Room: Erie
presented by Bob Poole, Head of Recognition Services, International Baccalaureate
Sandra Wade-Pauly, University and Government Liaison, International Baccalaureate
The IB Diploma Programme provides two years of rigorous, continuously assessed coursework in the traditional academic disciplines. Students completing this programme are prepared to succeed in the post-secondary setting, bringing with them: 1) a thorough knowledge in the traditional subject areas; 2) the cognitive knowledge and habits of mind necessary to support the demand for extensive critical thinking, critical writing and problem solving skills; and 3) the maturity needed to work independently in a rational and well organized manner. This session will discuss ways to promote the IB Diploma to universities, and will also provide updates on recognition at various universities in the region.
Bob Poole, Head of Recognition Services, International Baccalaureate
Bob Poole works out of the IB North America office in Vancouver, British Columbia, as the Head of Recognition Services. He worked as a teacher for many years in the Vancouver School District. He was a biology and theory of knowledge teacher and IB Diploma Programme coordinator at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary in Vancouver. He has also served on a variety of IB committees.
Sandra Wade-Pauly , University and Government Liaison, International Baccalaureate
Sandra Wade Pauly graduated from UC Berkeley and the Monterey Institute of International Studies, California, and attended the London School of Economic and Political Science in London. She taught political science at San Francisco State University. At the International School of Manila, she served as IB Diploma Programme Coordinator and college counselor. She also served as Director of Studies at the United World College of Southeast Asia, where she organized the college’s first professional development programme and their first teacher appraisal instrument. She is currently the IB North America University and Government Liaison and works out of the IB North America Vancouver office.
