Into the Quantum World! Introduction to Quantum Computing (middle school)

The Coding School

Into the Quantum World! Join us for an "Introduction to Quantum Computing" workshop designed for middle school students and their families.

<h3>Description</h3><p>At tiny length scales, <strong>smaller</strong> than the cells in our bodies and <strong>smaller</strong> than the atoms that make up those cells, there are <strong>rules that don&#x27;t apply anywhere else!</strong></p><p>In this tiny quantum world, things can be in <strong>two places at once</strong>, <strong>teleport</strong>, and even <strong>go through walls! </strong></p><p>Join us to learn about the <strong>quantum world</strong>, and how it is being used to make the most powerful computers ever - <strong>quantum computers.</strong></p><p>Our instructor, Dr. Sarah Goodman, will walk participants through interactive activities that demonstrate how quantum computers work, and how they are different from classical computers. </p><p>By registering for this event, you (or your parents, if you are under the age of 18) are agreeing to our <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Jv1_yTSXrvCtXsiuzfLxtKBf-z9ypfhUifdaOG6L2jk/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Data Privacy Policy</a>, <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z_x7H5W1hpvp-s7io1iEJKCci7scezxAZ_fNVmyoF5U/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Event Photo Release</a>, and <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QJ05xKi8NfIEKJHM4xkdxaEY3lrk4yjSlBEWpK8NQ1s/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Event Code of Conduct</a>.</p><p>This workshop is part of the Cambridge Science Festival&#x27;s 30 Days of Science. For more information about the festival and other events, visit <a href="https://cambridgesciencefestival.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CambridgeScienceFestival.org</a>. </p><p></p><h3>Who should attend?</h3><p>This workshop is designed for middle school students (parents and families welcome, too!). We also welcome elementary and middle school teachers who want to learn more about quantum. </p><p>Not in middle school? Don&#x27;t worry! We also have a <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-quantum-computing-for-high-school-and-above-registration-145291040413" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">workshop for high school students and above</a>! </p><p>*This is an introductory workshop not intended for students currently enrolled in Qubit by Qubit&#x27;s year-long course. </p><p></p><h3>Event access</h3><p>This event will be hosted via Zoom. We&#x27;ll email the link to you a few days before the event! </p><p></p><h3>About the instructor</h3><p>Dr. Sarah Goodman received her BA in Chemistry from Rutgers University in 2014 and received her PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from MIT in 2020. During her PhD, she worked on improving the efficiency of LEDs as part of the Laboratory for Nanophotonics and Electronics, and improving the experience of graduate students as part of the MIT Graduate Student Council. Sarah’s passion is for teaching, and she has worked with students from the preK-college level. In her free time, Sarah can be found singing, writing, and thinking about the interdisciplinary nature of quantum mechanics. </p>

<h3>Summer programs (for middle school, high school, and university students)</h3><ul><li>Camp options include 1-4 week virtual camps for students grades 6-12 and incoming university students</li><li>Taught live by MIT PhD graduates, including Dr. Sarah Goodman (who led the workshop!)</li><li>Through hands-on activities, students explore exciting topics in quantum computing, such as quantum mechanics and quantum algorithms - they’ll even code on a real quantum computer!</li><li>For more information, visit our <a href="https://www.qubitbyqubit.org/programs" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a></li></ul>

<h3>About Qubit by Qubit</h3><p>Qubit by Qubit is the quantum computing initiative of The Coding School, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering the next generation through code. As a leader in K-12 quantum education, Qubit by Qubit offers accessible, hands-on, and innovative programs for K-12 and university students to learn real quantum skills, run codes on quantum computers, and work alongside leading global quantum researchers. Our programs include: workshops, summer camps, and a year-long quantum computing course. For more information, visit: <a href="https://www.qubitbyqubit.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.qubitbyqubit.org/ </a></p><p></p><p>Questions about the workshop? Email outreach@qubitbyqubit.org. </p>

<h3>About the Cambridge Science Festival's 30 Days of Science</h3><p>This year CSF will be the entire month of April – a 30 day celebration of science. We’re challenging our audience to pledge to spend just a few minutes every day learning about science every day in April. </p><p>Each day, we’ll prompt our audience with an interdisciplinary topic to explore, highlighting curated content from the CSF April Showcase aligning with that day’s theme. </p><p>For more information, visit <a href="https://cambridgesciencefestival.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cambridgesciencefestival.org</a> or <a href="https://cambridgesciencefestival.org/30-days-of-science/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">cambridgesciencefestival.org/30-days-of-science/</a></p>

Our {communityGuidelinesLink} describe the sort of content we prohibit on Eventbrite. If you suspect an event may be in violation, you can report it to us so we can investigate.

To report other categories of prohibited or illegal content, submit {link}

Into the Quantum World! Introduction to Quantum Computing (middle school)

More events from The Coding School

Discover more events from The Coding School, from Science & Tech to other experiences you might love.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all online events to browse and filter by date, category, and more.

Into the Quantum World! Introduction to Quantum Computing (middle school)

More events from The Coding School

Discover more events from The Coding School, from Science & Tech to other experiences you might love.

You might also like...

Browse more events with different dates, prices, and formats to find your next great experience.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all online events to browse and filter by date, category, and more.