The Depth and Complexity framework is a set of tools that allow teachers to differentiate for any grade level or content area in a way that is straightforward to implement and effective. It is composed of eleven elements represented by a set of icons or pictures.
The Depth and Complexity framework is primarily a differentiation tool. It adjusts how students approach the content they are learning about. In addition to the eleven elements, Depth and Complexity has other components that teachers use to raise the thinking level in the classroom.
