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.

Learn More

2027 AAPT Winter Meeting

January 9 - 11, New Orleans, LA

Learn More

Coffee Hours

Don't miss these upcoming Virtual Coffee Hours! The events are open to the public.

Learn More

Where Members Find Belonging

AAPT resources provide members with opportunities for connection, collaboration,professional growth, and to contribute to advancing the future of physics education.

Not a member? Join AAPT today!

Join

AAPT 2022 Strategic Plan

A future where the understanding of physics, driven by a vibrant, diverse, and empowered community of educators, researchers, and learners, increasingly benefits the world.

Look at the Plan

Books from AIP Publishing and AAPT

Visit pubs.aip.org to purchase co-published titles at 25% off digital versions. For $30 black-and-white print copies choose myBook.

Browse the Books

Join The U.S. Physics Team

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

Learn More

Enriching Physics through Diversity

Explore AAPT's resources on Diversity and Inclusion

Learn More

AAPT On Demand Store

Check out the latest new products and order today!

Go to the Store

AAPT Member Spotlight

Spotlight

Meet Erin

Sixteen years ago, after graduating from Rutgers with a degree in Exercise Physiology and working at Princeton Medical Center for a few years, I discovered a passion for educating patients and decided to pursue a teaching degree through the alternate route program.

Read more

Social Media

Follow us to keep in touch