Workshops and Training
Workshops and Training
OTEAR offers multiple workshops on the improvement of teaching evaluation and assessment. All current workshops are available are listed below. If you are interested in scheduling a specific workshop for your office or department, or would like to speak with an OTEAR staff member, please email us at otear@rutgers.edu.
Rutgers faculty and staff can stay informed of upcoming workshops by signing up for the OTEAR email listserv.
Available Sessions
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Introduction to Learning Analytics November Cohort
November 4-18, 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 the completion of all module activities and assignments. The program is open to all Rutgers faculty and instructional staff at no cost.
Some activities are designed to provide opportunities for discussion with colleagues, and therefore, the module will be run in two-week cohorts, once per month.
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Peer Review of the Teaching Portfolio (In-Person Hands-on Workshop)
Friday, December 13, 2024, 10:00am-11:30am
Does your teaching portfolio present strong evidence showcasing your teaching success? Is the teaching philosophy clear and well-matched with your instructional goals? In this workshop we provide a rubric for evaluating teaching portfolios and assign participants to small teams to peer review their portfolios and document effective strategies and presentation of evidence. We will share results so that all participants can see the best strategies and learn from each other. This workshop will be held in person in New Brunswick, and is meant for those who can bring a draft portfolio to share with others. If you cannot attend the New Brunswick event, but still wish to participate, a virtual option will be announced in Spring 2025.
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Developing a Teaching Portfolio (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Tuesday January 7, 2025, 1:00pm-2:30pm
Craft a standout Teaching Portfolio in our interactive workshop. A robust portfolio effectively communicates your teaching responsibilities, philosophy, goals, and achievements. In this session, you will learn how to write an engaging teaching philosophy, compile compelling evidence of your teaching success, and highlight your professional growth and development as a teacher. We will also examine different teaching portfolio models and explore methods for presenting your teaching experience and responsibilities. This workshop was last offered in Fall 2024.
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Peer Review of the Teaching Portfolio (In-Person Hands-on Workshop)
Friday, December 13, 2024, 10:00am-11:30am
Does your teaching portfolio present strong evidence showcasing your teaching success? Is the teaching philosophy clear and well-matched with your instructional goals? In this workshop we provide a rubric for evaluating teaching portfolios and assign participants to small teams to peer review their portfolios and document effective strategies and presentation of evidence. We will share results so that all participants can see the best strategies and learn from each other. This workshop will be held in person in New Brunswick, and is meant for those who can bring a draft portfolio to share with others. If you cannot attend the New Brunswick event, but still wish to participate, a virtual option will be announced in Spring 2025.
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Developing a Teaching Portfolio (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Tuesday January 7, 2025, 1:00pm-2:30pm
Craft a standout Teaching Portfolio in our interactive workshop. A robust portfolio effectively communicates your teaching responsibilities, philosophy, goals, and achievements. In this session, you will learn how to write an engaging teaching philosophy, compile compelling evidence of your teaching success, and highlight your professional growth and development as a teacher. We will also examine different teaching portfolio models and explore methods for presenting your teaching experience and responsibilities. This workshop was last offered in Fall 2024.
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Introduction to Learning Analytics November Cohort
November 4-18, 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 the completion of all module activities and assignments. The program is open to all Rutgers faculty and instructional staff at no cost.
Some activities are designed to provide opportunities for discussion with colleagues, and therefore, the module will be run in two-week cohorts, once per month.
We’re currently planning our next series of workshops and training sessions. Stay informed by subscribing to our mailing list for the latest updates from OTEAR.
We’re currently planning our next series of workshops and training sessions. Stay informed by subscribing to our mailing list for the latest updates from OTEAR.