The Work of Teaching the Canon: Reflections on Jim Ferguson’s Legacy at UC Irvine

Key Points

• This paper reflects on the contributions of Jim Ferguson to the field of education and teaching the canon.
• Analysis of Jim Ferguson’s teaching strategies
• Review of curriculum changes inspired by Ferguson
• Interviews with colleagues and students influenced by Ferguson
• Identified key elements of Ferguson’s approach to teaching
• Highlighted the lasting impact of his methods on current curriculum practices
• Showed how Ferguson’s legacy shapes future educators' perspectives