The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) was founded in 1930 for the purpose of "dissemination of knowledge of physics, particularly by way of teaching." There are more than 10,000 members in over 30 countries. AAPT publications include two peer-reviewed journals, the ''

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''. The association has two annual National Meetings (winter and summer) and has regional sections with their own meetings and organization. The association also offers grants and awards for physics educators, including the Richtmyer Memorial Award,Richtmeyer Memorial Award, AAPT website
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History

The American Association of Physics Teachers was founded on December 31, 1930, when forty-five physicists held a meeting during the joint APS-AAAS meeting in Cleveland specifically for that purpose. The AAPT became a founding member of the

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after the other founding members were convinced of the stability of the AAPT itself after a new constitution for the AAPT was agreed upon.

Contests

The AAPT sponsors a number of competitions. The

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' roller coaster contest, and the US Physics Team are just a few. The US physics team is determined by two preliminary exams and a week and a half long "boot camp." Each year, five members are selected to compete against dozens of countries in the International Physics Olympiad (IPHO).

References

External links

American Association of Physics Teachers web page

AAPT sponsored events

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