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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2023 AAPT Winter Meeting

The 2023 AAPT Winter Meeting was held January 14 - 17.

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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.

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Books from AIP Publishing and AAPT

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

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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

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AAPT Member Spotlight

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Meet Marianna

I had no interest in taking high school physics, my mother made me "you'll like it" she said. I rolled my eyes and did as I was told, very begrudgingly. It took about a week for me to decide I did, in fact, love physics because it gave math meaning and purpose, and it took about 4 weeks to realize I deeply enjoyed helping others come to understand it as well. The summer before my senior year I knew I was going to be a physics teacher.

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