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| Abstract Title: | Investigating High School and Pre-High School Teachers’ Perceptions and Experiences Introducing Quantum Concepts: A Survey of QuanTime and other Quant |
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| Abstract Type: | Contributed Poster Presentation |
| Abstract: | This study investigates the effectiveness of QuanTime and other quantum-related activities in promoting quantum literacy and introducing foundational quantum concepts to K-12 students, with the goal of preparing a diverse future workforce in quantum information science and technology (QIST). Teachers were divided into two groups: pre-high school (grades 4-8) and high school (grades 9-12). We used a survey featuring 12 Likert-scale questions and 14 open-ended responses to assess teachers' perceptions, engagement, and feedback about engaging in QuanTime and other quantum-related activities. Approximately two-thirds of the teachers responding to the survey implemented QuanTime activities in their classes. High school teachers who responded to the survey were most likely to use activities like Wave-Particle Duality and Electron Transitions while pre-high school teachers showed strong interest in Art & Polarization. Open-ended feedback highlighted the ease of integrating these activities into existing curricula and the minimal preparation required, making them accessible for educators. The positive reception across both groups indicates that QuanTime and other quantum-related activities are valuable tools for early-age quantum education. By sparking interest in quantum concepts from a young age, these activities have the potential to build a foundational understanding and inspire a diverse group of students, equipping them for future opportunities in the growing field of QIST. |
| Session Time: | Poster Session B |
| Poster Number: | B-67 |
Author/Organizer Information | |
| Primary Contact: |
Apekshya Ghimire University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Phone: 4126087695 |
| Co-Author(s) and Co-Presenter(s) |
Jaya Shivangani Kashyap, University of Pittsburgh Emily Edwards, Duke University Diana Franklin, University of Chicago Chandralekha Singh, University of Pittsburgh |
