English
Cross-curricular terms.
Definition
Academic vocabulary words that appear across multiple school subjects with consistent or related meanings. These words — like 'analyze,' 'evaluate,' 'structure,' and 'factor' — are essential for understanding instructions and concepts in any class.
Examples
Real-world.
- 1 'Analyze' is used in English (analyze a poem), science (analyze data), and history (analyze a primary source)
- 2 'Evidence' appears in English (textual evidence), science (experimental evidence), and law
- 3 'Significant' is used in math (significant digits), history (significant events), and English (significant themes)