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Introduction to Quantum Computing for Everyone (edX)

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Introduction to Quantum Computing for Everyone (edX)
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This first course in quantum computing is for novices and requires learners to have only basic algebra. It covers the future impacts of quantum computing, provides intuitive introductions of quantum physics phenomenon, and progresses from single operations to a complete algorithm. Quantum computing is coming closer to reality, with [...]

Teaching Coding in Grades 5-8 with Scratch Encore (edX)

This course introduces teachers and other educators to the basics of teaching programming with Scratch to students in grades 5-8 using Scratch Encore, a culturally responsive, intermediate computer science curriculum. Each week, participants are introduced to key computer science concepts (e.g., loops, synchronization), and then apply those concepts as [...]

Introduction to Quantum Computing for Everyone 2 (edX)

This course focuses on the mathematics, programming, operations, and algorithms of quantum computing. A follow-on to Intro to QC for Everyone 1, this course delves deeper into the mathematical basis for quantum computing and the programming that makes it a reality. Students will be taught all of the mathematical [...]

Critical Issues in Urban Education (edX)

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Critical Issues in Urban Education (edX)
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Debate the polarized issues of education reform with experts from the field, and learn about the history of American public schooling. Urban school reform in the United States is characterized by contentious, politicized debate. This course explores a set of critical issues in the education and educational reform space, [...]

Modeling Climate Change (edX)

Intended for non-specialists, this course starts with basic principles and builds to more complicated, realistic models of the Earth's climate.