How to Join the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PTEC)

Your department is invited to join the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PTEC), an association of institutions of higher education dedicated to the improvement of physics and physical science teacher education. PTEC is a project of the American Physical Society (APS), the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT), and the American Institute of Physics (AIP), and covers a broad spectrum of education research-based reforms and initiatives. We understand that the future of both an educated, scientifically literate population, and of physics as a discipline, is dependent on high-quality teachers. Coalition members share innovative ideas, learn from national leaders in the field, and promote awareness of the importance of physics and physical science teacher education efforts. Please consider joining even if your department is just beginning its work in teacher preparation — PTEC has much to offer members who are beginning change, since planning can be much more effective through collaboration with other Coalition members.

Coalition membership benefits include:

• Reduced fees to attend PTEC conferences and workshops
• Publication and dissemination opportunities
• Access to the PTEC listserv and online resources
• Advocacy from project leadership for teacher education programs

In order to apply for PTEC membership, please submit the following items to Monica Plisch at plisch@aps.org:

• An endorsement by your chair of the Joint Statement on the Education of Future Teachers, which can be viewed at www.aps.org/programs/education/future-teachers.cfm.
• A short statement of support by your chair for joining PTEC.
• A completed PTEC membership application form, available at the bottom of this page.

We look forward to working with you and your institution as we continue to promote excellence in physics and physical science teacher preparation. If you have any questions about PTEC, please contact Monica Plisch using the information below.

Monica Plisch, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Education
American Physical Society
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740-3843
Email: plisch@aps.org
Tel: 301.209.3273

PTEC Coalition Membership Application Form