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.

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

  • DIG Training (In-Person, Camden Campus)

    Thursday, June 5, 2025
    1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
    Campus Center, North Conference Room (Camden campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the Camden Campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics June Cohort

    June 16-30, 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.

    Register


  • Rutgers Spring 2025 Teaching & Learning Report

    Wednesday, June 25, 2025
    10:00 am-11:30 am

    At the end of the Spring term, OTEAR surveys instructors about their teaching experiences during the academic year to better understand emerging challenges. In this presentation, we will share our analysis of the AY24-25 Rutgers Instructor Teaching Experience Survey.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics July Cohort

    July 14-28, 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.

    Register


  • DIG Training (In-Person, Newark Campus)

    Monday, August, 11, 2025
    11:00 am – 12:00 pm
    Center for Law and Justice 392 (Newark Campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the Newark Campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Monday, August, 11, 2025
    11:00 am – 12:00 pm

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics August Cohort

    August 11-25, 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.

    Register


  • DIG Training (In-Person, New Brunswick Campus)

    Wednesday, August 20, 2025
    1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    Tillett Computer Lab in room 106J2 (Livingston NB campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the New Brunswick campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • 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 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.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Thursday, September 18, 2025
    9:30 am – 10:30 am

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register


  • Rutgers Spring 2025 Teaching & Learning Report

    Wednesday, June 25, 2025
    10:00 am-11:30 am

    At the end of the Spring term, OTEAR surveys instructors about their teaching experiences during the academic year to better understand emerging challenges. In this presentation, we will share our analysis of the AY24-25 Rutgers Instructor Teaching Experience Survey.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics June Cohort

    June 16-30, 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.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics July Cohort

    July 14-28, 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.

    Register


  • Introduction to Learning Analytics August Cohort

    August 11-25, 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.

    Register


  • 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 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.

    Register


  • DIG Training (In-Person, Camden Campus)

    Thursday, June 5, 2025
    1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
    Campus Center, North Conference Room (Camden campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the Camden Campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • DIG Training (In-Person, Newark Campus)

    Monday, August, 11, 2025
    11:00 am – 12:00 pm
    Center for Law and Justice 392 (Newark Campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the Newark Campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Monday, August, 11, 2025
    11:00 am – 12:00 pm

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register


  • DIG Training (In-Person, New Brunswick Campus)

    Wednesday, August 20, 2025
    1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    Tillett Computer Lab in room 106J2 (Livingston NB campus)

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. This in-person session on the New Brunswick campus will be held in a computer lab to allow some hands-on work within the system.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Thursday, September 18, 2025
    9:30 am – 10:30 am

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register


  • DIG Training (Virtual)

    Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

    The DIG system will be updated during the last week of May 2025, and there are some significant functional differences. Therefore, we are suggesting that all department administrators who are responsible for validating instructor details for SIRS setup attend a DIG training session. For this virtual offering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link a few days before the session.

    Register