Academic Language Overview
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What does the term 'interest' not refer to in the context of its meanings?

  • Investment in stocks (correct)
  • Attracting attention
  • Desire to learn
  • Additional money on a loan
  • Which science branch focuses on the physical properties of matter at the molecular level?

  • Microbiology
  • Engineering
  • Molecular biology (correct)
  • Biotechnology
  • Which branch of the Humanities includes the study of ethics?

  • Rhetoric
  • Moral philosophy (correct)
  • Metaphysics
  • Theology
  • Which definition of 'park' is a verb?

    <p>To stop a vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which branch does political science fall under?

    <p>Social Sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a meaning of the word 'novel'?

    <p>A romantic relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of the verb form of 'leave'?

    <p>To go away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term represents a branch of Natural and Applied Sciences?

    <p>Environmental science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes academic language from everyday spoken English?

    <p>It has more complex sentence structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a discipline-specific term?

    <p>Heterozygote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pre-teaching academic vocabulary to students?

    <p>To ensure they understand and effectively use specialized terms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do academic disciplines typically evolve over time?

    <p>Through significant changes in writing and thinking methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of evidence is commonly used by biologists?

    <p>Laboratory research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one main characteristic of professional language?

    <p>It focuses on clarity and efficiency for experts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception students may have regarding academic terms?

    <p>Every academic term can be understood through common language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which academic discipline includes history as one of its branches?

    <p>Humanities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Academic Language

    • Defined as the language utilized in educational contexts, contrasting with informal spoken English through distinct vocabulary and structure.
    • Academic vocabulary includes specialized terms relevant to specific disciplines (e.g., "heterozygote" in genetics; "sine" in trigonometry).
    • Pre-teaching academic terms enhances comprehension and application for students.
    • Types of terms include:
      • Discipline-specific terms unique to a field (e.g., "intertextuality" in literature).
      • Everyday words that acquire specific academic meanings (e.g., "gas" in scientific contexts).
    • To manage misconceptions, it's vital to clarify meanings of terms in both everyday and academic usage.
    • Professional language aims to streamline communication among experts, enhancing clarity without obscuring meaning.

    Academic Disciplines and Branches

    • Disciplines encompass various fields:
      • Business covers accounting, economics, finance, management, and marketing.
      • Humanities include art, history, languages, music, philosophy, religion, and theatre.
      • Natural and applied sciences entail biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, mathematics, physics, and medicine.
      • Social sciences comprise anthropology, education, geography, psychology, and sociology.
    • Each discipline possesses unique evolution and standards for research and documentation, with specific writing conventions and methodologies.
    • Types of evidence collection vary by discipline:
      • Biologists rely on laboratory research.
      • Art historians utilize primary and secondary sources including artworks and critiques.
      • Social scientists gather data from research reports, ethnographic observations, interviews, and fieldwork.
      • Political scientists analyze demographic data, surveys, and direct quotations.

    Branches of Academic Disciplines

    • Humanities branches include moral philosophy, discourse, criminology, metaphysics, theology, rhetoric, politics, epistemology, and classics.
    • Natural and applied sciences have branches like hydrology, biotechnology, molecular biology, metallurgy, quantum physics, engineering, microbiology, biomechanics, and environmental science.
    • Social sciences consist of political science, archaeology, international relations, behavioral sciences, linguistics, critical theory, social research, ethnography, political economy, and communication studies.

    Words with Multiple Meanings

    • "Interest" can refer to a desire to learn or additional money owed on a loan; as a verb, it means to attract attention.
    • "Date" may signify a specific day or denote the act of determining the age of something.
    • "Engage" serves as a verb meaning to participate, while as an adjective, it describes a formal commitment (e.g., an engaged couple).
    • "Leave" can indicate going away, leaving a mark, depositing, or absence from work.
    • "Novel" refers to a fictional book or signifies something unique or new.
    • "Park" can either refer to a recreational area or the action of stopping a vehicle.
    • "Play" could mean to participate in an activity or to act in a theatrical production.

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    This quiz covers the essential aspects of academic language, including its definition and importance in educational contexts. You will learn about specialized vocabulary and the various types of academic terms specific to different disciplines. Understand how pre-teaching these terms aids students in effective communication and comprehension.

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