The Physics Teacher

About The Physics Teacher

About The Physics Teacher

The Physics Teacher is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by American Association of Physics Teachers.

Key indicators: ISSN 0031921X, 19434928.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

Publishing in The Physics Teacher

When considering this journal, verify its current indexing status, editorial board, and recent publications to ensure it meets your needs for visibility and credibility.

• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
• Submission: Submit via the official journal website.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of The Physics Teacher?
0031921X, 19434928.

Who publishes The Physics Teacher?
American Association of Physics Teachers.

Where do I submit to The Physics Teacher?
Via the official website.

Is The Physics Teacher peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.