Enrichment clusters are designed for authentic learning, and a key concept in defining authentic learning is application. Authentic learning consists of applying relevant knowledge, thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to the solution of real problems. These real-life problems share four criteria. First, a real problem requires a personal frame of reference for the individual or group pursuing the problem. In other words, the problem must involve an emotional or internal commitment in addition to a cognitive or scholarly interest. Check out the clusters we have this fall!