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The American Association of Philosophy Teachers (AAPT) is dedicated to the advancement of the art of teaching philosophy.

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On the new Why Teach Philosophy podcast, AAPT member Russell Marcus interviews philosophers who have been recognized for their teaching. Give it a listen!
Daily Nous / Justin Weinberg@DailyNousEditorOct 15
A new series of interviews about teaching philosophy... dailynous.com/2026/10/15/new…

New: "Why Teach Philosophy?" - Daily Nous

Why Teach Philosophy is a new series of interviews with philosophers known for their teaching, their research on philosophy pedagogy, or their work on curriculum design. […]

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Tomorrow, September 1, is the deadline for proposals for @TheAAPT-APA Teaching Hub sessions at the 2027 @apa_pacific Division meeting. apaonline.org/TeachingHub202…
The AAPT-APA Teaching Hub at the 2027 APA Pacific Division Meeting, March 24-27, 2027. Interactive workshops and open conversations designed to address the teaching of philosophy and foster innovation in the classroom.

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It’s not too late to register for the next APA Live event, “The Examined Algorithm: Strategies for Navigating AI in the Classroom.” Open to all APA and @TheAAPT members. Sign up here: apaonline.org/events/EventDe…
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The nomination deadline for the 2026 David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching has been extended to September 6. Open to any APA member who has an impact on student learning in undergraduate and/or pre-college settings. apaonline.org/teaching_prize
David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching. Deadline: September 6, 2026.

ALT David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching. Deadline: September 6, 2026.

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We loved hearing from two recent David W. Concepción Prize winners at #AAPT26. If you're following ue, odds are you know or know of an excellent philosophy teacher. Please consider submitting a nomination letter on their behalf so that their contributions can be recognized.
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Reminder: The nomination deadline for the 2026 David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching is next Wednesday, August 5. apaonline.org/teaching_prize
David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching. Deadline: August 5, 2026. www.apaonline.org/teaching_prize

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We’re grateful for your hospitality, Eastern Michigan University. And safe travels to all #AAPT26 attendees!
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Here at #AAPT26, we’re glad to celebrate with our friends at @platoorg, which turns 30 this year. Their 30 Years, 30 Voices series is on loop in the Strong Atrium throughout the conference, and we’ll link it below.
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In one of this morning’s AAPT’s Greatest Hits sessions, Sarah K. Donovan, Mo Janzen, & Andrew P. Mills reprised their workshop on Teaching Personas and Instructional Design. #aapt26
Mo Janzen, smiling, stands in front of a list of ways a grad student TA might change when moving to solo teaching

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Sarah K. Donovan stands in front of a slide listing some ways teachers relate to students: devil’s advocate, sage on the sage, high energy entertainer

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Andrew Mills stands in front of a doorway, gesturing with one hand while making a point to session attendees

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In one of today’s #AAPT26 sessions, participants collaborated to summarize Simone Webb’s @1000wordphil article on Mary Astell.
A drawing summarizing Mary Astell’s “A Serious Proposal to the Ladies”

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A drawing summarizing Mary Astell’s “A Serious Proposal to the Ladies”

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Here is a link to the article: 1000wordphilosophy.com/2018/…

Mary Astell’s “A Serious Proposal to the Ladies” - 1000-Word Philosophy: An Introductory Anthology

Mary Astell’s (1666-1731) A Serious Proposal to the Ladies, for the Advancement of their True and Greatest Interest by a Lover of Her Sex, Parts I and II (1694, 1697) is a philosophical text that...

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Last night #AAPT26 enjoyed philosophy trivia, which featured a Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy crossword puzzle, a round based on memorable recent Daily Nous posts, and a philosophy of film “top ten.” Thanks to hosts Russell Marcus & the Hamilton College undergraduate judges.
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David W. Concepción introduces tonight’s #aapt26 plenary session, which features two recent winners of the David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching, Melissa Jacquart and Alex Stehn.
David Concepción (standing left) introduces Alex Stehn and Melissa Jacquart (seated right)

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For more information on the prize, visit the @apaphilosophy website: apaonline.org/page/teaching_…
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Today, on the first full day of our 50th Anniversary Workshop-Conference, the AAPT is launching our first-ever capital campaign, $50k for the 50th. Please, if you are able, help us continue to help students over the next half-century. (1/2)
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The campaign page is here: philosophyteachers.org/50for… (2/2)
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Hello world! We’ve been quiet on here lately, but busy with great things—including celebrating our 50th Anniversary. Our Workshop-Conference starts tonight! (1/2)
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The #AAPT26 program is available here: philosophyteachers.org/2026-… (2/2)

2026 Workshop-Conference program and information

We look forward to beginning our 50th anniversary Workshop-Conference tomorrow. Attendees can still register on-site for the entire four-day conference by stopping by the registration desk in Strong...

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AAPT member Nathan Eric Dickman recently wrote about Plato’s Cave (and The Legend of Zelda!) over at the Blog of the APA. (1/2)
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Here is the Link: blog.apaonline.org/2026/05/2…
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Grad students and early career philosophers, we have *two* programs for you at our 2026 Workshop-Conference. Take a look, and please consider applying. (1/3)
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Seminar on Teaching and Learning in Philosophy: philosophyteachers.org/cfa-s… (2/3)

2026 Seminar on Teaching & Learning in Philosophy Call for Applicants

Graduate students or recent PhDs are invited to apply for our teaching and learning seminar, which runs concurrently with the Workshop-Conference.

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AAPT Early Career Symposium: philosophyteachers.org/aapt-… (3/3)

AAPT Early Career Symposium Call for Applicants

Call for Applicants: AAPT Early Career Symposium Updated Application Deadline: May 10, 2026 The AAPT Early-Career Symposium is a new AAPT initiative that aims to bring together graduate student and...

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