How investing in tech for teachers can bring equity to education

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Teachers play a critical role in preparing the next generation for a technology-driven 21st century Image: steveriot1/Pixabay

Katherine Maloney

Associate Vice President; Executive Director, Infosys Foundation USA

Tan Moorthy

Executive Vice President, Head Delivery Operations – US, Canada & LATAM, Infosys

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