In January 2017, the first quantum computer was offered to the public and came with 2000 qubits. The breakthrough that makes quantum computing possible is detailed in a video that also discusses how quantum computing will change computers and what opportunities this change will allow.

Concepts

quantum physics, quantum mechanics, binary code

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science

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Instructional Ideas

• Look into current quantum technologies https://phys.org/news/2016-06-quantum-technologies-revolutionize-21st-century.html

Classroom Considerations

• Fits well when teaching quantum technologies, computer programming or security, and qubits
• Carefully display the video so the comments that are on the screen are appropriate for the maturity level of viewers

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides closed captioning in English, Galician, and Korean
• Includes a list of sources for those wishing to understand more about the new technologies

Cons

• None