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.
Introduction to Learning Analytics September Cohort
September 9-23, 2024 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…
Interpreting SIRS and other forms of Student Feedback
Friday, September 13, 2024, 1:00-2:30 pm While students are crucial stakeholders in the university’s teaching enterprise, their feedback should not be mistaken for “evaluation of teaching,” which is a task for instructional colleagues. Student feedback is an indicator which provides evidence that must be interpreted. In this workshop, we explore scholarly research on the limitations…
Designing a Departmental- or School-Level Midcourse Survey Process
Friday, September 20, 2024, 1:00-2:30 pm Midcourse student surveys provide a valuable option for formative assessment of instruction. Departments and schools can encourage this work and support instructors by establishing a midcourse survey process for all instructors or a subset, such as new PTLs. This session is designed for chairs and deans and will review…
Initiatives
Artificial Intelligence
We at OTEAR have been carefully following the rise in Generative AI and its effects as we recognize the need to provide timely advice, useful information, informed perspectives, and best practices for instructors, students, and colleagues.
Learning Analytics
Learning analytics can enhance the student experience by evaluating, diagnosing, and providing support structures to help students achieve their learning goals. Learning analytics aim to ensure students become reflective, self-motivated, life-long learners.
Microcredentials
Microcredentials document achievements beyond traditional transcripts. OTEAR offers badges to faculty and staff to promote Teaching Evaluation and Classroom Inclusivity.
- on August 27, 2024 at 6:05 pm
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Round Table (Presentation and Discussion) https://otear.rutgers.edu/scholarship-of-teaching-and-learning-round-table-presentation-and-discussion/
- on August 27, 2024 at 6:02 pm
Assessment Strategies: Alternative Grading Schemes Faculty Panel (Virtual Panel Discussion) https://otear.rutgers.edu/assessment-strategies-alternative-grading-schemes-faculty-panel-virtual-panel-discussion/
- on August 14, 2024 at 8:18 pm
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- on May 28, 2024 at 7:44 pm
📣 Announcing: Introduction to Learning Analytics for Instructors!We’re excited to share with the Rutgers University community a new self-paced program that provides an opportunity to explore how learning analytics can better support your teaching and boost student success.Sign up for the first cohort or learn more details at go.rutgers.edu/IntroLA
- on May 28, 2024 at 7:31 pm
SIRS Dates – Summer 2024 https://otear.rutgers.edu/sirs-dates-summer-2024/