Why teach quantum in your own time: the values of grassroots organizations involved in quantum technologies education and outreach

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2025-12-01

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Genenz, Ulrike
Anne, Neelanjana
KILIÇ, ZEYNEP
Mathews, Daniel
Ok, Oya
Schmidt, Adrian
Seskir, Zeki Can

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This paper examines the intersection of goals and values within grassroots organizations operating in the realm of quantum technologies (QT) education. It delineates a fundamental distinction between the objective to provide education and the drive to democratize learning through principles of inclusivity, accessibility, and diversity. The analysis reveals how these organizations navigate their nascent stages, grappling with the dual challenge of adhering to their foundational values while aspiring for sustainable growth and development in the highly specialized field of QT. The study uncovers the strategic approaches adopted by these entities, including efforts to create educational ecosystems and foster community engagement. The research underscores the potential vulnerabilities of these grassroots organizations, particularly in relation to the longevity and evolution of their initiatives as members transition into professional roles within the quantum sector. Through this investigation, the paper contributes to a nuanced understanding of how emerging educational organizations in the QT field balance their ideological commitments with practical growth considerations, highlighting the critical factors that influence their trajectory and impact.

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Democratization, Diversity, Grassroots organizations, Inclusivity, Quantum divide, Quantum ecosystem, Quantum education, Quantum technologies, Workforce development

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https://hdl.handle.net/11511/114819

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