In this paper, we propose the development of a white paper to help students learn about and
manipulate quantum information using mathematical tools in a high school context. We present
an analysis of the teaching of Modern and Contemporary Physics (MCP) in Brazil and its absence
in the curriculum proposed for high school. We discuss the theory of quantum computing, in
particular about logic gates and quantum circuits, with the related mathematical and conceptual
apparatus. We apply three active methods Learning by Doing, Teaching and Learning Sequence,
and Problem-Based Learning. In this way, we have combined Modern and Contemporary Physics
content with active methods and developed a pedagogical product that has been used with high
school students. Also, we discuss the application of the teaching tool with the proposed peda-
gogical proposal to achieve meaningful learning on the students behalf. Finally, after applying
the educational product and analyzing the results obtained, we found, through the resolutions
developed by the students, that they showed interest and skills (mathematical and conceptual)
necessary for understanding the contents of MCP, a factor that contributes, significantly, for the
scientific formation of the students.
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