AAPT: American Association of Physics Teachers

American Association of Physics Teachers

AAPT® is a professional membership association of scientists dedicated to enhancing the understanding and appreciation of physics through teaching.

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2022 AAPT Summer Meeting

The 2022 AAPT Summer Meeting will be held July 9 - 13.

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Books from AIP Publishing and AAPT

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Join The U.S. Physics Team

Represent the United States at the International Physics Olympiad Competition with other high school students.

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Enriching Physics through Diversity

Explore AAPT's resources on Diversity and Inclusion

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Member Discount Program

Save on Travel, Supplies, Products and Services

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AAPT Member Spotlight

Meet Anne

AAPT has been a part of my professional life from very early on, and it has made all the difference. Yes, teaching physics is fun, and I love working at Eckerd, but connecting to the broader physics teaching community has pushed me to think more broadly about the physics classroom. I’ve taught introductory physics for over 25 years, and because of AAPT, I always have something new to try that will bring fresh energy to the class or lab. And, when I am teaching a class I haven’t taught in years (this year it was Quantum), I find just the resources I need from others– either at conferences or via ComPADRE’s various collections.

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