Annotate, Collaborate, Elevate: A Recipe for Student Success This Semester
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Are you an instructor looking to enhance your teaching approach for the upcoming spring semester? Join us for an interactive webinar hosted by Hypothesis, the leading social annotation platform, and discover how to leverage the power of social annotation to kickstart your semester.
Who Should Attend:
This session is designed for instructors who want to integrate social annotation into their courses but need guidance on structuring assignments and supporting their students in the process.
What to Expect:
In this session, the Hypothesis team will present a range of creative ideas for annotation assignments, including annotating course documents such as syllabi and study guides and applying different digital reading strategies to course texts. We’ll also explore approaches highlighted in recent peer-reviewed research and discuss practical ways to implement them in your classroom.
Key Takeaways:

Ready-to-use instructions for a variety of disciplines and teaching modalities.
Practical strategies for humanities, business, STEM, and health professions instructors.
Research-based insights applicable to both face-to-face and online course environments.

Why Attend:
By participating in this webinar, you’ll gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance engagement, collaboration, and critical thinking in your classroom. Whether you’re a seasoned user or completely new to social annotation, you’ll leave with the tools and confidence to implement effective annotation assignments in your courses right away.
Join us and set the stage for a productive and successful spring semester. Register now to secure your spot and embark on a journey towards interactive and impactful teaching with social annotation.
Register Here

Liquid Margins 49: How to Get Students to Actually Read Course Materials (and Enjoy It!)
2025-01-29 13:00 - 14:00
We’ve all been there: a class discussion falls flat, and the dreaded confession comes—your students didn’t do the reading. With attention spans under siege by TikTok, text alerts, and an ever-growing pile of to-dos, how do we reignite a love (or at least a tolerance) for closer reading?
This webinar brings together educators from Rutgers University, and Contra Costa Community College to tackle the modern reading crisis head-on. We’ll dive into what’s holding students back and share practical, creative solutions to get them turning pages—and engaging with course materials like never before. From reimagining assignments to leveraging new tools such as social annotation, this is the conversation every educator needs.
What You’ll Learn

Why Students Aren’t Reading
Uncover the key factors contributing to disengagement, from digital overload to shifting educational priorities.
Proven Strategies to Increase Reading Engagement
Hear success stories and actionable tips from fellow educators who’ve found innovative ways to inspire students to pick up the book—and finish it.
The Power of Social Annotation
See how collaborative tools like Hypothesis are changing the game, turning passive reading into an active, social, and rewarding experience.
Practical Classroom Takeaways
Walk away with ideas you can implement immediately to foster critical thinking, peer connection, and better learning outcomes.

Whether you’re frustrated with unread assignments or simply looking to level up your teaching toolkit, this webinar is packed with insights, humor, and solutions to help students not just read—but engage.
Let’s get those margins filled and the conversations flowing!

How to Combat Disengagement: Using Social Annotation to Reignite Student Attention
2025-02-20 14:00 - 15:00
Speakers: Nita Gopal, Modesto Junior College
Overview:
Distractions aren’t going away—but you can help students cut through the noise and stay engaged. Join Nita Gopal as she shares how her “watering hole” strategy, where students gather around key annotations, helped Gen Z students connect with texts and each other while fostering a sense of self. Discover how social annotation turns passive reading into active exploration, sparking curiosity, meaningful discussions, and consistent engagement. Walk away with practical tools to improve comprehension and empower students to take ownership of their learning.
Takeaways:

Creative ways to embed attention-focused annotation exercises
How student collaboration boosts focus, self-awareness, and accountability
Success stories of using annotation to foster deeper learning and student engagement

Annotate This #5: Exciting New Features to Elevate Engagement
2025-02-26 13:00 - 14:00
Get ready to explore Hypothesis’s latest tools and features designed to make teaching and learning easier, more engaging, and more collaborative. This session will give you everything you need to make the most of our newest Hypothesis updates in your classroom or institution.
Here’s a sneak peek at what we’ll cover:

LMS Reporting Dashboard for Instructors
Our new LMS Reporting Dashboard is here, giving you powerful insights into annotation activity in your courses.

Real-Time Analytics: Keep track of student engagement with live data.
Annotation Counts: Easily monitor participation with assignment-based annotation summaries.
Holistic View: See trends and focus areas across all your courses.

This tool is designed to help you better understand and foster meaningful interaction in your courses.
Auto-Grading
Simplify your grading process with our new auto-grading feature.

Customize grading criteria to match your teaching goals.
Get real-time insights into student participation and performance.
Save time while keeping your grading fair and consistent, even in large classes.

It’s grading made smarter!
@Mentions
Our new @mentions feature makes it easier than ever to connect and collaborate.

Tag others in your annotations to spark richer conversations.
Encourage engagement across a variety of use cases, from classroom discussions to public projects.
Build a stronger sense of community in your courses.

Inclusive Access through VitalSource, Follett and Pressbooks
Now it’s even simpler to use Hypothesis with your favorite tools:

Follett: NEW! Schools can now use Hypothesis on a per-course basis through Follett.
VitalSource: Schools can use Hypothesis on a per-course basis through Bookshelf and Verba Collect.
Pressbooks: Hypothesis is now built into Pressbooks installations and books hosted on pressbooks.com. Activate it with just a few clicks in the settings, and enjoy native annotation capabilities on designated pages.

Don’t miss out on the chance to revolutionize how you teach and collaborate.
Register now to save your spot and discover how Hypothesis can transform your classroom!
Register Here

Liquid Margins 50: Transforming OER with AI and Social Annotation - A Guide for Educators
2025-03-12 14:00 - 15:00
Creating and sharing Open Educational Resources (OER) gives educators the freedom to design flexible, affordable learning experiences. But what if you could take it even further? AI-powered tools are making it easier than ever to develop high-quality OER materials, and social annotation is transforming how students interact with course content.
Join Diana Fordham, Missouri Southern State University, and the Hypothesis team for a dynamic conversation on how AI can streamline OER creation and how Hypothesis can make these resources more interactive, engaging, and effective for students.
Key Takeaways:

How AI can help you create adaptable, high-quality OER materials
Ways to integrate Hypothesis to spark discussion and deepen student engagement
Real-world examples of AI-generated OER in action
Strategies to make OER more interactive and collaborative
Best practices for keeping your OER content inclusive, effective, and impactful

Why Attend?
Whether you’re just starting with OER or looking to enhance your existing initiatives, this session will equip you with practical strategies and real-world applications to maximize their impact. Walk away with actionable insights to:

Boost student engagement, performance, and equity with OER.
Create high-quality, adaptable OER materials with AI to streamline content development.
Leverage annotation data to demonstrate and improve the effectiveness of your OER content.

Come ready to explore, ask questions, and walk away with innovative ways to make OER work better for you and your students!

Why We Chose Hypothesis: A Social Annotation Success Story from West Liberty University
2025-05-08 13:30 - 14:30
With a growing number of edtech tools available, it can be hard to know what will truly make a difference for students. At West Liberty University, Hypothesis has become more than just a tool—it’s a driver of deeper learning, richer discussion, and stronger student engagement.
Join us for a conversation with Merilee Madera, Interim Director of Distance Education, as she shares how adopting Hypothesis has shaped the way instructors teach and how students interact with course materials.
You’ll learn:

Why West Liberty chose Hypothesis and how faculty at the institution adopted it
The improvements in student engagement and course outcomes they’ve seen over the years
Lessons learned and practical tips for institutions looking to do the same

Whether you’re exploring new ways to support active learning or looking to scale what’s already working, this session will offer a firsthand look at the power of social annotation.

Design a More Engaging Summer Course Learning Experience
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a special summer session packed with fresh ideas, practical strategies, and inspiration to make your summer courses more interactive, engaging, and student-centered.
Whether you’re teaching online or in person, summer courses come with unique challenges: shorter timelines, fast-paced content, and limited opportunities for connection. In this session, we’ll show how social annotation can help students stay engaged, keep up with the material, and collaborate meaningfully—even in the most accelerated summer formats.
Who Should Attend
This session is perfect for:

Educators planning summer courses across disciplines—humanities, business, STEM, health, and more
Instructors looking for fresh assignment ideas and tools to deepen student participation
Academic staff and instructional designers supporting faculty in course planning and engagement strategies

What You’ll Take Away
This webinar will show you how to use social annotation to boost engagement, improve retention, and support better learning outcomes in your summer courses—whether you’re teaching online, in person, or hybrid.
You’ll learn how to:

Create annotation assignments tailored for fast-paced summer terms
Implement strategies to make course materials—like your syllabus—interactive and student-centered
Real examples and step-by-step guides specific to your LMS
New features that make using Hypothesis even easier and more impactful

You’ll leave with practical, ready-to-use strategies and resources to elevate your teaching and help students stay on track—without adding extra work to your plate.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to do more with annotation, this webinar will leave you feeling energized and equipped.

The Secret to Deeper Student Engagement? How Real Educators Use Social Annotation
2025-06-04
Join us for a webinar as we spotlight how esteemed educators are using social annotation to foster engagement, critical thinking, and academic success across disciplines.
In this webinar, we’ll hear from Jaclyn Miller, Associate Professor of History at South Texas College, and Ann D. David, Professor of Teacher Education at the University of the Incarnate Word as they share how social annotation has enhanced student learning in their classrooms.
From tackling challenges like disengaged learners and shallow reading to boosting grades, retention, and meaningful participation, our panelists will share how social annotation fosters deeper comprehension, builds stronger classroom communities, and better prepares students for academic and real-world success.
What You’ll Learn:

Proven Strategies from Educators: See how faculty are using social annotation to tackle disengagement, surface-level reading, and disconnected discussions.
Boosting Retention and Outcomes: Discover how active reading and peer collaboration lead to stronger comprehension, grades, and retention.
Easy Implementation, Big Impact: Learn how social annotation can be quickly integrated into your existing courses with minimal lift and immediate student engagement.
Practical Takeaways: Walk away with ready-to-use ideas you can apply whether you’re new to social annotation or looking to deepen its impact.

Liquid Margins 51: Beyond the Syllabus - Real-World Engagement with Social Annotation at Virginia Tech
2025-08-07 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a special conversation featuring two outstanding educators from Virginia Tech. In this 45-minute webinar, we’ll hear how Dr. Deborah J. Good, Associate Professor in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, and Lauren DiSalvo, Collegiate Assistant Professor in the School of Visual Arts, are using social annotation to transform their classrooms.
Whether they’re helping students better analyze complex scientific texts or engage more deeply with visual and cultural materials, both educators have found social annotation to be a powerful tool for building comprehension, sparking participation, and developing critical thinking across disciplines.
What You’ll Learn:

Firsthand Faculty Strategies: Hear how Deborah and Lauren bring texts and materials to life through annotation—no matter the subject.
Cross-Disciplinary Applications: Explore how social annotation supports different teaching styles, learning goals, and course types.
Real Results: Learn how active engagement leads to stronger understanding, more meaningful discussion, and better academic outcomes.
Easy Integration: Get tips for implementing social annotation in your LMS with minimal setup and maximum impact.

Whether you’re just exploring social annotation or ready to take your use of it further, you’ll leave with actionable insights and inspiration from two educators leading the way in Virginia.

Inside the Classroom: How Educators are Using Social Annotation to Deepen Engagement
2025-09-18 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a special 45-minute conversation featuring faculty from Viterbo University, the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, and the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. In this webinar, you’ll hear directly from faculty and instructional designers who are using social annotation to create more engaged, connected, and thoughtful classrooms.
From helping students break down challenging readings to sparking peer-to-peer discussion and making course materials more interactive, our panelists will share how annotation is making a difference across disciplines.

What You’ll Learn:

Firsthand Faculty Strategies: Hear how instructors bring texts and materials to life through annotation.
Cross-Institution Perspectives: Discover how annotation supports diverse teaching styles, learning goals, and course contexts.
Student Impact: Learn how active annotation leads to deeper comprehension, stronger participation, and more meaningful discussion.
Practical Tips: Get advice for integrating Hypothesis into your LMS quickly and effectively.

Whether you’re new to social annotation or looking to expand your current practice, you’ll leave with practical strategies and inspiration from educators making an impact through Hypothesis social annotation.

Back to School With Hypothesis: Tips to Build Engaged, Future-Ready Classrooms
2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:00
Kick off the semester with strategies designed to make your courses more engaging, impactful, and future-ready. Join Hypothesis for a special Back to School webinar where we’ll explore how social annotation can spark student engagement from day one, strengthen academic outcomes, and prepare learners with the collaborative skills they’ll need beyond the classroom.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Boost Student Outcomes: Create interactive reading assignments that increase comprehension, retention, and participation.
Navigate the AI Era: Use text annotation to encourage critical thinking, authentic engagement, and academic integrity in an age of ChatGPT and generative AI.
Support Workforce Readiness: Build real-world skills—like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving—directly into your courses through social annotation.

Why Attend?

Start your semester with ready-to-use strategies and reading assignment ideas.
Gain insights into how social annotation addresses today’s biggest teaching challenges.
Access resources you can share directly with students to ensure a smooth launch.
Connect with the Hypothesis team and leave with answers to your questions.

Human Centered Learning in the Age of AI: How Social Annotation Builds Reading, Belonging, and Better Outcomes
2026-02-25 15:00 - 16:00
Students are reading less and shortcutting more—but social annotation can change that. By making reading visible, collaborative, and measurable, social annotation empowers students to think critically, engage with peers, and build community.
In this session, you’ll learn:

How to create human-centered learning experiences that work in practice

Strategies for improving discussion quality and critical reading

Ways to scale social annotation across programs with the right support model

Who Should Attend: Faculty, instructional designers, distance education coordinators, and campus leaders who want to boost student engagement and learning outcomes.
Why Attend: Walk away with actionable strategies for helping students read, discuss, and learn more effectively—while building a stronger, more connected learning community.
Register Here
