Robert Harrison is head of MYP development. In his previous position supporting the IB continuum, Robert led the review of the IB learner profile and promoted global engagement. Before joining the IB, Robert worked as an IB Educator in the Americas, Europe and Africa. A special educator and secondary social studies teacher by training, he holds his doctorate in Ancient Near Eastern languages and literature from Duke University. Since 2004, he has taught in the international education program at George Mason University, and currently serves as co-Editor-in-Chief of the IB Journal of Teaching Practice.

Forum Synopsis:
Introducing the IB Middle Years Programme

This session explores the International Baccalaureate's programme for 11-16 year olds. Having undergone a significant review, the IB MYP now offers greater flexibility for schools, ease of implementation for teachers, and more conceptually-focused conceptual learning for students. To familiarize participants with the principles and practices of the IB MYP - To answer questions about implementation of the programme

What is an IB Education?

PLENARY: A brief presentation, followed by a panel discussion with the Heads of Programme Development from the IB's academic division in The Hague, Netherlands. To introduce the IB's educational philosophy - To discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing IB programmes - To explore the future of international education for primary and secondary students - To answer questions about what teaching and learning is like in IB World Schools.

IB Middle Years Programme

This session, for Candidate Schools and IB World Schools delivering the IB MYP, provides information about the launch of the programme's new curriculum framework, future initiatives, and eAssessment development. - - provide up-to-date information about the IB MYP - gather ideas and support for future developments - explore the potential of MYP eAssessment - answer questions about the programme.