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Research on Deep Learning vs. Surface Learning Discussion 1: Describe an example of a typical surface learning experience you've seen in your classroom. Discussion 2: Now, describe an example of deep learning by your student(s) that you've witnessed. Click on any article below to read more about the research on student approaches to learning: Strategies of Learning and Studying: Recent Research Findings, by Noel Entwistle Creating the Future: Contrasts and Influences, by Noel Entwistle Deep, surface and strategic approaches to learning, Contributor Jackie Lublin Table: Deep and Surface Learning, compiled from Biggs (1999), Entwistle (1988) and Ramsden (1992). Further Reading: Bibliographic Resources on Deep and Surface Learning Move On to Step Three...