Writing Concept Paper PDF

WRITIN G CONCEPT PAPER GROUP 5  e c t i v 1.define what a concept Ob j paper is e s : 2.determines the ways a writer can elucidate on a concept by definition, explication and cla...

WRITIN G CONCEPT PAPER GROUP 5  e c t i v 1.define what a concept Ob j paper is e s : 2.determines the ways a writer can elucidate on a concept by definition, explication and clarification 3.identifies situations in which a concept paper may be effectively used to improve our society WHAT IS A CONCEPT PAPER? A concept paper is a summary document of a project proposal that tells what the project is all about, the reasons for conducting the project and how it will be carried out. This paper also provides an overview of the project, and help funding agencies eliminate proposals that are likely to be disapproved.  PARTS OF A The parts of a concept paperCONCEPT PAPER on the nature of the may also vary depending project/activity when it is used in a specific discipline. Below are the two outlines of a concept paper based on the context. CONCEPT PAPER FOR A PROJECT Cover Page contains Rationale or Background Proponent’s name contains Proponent’s contact number, email State the problem to be solved address State the project’s significance Proponent’s agency Project Description contains Date of submission Objective of the project Introduction contains Methodology (Action Plan) Short description of proponent’s Timeline agency, major accomplishments and Anticipated outcome capability to undertake the proposed How the outcome Project Needswill be Cost and project. evaluated contains Reasons why the funding agency Budget, item description and should support the project amount  PARTS OF A CONCEPT PAPER The parts of a concept paper may also vary depending on the nature of the project/activity when it is used in a specific discipline. Below are the two outlines of a concept paper based on the context. CONCEPT PAPER FOR Title Page contains ACADEMIC RESEARCH Preliminary Literature Timeline contains Research title Review contains Duration of the research Name and school Provide theoretical framework (Gantt chart) Date of submission Provide major related literature Reference contains Background of the review at least 5 List of books, journals, Study contains Provide brief synthesis of the and other resources State the field you are reviewed literature and studies. cited in your paper researching on Statement of the State the problems to be Problem/Objectives contains addressed by the State the general problem in one research, provide sentence statistics and previous State your specific research studies to prove your questions of objectives. claim Methodology contains How to Write a Concept Paper ELEMENTS: INTRODUCTION - states your mission and vision and a brief introduction of your project/campaign PURPOSE - presents the reason why the project/campaign is worth your sponsor’s time, effort, and money DESCRIPTION - details all the necessary information about the project - involves the website/s or page you are going to produce and the purpose of each and how they work in unison SUPPORT - contains the budget needed for the project, though  3 Ways in Elucidating a Concept  1. DEFINITION it is a technique for recognizing a phrase and clarifying its meaning; its primary goal is to clarify and explains concepts, ideas, and issues. 3 Ways in Presenting Definition: a. FORMAL DEFINITION - explains a term by clarifying where it originates from and the characteristics that distinguishes it from others. This can be done also through term, class, and distinguishing features. b. INFORMAL DEFINITION - it is done through brief explanation. It only includes the term to be defined and its class. c. EXTENDED DEFINITION - it consists of at least one paragraph with the detailed description and facts.  Signal Words for Definition: The following signal words are useful when explaining a concept by definition as defined, for example, for instance, is defined as, means, such as, to illustrate 2. EXPLICATION - it is an explanation method which words, verses, quotes, or paragraphs are taken for a literary or academic work and then interpreted and described in detail. 3. CLARIFICATION - it is a method in which the points are organized from general abstract concept to more specific and particular details. Signal Words after all, as an example, for instance, in other words, in particular, specifically, to clarify, to be specific  THANK YOU! GROUP 5