Oversees all aspects of the American Chess School: research, tournament organization, chess camps, consultations, etc. As Camp Founder and Director, he is best known for his years of research studies proving the educational benefits of chess. Dr. Ferguson's studies may be found at http://www.amchess.org/research/ and on our sister site at http://move.to/scholastic.chess. His research has been translated into Spanish, and is readily available many places on the Internet. Dr. Ferguson offers a limited number of workshops each year. For information, email him at ExecDir@amchess.org. He also teaches chess at Chautauqua Institution.

Assisted with subdivisions, listed and sold property, maintained client list, wrote advertising, and implemented new strategies to increase sales

As Director of Continuing Education, I hired new instructors, and encouraged the design of new courses to meet the needs and interests of our clients. As the Coordinator of Gifted Educaion, I authored and was project director for the grant, the 4th “R” Reasoning Program, which focused on the use of chess, as well as other intellectually stimulating activities to develop both critical and creative thinking skills. He holds both elementary and secondary certification and has taught in the K-12 sector for many years in addition to the undergraduate and graduate levels. In 1980, the Pennsylvania Department of Education reviewed the 4th “R” Reasoning Program and declared it an exemplary program. In 1986, the 4th “R” Reasoning Program was selected by the Bradford Area High School staff and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools as being one of the most unique programs in the school district. This information is published in the Middle States Association Visiting Committee Report based on their visit October 21-24, 1986.