Deeper learning is associated with a growing movement in U.S. education that places special emphasis on the ability to apply knowledge to real-world circumstances and to solve novel problems. wikipedia 
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"Deeper learning" was first introduced by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation in 2010 and specified a set of educational outcomes.
- Mastery of rigorous academic content - Critical thinking and problem-solving skills - The ability to work collaboratively - Effective oral and written communication - Learning how to learn - Developing and maintaining an academic mindset