Depth and Complexity with Frame of Reference
The Depth and Complexity model provides depth of thinking as a critical thinker, as a problem solver and considerations for all aspects of multiple perspectives with collaborations and understanding.

• Note Details
  elaborate; identify attributes; note the parts; important factors
• Identify The Rules
  state the explicit or implicit factors that affect an area of study; the structure; the order; the hierarchy; the elements that set the standards
• Observing Patterns
  identify reoccurring elements and events; determine the order of events;  predict what comes next
• Recognizing Trends
  note factors that cause events to occur (social, political, economic, geographic); identify patterns of change over time
• Identify Ethical Considerations
  determine elements that reflect bias, prejudice, discrimination; state observations and arguments in terms of ethics
• Questions for Inquiry
  use questions to identify unclear ideas or missing information; discuss areas yet to be explored or proven; and note conclusions that need further evidence or support
• What is the Generalization, Principle, Theory or Big Idea
  identify a rule or general statement that summarizes information or draws conclusion based on evidence drawn from a collection of facts or ideas
• Relationships Over Time
  describe relationships between past, present and future; relationships within a time period; how or why things changed or remained the same
• Multiple Frames of Reference (Perspectives)
  discuss multiple perspectives related to area of study; explore different viewpoints; reflect on diversity within a society
• Interdisciplinary Connections
  relate and integrate the area of study to include the methodology of other disciplines