ABSTRACT
Strengthening the curriculum through the use of conceptual learning methodologies is one way that teachers and administrators can develop the aforementioned desirable student traits. Depth and complexity is a form of differentiated learning that modifies curricular content. Infusing depth and complexity in the curriculum, concepts are posed as words or prompts and stimulate higher levels of knowing. Rules are an example of a depth and complexity concept. Discussion and dialogue using a Socratic seminar method is an authentic way for students to investigate the depth of an idea. Traditionally, education’s primary focus was on memorizing and regurgitating key facts, figures, and events. The conceptual learning methodologies allow students to examine ideas in complex ways.
