Bringing science to life: On 17 and 18 February, scientists from Paderborn University, the "Quantum Aktiv F?rderma?nahme" network and representatives of "Quantum Futur Education", both initiatives of the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR), will offer special insights into the world of quantum technologies at the Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum (HNF). In short, interactive sessions aimed in particular at educational stakeholders, the focus will be on the practical and future-oriented communication of quantum technologies in an educational context. Various exhibits and formats invite you to try them out for yourself, discuss them and take away concrete ideas for your own educational work - from didactic concepts to experiments and exhibits as well as learning materials. The target group includes multipliers from the research and education sector as well as representatives of museums and organisations who want to make quantum technologies accessible to a wide audience as part of their educational programmes. Registration is possible at www.hnf.de/veranstaltungen. The event is free of charge.
"We want to find ways to raise awareness of quantum technologies among pupils and students and to inspire future professionals for this exciting future field," says PD. Dr Sonja Barkhofen from Paderborn University, co-initiator of the event. With specialist presentations and a guided tour of the museum, the supporting programme offers a variety of opportunities to share experiences and initiate new collaborations for the future. The keynote speeches will be given by apl. Prof. Dr Doris Reiter, physicist at TU Dortmund University, and Prof. Dr Rainer Müller from TU Braunschweig. Andreas Land from the Stifterverband will speak about the field of Quantum Skills. The experts will specifically address the question of how complex science can be presented in a didactically sound and understandable way.
The event is part of "HedwiQ" ("Introducing Generation Z to the way of thinking in quantum physics") organised by the Paderborn Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems(PhoQS) in cooperation with the HNF. The project is sponsored by the BMFTR and aims to familiarise young people with the quantum mechanical worldview. Experts in quantum physics, technology didactics and museum education are working together to continuously improve the educational programme. "The results provide important insights into how we can effectively educate future generations about quantum mechanics and arouse their interest in new technologies," says project coordinator Prof Dr Klaus J?ns.
Further information can be found on the event website.
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