MYP Command Terms

Which word means "Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusions."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which word means "Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form."

• Analyse
• Construct
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which word means "To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination, as a work or an invention."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which word means "Produce a plan, simulation or model."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which word means "Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which word means "Give a detailed account or picture of a situation, event, pattern or process."

• Analyse
• Describe
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which word means "Prove or make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which word means "To improve incrementally, elaborate or expand in detail. Evolve to a more advanced or effective state."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify

Which word means "Assess the implications and limitations; make judgments about the ideas, works, solutions or methods in relation to selected criteria.."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify

Which word means "Give a detailed account including reasons or causes."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify