A Collaboration to Support Quantum Education

Quantum [Education] Tea Time: The new Q12 Newsletter!

Education Resources for Teachers, Students, and Families

K-12 QISE Framework

Explore how you can incorporate QISE into your instruction! We have collaboratively developed a guide that outlines how quantum fits into K-12 STEM curricula. As quantum learning modules are developed, we will share those and update this framework.

QuanTime

Learn more about QISE with QuanTime! This collection of hands-on activities and educational resources is designed to help teachers and organizations bring QISE opportunities to more learners. Each activity includes teacher and student guides and is designed to last 45-60 minutes.

QISE Careers

Explore what is possible with a QISE career! These resources, designed for middle and high school students, explore the many job titles within QISE, career pathways, and where you can study QISE. Students can also meet QISE professionals to learn more about working in the field.

APS PhysicsQuest Kits

What is it? Each year, the American Physical Society puts together a collection of activities (called PhysicsQuest) that encouraged middle and high school students to explore physics. Each kit has a theme and...

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Quantum is Elementary Teaching Materials

What is it? The Quantum Teaching and Learning in Elementary Classrooms is an NSF funded project focused on bringing quantum concepts to elementary STEM instruction. The project has worked with elementary...

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IBM Quantum Composer Tool

What is it? The IBM Quantum Composer tool is a browser-based tool that allows you to drag and drop elements to create quantum circuits. You can design and test out combinations of quantum gates to create your...

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Holiday Quantum Activity Guide

What is it? The Holiday Quantum Activity Guide is a collection of free, fun activities perfect for the winter months! Designed for those moments when you need a quick, engaging activity without advance planning, the guide includes a variety of...

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The Quantum Computing Coloring Book

What is it? The Drawn to Discovery: The Quantum Coloring Computing Coloring Book is a coloring book containing 24 hand-drawn illustrations about quantum computing. Each illustration is ready to be colored and...

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EPIQC informal activities for early ages

What is it? EPiQC is an NSF-funded quantum computing research program. As part of their education effort, experts in computer science education and early education have developed activities to introduce...

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Textbook: Introduction to Classical and Quantum Computing

What is it? This resource is a textbook that was used in an undergraduate course at Creighton University. It is based on lecture notes and homework problems from a course taught by Prof. Thomas Wong during...

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QIST Faculty Workshops from CSU San Marcos

What is it? Video recordings of two in-person workshops that were hosted by faculty members at California State University, San Marcos. These workshops were held as part of the Quantum Information Science and...

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EdX Course: Introduction to Quantum Computing for Everyone

What is it? This is an online course offered on EdX. It is an introduction to quantum computing aimed at novices and requires learners to have an understanding of basic algebra. The course covers the future...

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Lesson Modules by the Institute for Quantum Computing

What is it? The University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) has created five lesson plans for senior (12th grade) high-school Physics classes, including introductions to superposition,...

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Are you a K-12 educator?

Join the online forum for K-12 educators today! We are currently developing a place for K-12 educators to connect with QISE professionals and their peers to create a supportive environment for those who are interested in incorporating QISE into their instruction.

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Quantum Information Science and Engineering Education in a Nutshell

QISE education at the K-12 level is just getting started. The Q-12 community is focused on developing both informal and formal learning opportunities for teachers, students, and families. These resources include new lessons, events, free access to quantum technologies, and information about careers. The National Q-12 Partnership is compiling information about these resources in a central location, making it easily accessible to teachers, students, families, and policymakers.

Who we are

The National Q-12 Education Partnership includes tech companies, scientific professional societies, academics, and the NSF-funded Q2Work Program. Together, we aim to support and grow a quantum-ready workforce, such that the QIS innovators of tomorrow can make discoveries, invent new technologies and drive societal change. We want to increase opportunities, access, and quality of age-appropriate QIS educational experiences for all students nationwide.

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