Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research
Office of Academic Assessment and Accreditation
About OTEAR
The Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research (OTEAR, pronounced ot·ter: ä-tər) sits within the Office of Academic Assessment and Accreditation, and 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.
Rutgers is dedicated to continuous improvement in academic affairs, aligning periodic reviews and annual assessments with the strategic goals of its schools, colleges, and Chancellor-led Units. The university supports this through academic assessment, program and research center reviews, and both institutional and specialized accreditation. Learn more about the Office of Academic Assessment and Accreditation.
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Upcoming Workshops
To view all of our available sessions, please visit our Workshops and Training page.
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Introduction to Learning Analytics September Cohort
September 8-22, 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…
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Blue Dashboard Training for Administrators
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 9:30 am – 11:00 am The Blue Dashboard allows Deans, Directors and administrators to look longitudinally across their SIRS data to glean actionable insights and have meaningful conversations in their departments. While not an alternative to an official teaching grid, the Blue Dashboard will provide an opportunity for units to look…
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Interpreting SIRS and other forms of Student Feedback (Virtual Interactive Workshop)
Thursday, September 11, 20259:30 am – 11:00 am 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…
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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Blue 9 Updated Features
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SIRS (Blue) System Maintenance, May 26th – 30th, 2025 [Complete]
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Spring 2025 SIRS Results Available to Faculty
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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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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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