University of the Philippines National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (UP NISMED) began planning for quantum computing education on October 1, 2026, with a collaborative meeting with the Quantum Computing Society of the Philippines (QCSP). As an initial step, UP NISMED will host a one-day training workshop in late November focused on building internal expertise, featuring a hands-on Python programming session for its Science and Mathematics Education Specialists.
“Our specialists need to understand quantum computing firsthand so we can collectively design appropriate learning pathways and curricula,” noted UP NISMED Director Dr. Monterola, outlining a plan to pilot a dedicated quantum computing elective at the UP Integrated School.
UP NISMED and QCSP Plan Specialist Training for Quantum Computing
The meeting, held at the UP NISMED complex in Diliman, Quezon City, established a timeline for building teacher expertise and developing new instructional materials. UP NISMED Director Dr. Monterola and QCSP President Bobby Corpus, Jr. discussed strategies to introduce these concepts to high school classrooms, preparing students for emerging technologies. The workshop’s curriculum will combine foundational lectures with a hands-on quantum programming session using Python, a deliberate choice to make the subject accessible for educators.
Select educators from the UP Integrated School, the UP College of Education, and nearby secondary schools are also being considered for participation, broadening the initial impact of the training beyond UP NISMED staff. The institute previously used similar approaches for additive manufacturing, mobile application design and artificial intelligence literacy, indicating a proven framework for successful implementation.
Both organizations are collaborating to create a dedicated Quantum Computing elective package for piloting at UPIS, with the goal of introducing the subject before the next academic year and ensuring Philippine STEM education keeps pace with global advancements in computation.
Our specialists need to understand quantum computing firsthand so we can collectively design appropriate learning pathways and curricula.
Dr. Monterola, UP NISMED Director
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