Jovan Groen

Jovan Groen serves as Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa while concurrently holding the position of Senior Research/Evaluation Analyst for the Vice-Provost of Academic Affairs. He leads institutional research initiatives focused on postsecondary teaching and learning effectiveness, building on his prior experience as Interim Director of the Centre for University Teaching where he managed educational development programs across the institution.

His research concentrates on transformative learning processes and pedagogical effectiveness within higher education, with specialized expertise in educational development, program evaluation, and educational technologies. Methodologically grounded in qualitative approaches and participatory design, his work bridges institutional research with practical teaching applications particularly in teacher education and adult learning contexts.

Recent publications (2021) demonstrate consistent focus on evaluating learning quality through multi-stakeholder perspectives, doctoral student engagement dynamics, and institutional case study methodologies. These works collectively advance understanding of transformative learning frameworks in postsecondary environments while addressing practical challenges in educational development.

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As co-investigator on an SSHRC-funded project (Scaffolding a Transformative Transition to Distance and Online Learning), Groen directs research monitoring postsecondary instructors' and students' adaptation to digital learning environments. His institutional leadership includes managing evaluation teams within the Vice-Provost's office and previously overseeing the Centre for University Teaching's educational development initiatives.

He operates within the Vice-Provost of Academic Affairs structure, leading cross-campus research teams that analyze teaching effectiveness and learning outcomes through evidence-based evaluation frameworks developed in collaboration with faculty stakeholders.