CSWE introduced two new preconference workshop formats at the 2009 APM to deepen attendees’ understanding of particular topics. Both new formats offered additional opportunities outside of the Faculty Development Institutes to hear fresh perspectives on emerging and core issues in specialized content areas.
Field Directors Development Institutes
A Field Directors Development Institute (FDDI) is a preconference workshop in which individuals with field education expertise share information for the purpose of enhancing knowledge and skills of field directors as well as faculty involved in field education.
Leadership Development Institutes
A Leadership Development Institute (LDI) is a preconference workshop in which a senior faculty/administrator with special expertise shares knowledge for the purpose of promoting leadership roles and enhancing leadership skills.