Adopting a paradigm shift framework to promote quantum literacy
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[1] Spelman College
Spelman College
Estados Unidos
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[2] Institute for Future Intelligence, Natick
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- Localización: The Physics Teacher, ISSN 0031-921X, Vol. 63, Nº. 1, 2025, págs. 3-3
- Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
This image signals that this contribution is a featured part of the special collection on “Quantum Science and Technology in the Introductory Physics Classroom.” The recent growth in quantum technologies (quantum computers, quantum sensors, and quantum cryptography) presents a challenge to physics educators aiming to broaden participation in quantum literacy,1 and only 50% of job openings in quantum technology in 2025 are predicted to be filled.2 It is anticipated that quantum technologies will revolutionize vital industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, materials science, and defense,3,4 necessitating a basic introduction to the quantum world for the public at large, especially for employees in these developing industries. The critical question we must address is whether current quantum education effectively introduces quantum concepts like superposition and entanglement to those with minimal science and math backgrounds.5 We argue that, for the most part, it does not, highlighting the urgent need for more research in quantum education
