Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research
About OTEAR
As a reporting unit within University Academic Affairs, the Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research (OTEAR) supports teaching evaluation, assessment and program review. OTEAR also engages in research to enhance evidence-based decision making across the university. Our work is driven by collaborations with partners across the institution, best practices around assessment, and continuous improvement.
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Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research
Rutgers University
116 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Upcoming Workshops
To view all of our available sessions, please visit our Workshops and Training page.
DIG Training (In-Person, Camden Campus)
Thursday, June 5, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Campus Center, North Conference Room (Camden campus) The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a…
Introduction to Learning Analytics June Cohort
June 16-30, 2025 The Introduction to Learning Analytics for Instructors is an asynchronous learning opportunity to support instructors in starting to build their capacity around learning analytics. Topics include defining learning analytics, ethical considerations, limitations, the impact of course design, and an introduction to New Analytics in Canvas. A digital badge can be earned through…
Rutgers Spring 2025 Teaching & Learning Report
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 10:00 am-11:30 am At the end of the Spring term, OTEAR surveys instructors about their teaching experiences during the academic year to better understand emerging challenges. In this presentation, we will share our analysis of the AY24-25 Rutgers Instructor Teaching Experience Survey.
Areas of Focus
Teaching Evaluation
According to the Guidelines for Teaching Evaluation, each department should develop a teaching evaluation process which may include peer review of teaching, review of student feedback, and review of information from a teaching portfolio. OTEAR provides workshops and consultations to support departments and instructors in collecting and presenting this information.
Assessment
OTEAR supports University Academic Affairs’ commitment to continuous improvement by facilitating university assessment processes, reviewing new program assessment plans, consulting on program assessment and grant assessments, and sharing best practices for assessment methods related to learning outcomes.
Learning Analytics
Learning analytics aims to support and improve the learning of students. By evaluating, diagnosing, and providing appropriate scaffolds, instructors and units can improve courses and programs, and help students achieve their learning goals. OTEAR provides opportunities for instructors, departments, and schools to consider and use learning analytics for continuous improvement.
Announcements
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DIG Training Registration – Summer/Fall 2025
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April 21 – SIRS begins
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Upcoming Event: Rutgers Global International Scholar Speaker Series on April 30th
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SIRS (Blue) System Maintenance, May 26th – 30th, 2025
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Beyond the Numbers: How Directors and Chairs Interpret Student Feedback to Equitably Evaluate Teaching
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DIG Dates – Spring 2025
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Midcourse Surveys – Spring 2025
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SIRS – Spring 2025
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