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  1. Top Hat Is Now ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certified!

    We take the protection of user data extremely seriously. That’s why we’re proud to be ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified!

  2. Acing Your Year: How You Used Top Hat in 2024

    Some might say you were in your AI-powered era this year. Our data in Top Hat Graded 2024 proves that.

  3. Rate, Like, Subscribe: The Top 5 Higher Education Podcasts

    These five higher education podcasts are the perfect blend of education and entertainment

  4. 5 Ways to Advocate for Your Students During the Presidential Election

    Scholars online urge educators to adopt an empathetic and flexible mindset as the U.S. midterm election approaches

  5. Infographic: What 21,000+ Students Say About Top Hat

    From AI-powered study support to inclusive and interactive readings, here’s what students appreciate most about Top Hat

  6. How to Equip Your Students With Essential Soft and Hard Skills Using Ed Tech

    Students entering the workforce need essential hard and soft skills. Find out how instructors are using ed tech to to prepare their students…

  7. The Ultimate Guide to Metacognition for Post-Secondary Courses

    Discover how metacognition boosts student success with these expert tips and enjoy a FREE metacognitive strategies template featuring ideas…

  8. 10 Top Hat Tips for a More Engaging Semester

    Make learning even more exciting with our latest AI-powered features and more interactive teaching tools

  9. Dr. James Lang’s 4 Tips for a Great First Day of Class

    The renowned author and educator offers practical solutions to design a memorable first lecture

  10. The Ultimate Guide to Universal Design for Learning

    These Universal Design for Learning examples emphasize student accessibility and ensure course delivery is tailored to create customized…

  11. How to Implement Diagnostic Assessment Examples In Your Discipline

    Use diagnostic assessment examples like skill-testing questions, reflection & critical analysis to help students effectively meet course…

  12. 9 Pedagogical Approaches for Higher Ed Explained [Plus: 40+ Free Strategies to Implement in Your Classroom]

    Pedagogy is the foundation for all teaching and learning. Here, we highlight nine core pedagogies and tips on how to include them in your…

  13. 25 Effective Instructional Strategies For Educators

    Engage, assess and motivate students with these 25 easy-to-use instructional strategies for any discipline

  14. Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy: 3 Ways To Reshape The Pyramid

    Bloom’s Taxonomy is probably the most widespread and enduringly popular model in education. It was created in 1956 by Dr. Benjamin Bloom…

  15. What Are Student Learning Outcomes?

    Learning outcomes are descriptions of the abilities, skills and knowledge that are used for assessing student learning

  16. The Complete Guide to Effective Online Teaching

    Set yourself up for success in teaching online courses by ensuring continuity and continuing empathy for your students

  17. What is Distance Learning? The Benefits of Students Studying Remotely

    With the fall semester approaching, pressure is increasing for institutions and instructors to be ready to teach effectively online

  18. 5 Ways to Prioritize Educational Equity in Your Classroom

    Address equity issues in higher education through Universal Design for Learning, flexible and accommodating assignment deadlines and…

  19. The Ultimate Guide to Blended Learning [PLUS: 8 Free Strategies]

    Get the tools, strategies and tactics necessary for effective and engaging blended learning experiences

  20. Intrinsic Motivation in the Classroom: The Ultimate Guide

    Students who are intrinsically motivated are more likely to engage in course content and maintain an active role in their own learning