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Harleen Dhami

Harleen Dhami is a Senior Content Marketing Specialist for Top Hat. During her tenure at Top Hat, she's interviewed acclaimed educators including Dr. Bryan Dewsbury and Dr. Christopher Emdin. She works to amplify the stories of both faculty and students alike through case studies, blog posts and ebooks. Harleen holds a Master's Degree in Professional Communication from Toronto Metropolitan University. In 2020, she was the recipient of a Gold Quill Award of Merit presented by the International Association of Business Communicators.

  1. Boosting Joy and Motivation in Class: In Conversation with Dr. Todd Zakrajsek

    The author behind The New Science of Learning suggests tapping into three motivational theories to keep students interested and motivated

  2. 4 Ways to Diversify Your Class Reading List

    Empower your students by reflecting their unique identities and incorporating diverse authors into your reading list this term

  3. 10 Top Hat Tips for a More Engaging Semester

    From brand new assessment functionality to annotated feedback, these special Top Hat features make learning even more exciting

  4. Infographic: What Students Love About Top Hat

    Students grade Top Hat on engagement, comprehension and long-term learning

  5. What STEM Student Success Looks Like Today [VIDEO]

    Six inspirational educators share how they’re changing the narrative in STEM education

  6. 6 STEM Faculty On The Learning Experience They Wish They Had [VIDEO]

    As these inspirational instructors share, the challenges facing STEM students today trace back decades

  7. 10 Must-Read Books During Summer 2023

    These ten titles released by empowering female academics will help you reflect on your teaching and gear up for an exciting term ahead

  8. 5 Faculty Who Redefined Teaching This Term

    Meet your Top Hat Educator Award recipients—who have made a remarkable difference in the lives of their students

  9. 3 Ways To Teach Students How To Study

    Teaching effective study methods is just as valuable as imparting your subject matter. One expert shares how to get started.

  10. Why Scaffolding Is Essential in the Chemistry Classroom [+ Planner]

    This professor weighs in on how practice and feedback were proven to raise exam scores—and shares his blueprint for getting started

  11. Dr. Barbara Oakley on Using Brain Science to Deepen Learning

    We pick the acclaimed author’s brain on how to help students stay attentive and alert

  12. 3 Reasons This Academic Year Was So Impactful for Your Students

    These student leaders shout out their faculty for making the year one to remember

  13. Democratic Course Management: Giving Students More Control and Autonomy In Class

    Two educators let their students decide what and how to learn. It’s why course drop rates have drastically declined.

  14. Why Do We Grade? In Conversation with Dr. Jesse Stommel

    The renowned higher ed leader shares how to give students greater say over their assessment experience all while deepening learning

  15. How to Avoid Professor Burnout

    It’s no secret: burnout is causing professors to leave academia in droves. According to Forbes, more than half a million teachers in the…

  16. Reframing the Narrative on First-Year Student Success

    If we’re to help students develop a sense of belonging and agency, it’s time we reframe deficits as strengths, as Jeffrey Klausman…

  17. ‘If You Can Teach It, You Know It’: The Power of Collaborative Learning

    Want a foolproof way to keep your students engaged? Help them learn from (not just with) their peers.

  18. ‘Who’s Being Left Out?’ Dr. Viji Sathy and Dr. Kelly Hogan on Inclusive Teaching

    The award-winning educators offer essential ways to adapt your course design and class environment

  19. Want to Boost Academic Integrity? Remove Your Exams (Seriously)

    High-stakes tests were leading to increased cheating and anxiety for this professor. Here are the changes he made.

  20. Infographic: The Top Hat Courses and Titles That Made 2022 So Impactful

    Our inaugural Top Hat Graded spotlights faculty efforts to make their discipline more personal and meaningful