NJCTL is the #1 producer of physics teachers in the United States. We've been helping teachers improve student outcomes for more than a decade, Whether you are teaching an AP Physics course for the first time or are looking to enhance your skills, these online, asynchronous courses will provide the support you need. The only prerequisite is a mathematically rigorous first-year physics course, such as PHYS 6601.
Special summer session pricing: $550.
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Teachers will learn AP Physics 1 and how to teach that course to students using NJCTL's free, editable, classroom course materials. Topics include: vector analysis, 2D kinematics & dynamics; circular motion & universal gravitation; rotational motion; energy & momentum; simple harmonic motion, waves & sound waves; and electric force & circuits.
Teachers will learn AP Physics 2 and how to teach that course to students using NJCTL's free, editable classroom course materials. Topics include, 2D electric forces & fields; electric potential and capacitors; electric current and RC-circuits; magnetism & electromagnetic induction; electromagnetic waves; geometric optics, fluids; thermal physics; and quantum & nuclear physics.
This course is for teachers to learn the content of PSI AP Physics C; Mechanics and how to teach that course to students. Topics include vectors; one & two-dimensional kinematics; dynamics; energy; momentum; rotational motion; universal gravitation, and simple harmonic motion.
This course is for teachers to learn the content of PSI AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism and how to teach that course to students. Topics include electric charge & field; electric potential & capacitance; electric current & circuits; magnetic field & forces; inductance; and alternating current.
Previously offered only in New Jersey.
Now available anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.
Courses are 100% online, asynchronous, and self-paced.
Start courses anytime and finish at your own pace.
Anyone with a bachelor's degree in any subject, with any GPA, may enroll in NJCTL courses and/or a master's degree program. No prior mathematics or science background required.
NJCTL is an online graduate school of education duly authorized by the NJ Office of the Secretary of Higher Education with initial programmatic accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). NJDOE accepts NJCTL credits towards meeting certification requirements. Learn more.
There are instances when credits from an institution that has institutional accreditation are needed. For instance, some districts require them for tuition reimbursement and/or salary advancement. Some DOEs outside of NJ require those credits to meet their certification requirements. If needed, credit transcription is available. Learn more.
Apply up to 12 NJCTL credits and receive a tuition grant towards a doctorate degree from the American College of Education, accredited by a USED-recognized accreditor. Learn more.
NJCTL has exceptionally affordable tuition at $195 per graduate credit. There are never fees or textbook costs.
Greater Alliance Federal Credit Union provides personal loan financing for those taking NJCTL courses and programs in the United States. Learn more.
We strongly encourage prospective students to check with their district and/or state to confirm that NJCTL courses and/or degrees will be accepted for their intended purpose.
Course Catalog
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NJCTL - The Leader in STEM Education
NJCTL is an online graduate school of education duly authorized by the NJ Office of the Secretary of Higher Education with initial programmatic accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). Founded by NJEA in 2007, NJCTL is a top producer of the teachers and free resources needed to provide all students access to K-AP science, mathematics, and computer science.