In neuroscientific terms, deeper learning is intentional schema-building. A schema is a cognitive framework that helps us organize and interpret information. Students’ brains build new schemas when they make rich connections between ideas in their heads. The schema they build then helps them solve problems they haven’t seen before, which, to me, is the whole point of math. This sort of deeper learning is not only a powerful way to teach math; it’s an effective method of inspiring lifelong learners capable of making meaningful contributions to society.