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.


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.

Improving the Evaluation of Teaching


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.

Assessment Resources


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.

Using Learning Analytics

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