Case Study: Indiana University Bloomington improves chemistry exam performance with Top Hat and Aktiv Chemistry

Indiana University Bloomington cuts exam failure rates by 70% with Top Hat

Indiana University Bloomington lecturer Kim Arnold faced high DFW rates and a lack of preparedness among students in her large introductory chemistry courses. To tackle this challenge, she implemented a solution using the vendor Top Hat, along with the product Aktiv Chemistry, to boost student engagement and close knowledge gaps.

The solution involved using Top Hat's interactive features for in-class polling and community building, while Aktiv Chemistry provided a mobile-friendly platform for guided problem sets and instant feedback in recitations and homework. This combination from Top Hat led to a 70% decrease in failure rates on the first exam and a 66% increase in 'A' exam scores, dramatically improving student performance and retention.

Indiana University Bloomington