Great news! You’re using Top Hat Monocle this term! Top Hat Monocle is a classroom response system that allows users to participate in class polls, quizzes, discussions, and more using their own devices. With Top Hat Monocle you won’t need to purchase any new hardware, you can simply submit responses using your laptop, web- enabled smartphone, tablet, or cell-phone with text messaging. We’re here to change your lecture experience. Now, let’s get you set up!

What you’ll need: One of the following: A credit or debit card Paypal account A subscription card purchased through the school bookstore. Your Student ID. A computer with internet access. About 10 minutes of your time. Registering your Top Hat Monocle Account

To purchase with a Paypal account or a credit card, click the button under Purchase subscription If you purchased a subscription from a third party such as the bookstore, click the button under Prepaid subscription

Step 1: Create a username Step 2: Assign and confirm your password Step 3: Enter your University address, name, and select your university from the menu. Step 4: Enter your Student ID in the format indicated by your instructor. Step 5: Enter your 10 digit cellphone number. This links your cellphone to your account and allows you to text in your responses. Please, no hyphens, parentheses, periods, or a 1 before the number. Step 6: Select the subscription type, review the Terms of Service and check the box, then click Process My Order.

Next, select your courses by typing in the name of the course or your professor’s name. If you can’t find your course listed, that’s OK – you can always add it later. Once you’ve selected your courses, click Continue to bring you to the payment screen. Once your payment is processed, your account registration is complete! Welcome to Top Hat Monocle!

Let us take care of the rest. If you run into any trouble, don’t bug your professor about it. Instead, contact the Top Hat Monocle Support Team. That’s what we’re here for! Call: ext. 1 We’re available 9:30-6 (Eastern Time) Monday – Friday Or once you’re logged in, your can simply click the Support button in the bottom left corner of the screen. During business hours, we aim to get back to you within a few hours. You’re all set! Now grab your cell phones, class is in session!