Learning Matters on Deeper Learning

January 1st, 2012

Deeper Learning is a new way of teaching - one that promotes critical thinking, problem solving, effective communication, collaboration, and learning how to learn.

Deeper Learning can create educational equity in urban schools, encourage digital literacy, promote cross-curricular teaching, better evaluate students, teach collaboration skills, and allow students to create work of value.

With support from the Hewlett Foundation, Learning Matters will be exploring Deeper Learning in our NewsHour reports and other media.

WATCH: Problem Solvers! (May 6, 2013)

At King Middle School in Portland, ME, 8th graders spend four months studying physics, design, and much more - all in preparation for inventing alternative energy devices that improve people’s lives.

Deeper Learning in Danville, KY (April 3, 2013)

Inspired by schools using project-based learning, public schools in Danville, Kentucky are in the process of a radical transformation.

Deeper Learning (January 30, 2013)

A profile of three classrooms that engage students with real-world projects.

Walla Walla Wine School (September 10, 2012)

The two-year degree program in Enology and Viticulture at Walla Walla Community College has been around for about 12 years. 80 percent of program graduates are working in the wine industry, in roles ranging from vineyard managers to wine sellers.

Providence Summer Scholars (August 20, 2012)

Providence, Rhode Island’s school district found that remedial summer school classes weren’t working, and so they decided to try something different. Its new program is called Summer Scholars - students participate in hands-on, field learning experiences that feel more like camp than summer school.

Does Music Education Matter? (February 24, 2012)

The Harmony Program, an after-school program in New York City, is showing that music can make a big difference in children’s lives. The program is modeled after Venezuela’s hugely successful “El Sistema” program, which over the last 30 years has helped hundreds of thousands of the country’s neediest children learn not only how to play music, but also how to achieve success in school — and beyond.