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Do you address the depth of learning (versus shallow learning)? Also, I am interested in the underlying mechanism where one is able to use new concepts just learned and integrate them with those one possesses to create something new altogether.
The presentations during the second day will likely touch on your first question - such as Hal Pashler's talk and discussion. I would argue depth of learning is tied to how information is acquired (e.g.pedagogy) as well as spacing of learning experience. Your second question is a fascinating concept, one that my colleagues and I have often discussed as well (esp. In the context of creative thinking).
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