealistic visions of the teacher's craft and of life in America, which soon collide with Baltimore's tough realities.
Aired:
09/18/11
| Expires: 12/31/69 | Runtime: 1hr 25m 40s
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Extras
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Thời Thơ Ấu (Childhood)
A Vietnamese American daughter captures her parents on 16mm as they dream of their homeland.8:04 -
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Boat People
Thao recounts the story of her family’s escape through the lens of her fascination with ants.10:24 -
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Set in the heart of the Amazon, a young Ashéninka boy must face his fears and catch a giant catfish.15:24 -
Trailer | Who's Afraid of Nathan Law?
Trailer for Joe Piscatella's film Who's Afraid of Nathan Law?1:04 -
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