AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting-College Park, MD (Jul 25-29, 2015)

In summary, the 2015 AAPT Summer Meeting will take place at the University of Maryland, College Park in College Park, Maryland. Abstract submissions are now open until February 25th and will be open again from May 6th. The conference will feature various sessions, with registration details available in April. The schedule is still being finalized, but a rough schedule is available. There will also be a Physics Education Research Conference immediately following the AAPT meeting. Attendees can potentially reduce costs by becoming a member of AAPT or doing a one-day registration.
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"The 2015 AAPT Summer meeting will take place on the campus of the University of Maryland, College Park. College Park, Maryland is also the home of the American Association of Physics Teachers."

Abstract submissions are now open... until Feb 25. (Post-deadline until May 6.)
http://www.aapt.org/Conferences/sm2015/abstractsubpage.cfm

The current list of sessions: http://www.aapt.org/Conferences/sm2015/upload/session-list.pdf

Registration details will be setup by April.
(Here are the last meeting's registration prices http://www.aapt.org/Conferences/wm2015/registrationpage.cfm .)I am putting an abstract together.
(I am a regular participant of the AAPT meetings.)
 
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ugh I wish I could go! Travel expense plus $600 ticket is just far too expensive :(
 
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You could go back to college and then attend as a student member for $40. :wink:
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
ugh I wish I could go! Travel expense plus $600 ticket is just far too expensive :(
One could get a ticket for $338 at the moment (to BWI), or $266 (to DCA). One could become a member of AAPT to reduce the registration fee, and perhaps do a one day, as opposed to full, registration. Could one do a PF booth?
 
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1. What is AAPT and what does it stand for?

AAPT stands for the American Association of Physics Teachers. It is a professional society dedicated to improving the teaching of physics through various meetings, conferences, and resources.

2. Where and when is the AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting being held?

The AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting will be held in College Park, MD from July 25-29, 2015.

3. Who can attend the AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting?

The AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting is open to all individuals interested in physics and physics education. This includes educators, researchers, students, and industry professionals.

4. What can attendees expect at the AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting?

Attendees can expect workshops, plenary talks, panel discussions, poster sessions, and opportunities to network with other physics educators and professionals. There will also be a variety of exhibitors showcasing resources and tools for teaching physics.

5. How can I register for the AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting?

Registration for the AAPT 2015 Summer Meeting can be done online through the AAPT website. Early registration discounts are available for members and non-members.

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