Workshops and Training
Workshops and Training
OTEAR offers multiple workshops on the improvement of teaching evaluation and assessment. All current workshops that are available are listed below, and each session is facilitated by OTEAR staff unless otherwise noted. 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.
To stay informed of our upcoming workshops and trainings, please sign up for the OTEAR email listserv.
The Classroom Inclusivity Series is now being administered by University Equity and Inclusion.
Available Sessions
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Introduction to Learning Analytics November Cohort
November 3-17, 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 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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Assessment Strategies for Inclusive STEM Classrooms (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
10:00 am – 11:30 amThis workshop will provide concrete suggestions for incorporating summative and formative assessments to advance program outcomes related to inclusive learning environments in STEM classrooms. Strategies will be scaffolded to provide easy-to-implement assessment techniques and others that take additional time and effort. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss how to implement within their courses and share their strategies with colleagues. This session is included in the Classroom Inclusivity Series for Competency 2.
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Using the Rutgers Guidelines for Presenting Evidence of Effective Teaching (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
1:30 pm – 3:00 pmThis workshop will explore the Guidelines for Effective Teaching, which adopts a framework showing what effective teaching looks like and encourages faculty to present evidence that shows their strengths across all aspects of teaching. As part of this session, participants evaluate samples of evidence and brainstorm what sources of evidence they can muster to build their promotion packets. This workshop is intended for all instructors presenting evidence for effective teaching. Please register to attend or receive the recording:
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Developing a Teaching Portfolio (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmCraft a standout teaching portfolio to effectively communicate your teaching responsibilities, philosophy, goals, and achievements. This interactive workshop will teach you how to present an engaging teaching philosophy and compile compelling evidence of your teaching success. You will also learn to highlight your professional growth and development as an educator. If you wish to attend the workshop or to receive the video recording after the workshop, please register.
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Introduction to Learning Analytics January Cohort
January 12-26, 2026
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)
Thursday, January 15, 2026
9:30 am – 11:00 am
in-person in New BrunswickDoes 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.
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Using the Rutgers Guidelines for Presenting Evidence of Effective Teaching (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
1:30 pm – 3:00 pmThis workshop will explore the Guidelines for Effective Teaching, which adopts a framework showing what effective teaching looks like and encourages faculty to present evidence that shows their strengths across all aspects of teaching. As part of this session, participants evaluate samples of evidence and brainstorm what sources of evidence they can muster to build their promotion packets. This workshop is intended for all instructors presenting evidence for effective teaching. Please register to attend or receive the recording:
-
Developing a Teaching Portfolio (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmCraft a standout teaching portfolio to effectively communicate your teaching responsibilities, philosophy, goals, and achievements. This interactive workshop will teach you how to present an engaging teaching philosophy and compile compelling evidence of your teaching success. You will also learn to highlight your professional growth and development as an educator. If you wish to attend the workshop or to receive the video recording after the workshop, please register.
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Peer Review of the Teaching Portfolio (In-Person Hands-on Workshop)
Thursday, January 15, 2026
9:30 am – 11:00 am
in-person in New BrunswickDoes 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.
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Introduction to Learning Analytics November Cohort
November 3-17, 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 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.
-
Assessment Strategies for Inclusive STEM Classrooms (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
10:00 am – 11:30 amThis workshop will provide concrete suggestions for incorporating summative and formative assessments to advance program outcomes related to inclusive learning environments in STEM classrooms. Strategies will be scaffolded to provide easy-to-implement assessment techniques and others that take additional time and effort. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss how to implement within their courses and share their strategies with colleagues. This session is included in the Classroom Inclusivity Series for Competency 2.
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Introduction to Learning Analytics January Cohort
January 12-26, 2026
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.