Things have changed a lot since then. The public wants teachers of the highest quality educating their children, and they frequently don't think they are getting those teachers. Public pressure has changed educators' attitudes about themselves. Teachers today are openly talking about problems in their classrooms and seeking help from other teachers, guidance counselors, administrators, and parents. Frequent inservice programs help teachers with cooperative learning activities, meaningful assessment, portfolios, and inclusion.
Some teachers complain about the changes, but most are putting the new training to use.
I still have problems occasionally, but I do not hesitate to ask for advice. If a teacher says or does the wrong thing, lawsuits, unemployment, and even killing sprees follow. Teaching is a serious business. Mistakes are unforgivable. If the teacher does well, the student is applauded.