When the pandemic hit, Uruguay’s children had technology on hand

Uruguay’s education system was better prepared for the pandemic than most other countries. They’ve been investing in digital education for years and making it accessible to everyone. Valeria Fernández reports on Plan Ceibal, a 15-year-old program that puts a laptop or tablet in the hands of every public school student. 

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