Join the authors of the new Pearson Chemistry for the IB Diploma Programme as they answer your questions on the new DP Biology Subject Guide for first assessment in 2025.   

Back by popular demand, experienced IB Chemistry teachers and curriculum experts Mike Ford and Oliver Canning, will talk you through the most important changes to the DP Chemistry Subject Guide and how Pearson’s new print and digital student books, developed in cooperation with the IB, will help make your new journey into the teaching of the biological sciences enjoyable and rewarding. 

About the presenters

Mike Ford
Mike Ford is the High School Curriculum Coordinator at the International School of Lyon. He has an MA in Chemistry from Oxford University and 19 years’ experience teaching IB Chemistry, Physics and TOK. He has been a Deputy Chief Examiner in Chemistry and led workshops throughout the world.

Oliver Canning
Oliver Canning teaches IB Chemistry and is the TOK Coordinator at TASIS England. In addition to nine years working in the IB Diploma programme, he has taught chemistry courses in English, American, and Spanish education systems. He is also a Course Leader for the educational charity Amala, which works with displaced youth. He was a contributing author to the upcoming chemistry curriculum as well as developing the accompanying Teacher Support Materials.

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