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  1. Workforce Readiness Begins By Nurturing These 5 Essential Skills

    Today’s employers give priority to candidates who demonstrate emotional intelligence, communication skills and can think critically. Here’s why.

  2. A Guide to Navigating College and Career Readiness (+ Quiz)

    Help students contribute meaningfully to their future workplace by sharpening career readiness competencies in the classroom

  3. Curriculum Development and the 3 Models [+ Free Course Plan Template]

    Learner-centric curriculum development can improve engagement, participation and outcomes in any online or in-person learning environment

  4. How to Manage Academic Work-Life Balance

    Learn why students and educators struggle with work-life balance and get tips for how to balance professional & personal life in academia. Plus, take our work-life balance quiz and see how you measure up!

  5. 11 Teaching Styles to Increase Student Engagement

    We uncover the key types of teaching styles to help you accelerate student engagement

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. Infographic: What Students Love About Top Hat

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

  9. Why We Shouldn’t ‘AI-Proof’ College Assessments

    Artificial intelligence has forced educators to rethink traditional assessments altogether. At a time when inequities run deep, here’s why we should welcome change.

  10. Clickers: The Ultimate Guide [UPDATED 2023]

    Get strategies and tips that will help you effectively use classroom clickers to increase engagement in your college course

  11. Announcing the 2023 Shannen’s Dream Scholarship Recipients

    Meet the recipients of this year's Shannen's Dream scholarship and see how these inspirational leaders plan to give back to their communities

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

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

  13. The Ultimate Guide to Facilitating Classroom Discussions

    Get proven strategies, effective techniques and practical tips to facilitate vibrant and enriching classroom discussions in this ultimate guide

  14. 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

  15. 7 Misconceptions about Chemistry in Higher Ed—And How to Address Them

    Get instructional strategies to dispel confusion and promote accurate learning of chemistry topics in higher education

  16. 10 Ways to Make STEM Courses More Inclusive in Higher Ed

    Learn more about how to ensure your classroom is a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for all students. Plus, get ten strategies to implement today!

  17. The Ultimate Guide to Academic Leadership in Higher Ed

    Learn about the foundations, principles and critical role academic leadership plays in shaping the future of a higher education institution

  18. 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

  19. 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

  20. 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.