Explore Teaching Resources with AIP Publishing
Tools and insights to inspire physics teaching.
Explore teaching resources for physics instructors at every stage—from classroom-focused journals to tutorials across our portfolio, student programs, and faculty career opportunities. Discover tools to enhance your teaching and support the next generation of scientists.
Journals Dedicated to Classroom Teaching
American Journal of Physics
The American Journal of Physics publishes papers that will support, inform, and delight a diverse audience of college and university physics teachers. Contents include novel approaches to classroom and laboratory instruction, insightful articles on topics in classical and modern physics, apparatus notes, historical or cultural topics, book reviews, resource letters, and award talks.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Clear explanations of important physics concepts
- Instructional laboratories and demonstrations
- Computational approaches for teaching physics
- Video abstracts to visualize popular articles and see physics in action
- Resource Letters: Annotated bibliographies with expert commentary that introduce physics topics for nonspecialists and support teaching at the undergraduate level
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The Physics Teacher
The Physics Teacher publishes peer-reviewed papers on the teaching of introductory physics and on topics such as contemporary physics, applied physics, and the history of physics. Dedicated to strengthening the teaching of introductory physics at all levels, including secondary schools, colleges, and universities, the journal provides peer-reviewed content and materials to be used in classrooms and instructional laboratories.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Innovative physics demonstrations and lab experiments
- Classroom activities and problem ideas
- Ideas for presenting difficult concepts more clearly
- Video abstracts to visualize popular articles and see physics in action
- Short articles connecting everyday phenomena with physics principles
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Tutorials Across Our Portfolio
Many of our AIP Publishing and partner journals feature peer reviewed, expertly written tutorials that help researchers and students quickly gain a working understanding of emerging techniques, experimental methods, and theoretical frameworks. These in-depth articles are designed to guide readers through complex topics step-by-step, offering practical insights and foundational explanations from leaders in the field.
Tutorials serve as invaluable resources: to help both early-stage and senior researchers venturing into new fields, bridging knowledge gaps and fostering the education of the next generation of researchers.
Explore tutorials across our portfolio, including:
- APL Computational Physics (coming soon)
- APL Machine Learning
- APL Photonics
- APL Quantum
- Journal of Applied Physics
- The Journal of Chemical Physics
- Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy
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Member Society Spotlight: American Association of Physics Teachers
The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) is a professional membership association of scientists dedicated to enhancing the understanding and appreciation of physics through teaching. Founded in 1930, the society brings together more than 10,000 educators, researchers, and students committed to advancing physics education through collaboration, professional development, and teaching practices.
AAPT supports physics educators through conferences, workshops, and symposia throughout the year to provide further opportunities for professional development and knowledge sharing. AAPT also publishes leading journals in physics education, including American Journal of Physics and The Physics Teacher, helping educators stay connected to the latest developments in teaching and learning.
Student & Teaching Resources from AIP
The American Institute of Physics (AIP) provides a wide range of resources designed to support students, educators, and the broader physics community. From professional societies to help students build their skills to policy insights and data about the physics workforce, AIP helps learners and instructors stay connected to the evolving landscape of physics education and research.
Through AIP, students and educators can access:
- Physics education and workforce insights
- The Society of Physics Students (SPS) and Sigma Pi Sigma
- Programs supporting diversity and inclusion in the physical sciences
Find Your Next Physics Role
Looking for your next academic opportunity? The career center from Physics Today connects physicists with faculty positions, research roles, and industry opportunities around the world.
Whether you are searching for your first academic appointment or exploring new career paths, the Physics Today job board features openings for:
- Physics faculty and professor positions
- Research scientist roles
- Postdoctoral appointments
- Leadership opportunities in academia and industry
Start exploring current openings and advance your career in physics.
Featured AIP Conference Proceedings
AIP Conference Proceedings has been a trusted publishing partner for more than 40 years, delivering fast, affordable, and versatile publishing for maximum exposure of your meeting’s key research. Below are just a few of the Proceedings that are rooted in education research.
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AIP Publishing Books
Our books offer reliable resources for students and researchers in the physical sciences. Whether you’re building expertise, exploring new topics, or learning advanced techniques for data collection and analysis, our titles provide clear guidance to support learning and research.