Instructional Video

The High-Stakes Race to Make Quantum Computers Work

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Quantum mechanics just might take computing to a new level. Pupils watch an animated video to learn about quantum computers and how they differ from classical computers. They learn about two current approaches to quantum computing, trapped ions, and superconducting qubits. They then answer a set of multiple choice and open-answer questions to test their knowledge.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have groups research the different approaches to quantum computers and present their findings to the class
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should be familiar with atomic and subatomic particles
  • Knowledge of classical computing is advantageous
Pros
  • Provides a list of resources for further study
  • Thorough explanations make the concept easy to understand
Cons
  • None