Diana Franklin

Prof. Franklin is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. She received her B.S. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from UC Davis in 1997 and 2002, respectively.

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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 [...]