S3·E9 A Class Divided
Synopsis
One day in 1968, Jane Elliott, a teacher in a small, all-white Iowa town, divided her third-grade class into blue-eyed and brown-eyed groups and gave them a daring lesson in discrimination. This is the story of that lesson, its lasting impact on the children, and its enduring power 30 years later.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 Episode 9 of Frontline air?
Season 3, Episode 9 ('A Class Divided') originally aired on March 26, 1985.
How long is Season 3 Episode 9 ('A Class Divided')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Frontline.
What happens in Frontline Season 3 Episode 9?
One day in 1968, Jane Elliott, a teacher in a small, all-white Iowa town, divided her third-grade class into blue-eyed and brown-eyed groups and gave them a daring lesson in discrimination. This is the story of that lesson, its lasting impact on the children, and its enduring power 30 years later....