What’s holding us back from innovation? Spoiler: it’s not time. It’s not tech. It’s fear. In this episode of #HigherListenings, we talk with Dr. Demian Hommel about why courage—not course redesign—is the key to meaningful change. Listen now: linktr.ee/higherlistenin…

We’re honored to be named Courseware Solution Provider of the Year in the 2025 EdTech Breakthrough Awards! A huge thank you to our team and the thousands of faculty who inspire us every day. tophat.com/press-releases…

We're proud to announce a new partnership with the UGA! Our agreement will allow students and faculty to access Top Hat at no cost. This initiative reinforces UGA's dedication to high-impact teaching and student affordability. bit.ly/44i4oSd #highered #UGA

Hey educators! 👋 Ready to boost student engagement this fall? Our refreshed Student Engagement toolkit is packed with resources including: 👉 Tips to encourage responsible #AI use 👉 Templates to kickoff course prep 👉 On-demand talks on engagement tips bit.ly/4lBSKaK

Top Hat's AI-powered assistant, Ace, just became even more powerful! Faculty can now generate AI-powered examples tailored to student interests and offer personalized practice that turns mistakes into learning opportunities. Discover Ace today: bit.ly/4lPCxPw

Assessment should teach, not just test. That’s why we’re excited to bring the OpenClass IP — and founder Alec Kretch — to Top Hat! The acquisition will advance our mission to support deeper learning through personalized, authentic assignments. tophat.com/blog/openclass…

Meet the 2025 Shannen’s Dream Scholarship recipients! Presented in partnership with the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society, this award celebrates Indigenous students who exemplify resilience, leadership and a commitment to social change. bit.ly/45vfYdn

Nervous about your first lecture? 💬 Get expert tips to boost your confidence and engage students from the very first class. 👉 bit.ly/45CisXt

Feeling more like a classroom cop than an educator? Join Dr. Michelle Miller, author of "Minds Online," on Sept. 18 at 2 PM ET as we explore how ‘Same-Side Pedagogy’ leads to greater trust, motivation and collaboration in the classroom. RSVP now: bit.ly/4oUUVsi

With classes set to resume, schools must decide whether to enforce — or embrace — the use of AI. Here's what professors and experts have to say on the subject. thestar.com/business/new-s…

AI is transforming #highered. The question isn’t if it belongs in the classroom, but how. Our Chief Academic Officer, Brad Cohen, shares how AI can help personalize learning and empower student success in Toronto Star via MaRS. Read more below!

Discover Top Hat’s Ultimate Student Engagement Toolkit—your go-to resource packed with evidence-based strategies to energize your classroom. What's inside: 👉 Ready-to-use lesson plan templates 👉 Team-building activities 👉 Ethical AI applications bit.ly/3JCa3uR

What if you could shift your energy from monitoring and mistrust to engagement and community? On Sept. 18, Dr. Michelle Miller (author of "Teaching from the Same Side") will share strategies to deepen trust and motivation among students. 📩 RSVP: bit.ly/4oUUVsi

“Education is yours forever. Once you have it, no one can take it away.” Those words guided Maggie Leen from her first job running programs for survivors of domestic violence to becoming Top Hat’s first female CEO. Read the full story: canadianbusiness.com/people/maggie-…

🎉 Higher Listenings is back with Season 3! Wouldn’t it be nice if your class featured more partnership and less policing? Dr. Michelle Miller joins us to talk about building classes where motivation flows from connection, not compliance. Listen now: linktr.ee/higherlistenin…

Boost engagement by focusing on the heart of the college experience: the course. 📚 Join us and explore how the Indiana University builds student-centered learning with Top Hat and#CanvasLMS. 🗓️ October 16 ⏰ 9 AM MDT 👉 bit.ly/4pr1vXN #EdTech #InteractiveLearning

What do you do when your lesson plan unravels, your tech fails, or you call a student the wrong name... again? Author and educator Jessamyn Neuhaus busts the myth of the perfect professor and explains why embracing the mess can make us better teachers. toph.at/podcast

How do you keep students engaged *and* improve success rates? Indiana University faculty did it with Top Hat + Canvas—and saw an 11.5% drop in withdrawal rates. ✨ Join this session to discover how you can bring the same results to your own courses. ⏰ October 16, 11 AM ET

LIVE this Thursday! How can you boost student engagement and improve success rates? Indiana University faculty cracked the code—using Top Hat + Canvas to drive an 11.5% drop in withdrawal rates. Learn how they did it, see Top Hat in action, and get practical teaching methods. RSVP!

It’s an honor to be named to the 2026 #GSV150 list! The annual report recognizes the most transformational growth companies shaping the future of digital learning and workforce skills. Congratulations to all organizations recognized! ASU+GSV #HigherEducation