Webinar: Basics of Quantum Physics & Quantum Bomb Detection

Quantum computing is transforming our understanding of what computers can achieve. In this webinar, Aleksandr Sorokin, one of the authors of the new teaching materials Quantum Computing in STEM Education, will introduce practical approaches to teaching the foundations of quantum physics in upper secondary classrooms.

The webinar is divided into two parts. The first part explores how key concepts of quantum mechanics, including state, measurement, and superposition, can be introduced in an accessible way. In the second part, participants will discover how a simulation of the quantum bomb-testing experiment (the Elitzur–Vaidman experiment) can be used as a classroom activity, enabling students to apply and deepen their understanding of the concepts introduced earlier.

The content of this webinar is primarily aimed at upper secondary physics teachers, but it is open to anyone interested in gaining practical insights from one of the creators of the teaching materials and discovering engaging ways to bring quantum computing into the classroom.

About the Teaching Materials
Developed by Science on Stage Germany in collaboration with teachers from across Europe, Quantum Computing in STEM Education helps bring one of today's most exciting emerging technologies into STEM classrooms. The modular resources cover physics, mathematics, and computer science and can be used as individual lessons, combined into customised learning sequences, or followed through ready-made learning pathways. The materials are freely available and include insights into both the scientific foundations and career opportunities in quantum technologies. Explore the materials: Quantum Computing in STEM Education.

Presenter: Aleksandr Sorokin, teacher and co-author of the teaching material

Participation is free of charge, and certificates of participation will be issued.

Please be aware of your time zone, the webinar is at 16:30-17:30 CET (Berlin time).