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During the 2018 Professors in Instructional Design (PIDT) Conference, faculty representing over a dozen institutions met to discuss curricular initiatives that were being implemented across programs, and the challenges and benefits of these initiatives. The discussion focused on several areas, including: interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary programs and courses, online programs, and undergraduate initiatives. The outcome of these conversations led faculty to gather information from across these institutions to highlight and share ways that their respective programs have promoted the field through innovative partnerships, projects, and programs within the broader community. It is anticipated that this summary will serve as a catalyst for other programs to propose and share their own innovative program plans and encourage individuals to attend future PIDT conferences.
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Richardson, J.C., Brush, T., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. et al. Innovations in Instructional Design and Technology Programs: a View from PIDT 2018. TechTrends 64, 432–438 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-019-00445-8
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