Week 1 Elucidating Concepts PDF

WRITING CONCEPT PAPER 1  The EAPP Structure Reading Academic Texts Writing Critique/Review Writing Concept Paper Writing Position Paper Writing Technical/ Survey Report  Learning Competencies (Writing a Concept Paper) The...

WRITING CONCEPT PAPER 1  The EAPP Structure Reading Academic Texts Writing Critique/Review Writing Concept Paper Writing Position Paper Writing Technical/ Survey Report  Learning Competencies (Writing a Concept Paper) The learner… 1. defines what a concept paper is 2. determines the ways a writer can elucidate on a concept by definition, explication and clarification 3. compare and contrast concepts in fields such as: Art, Business, Law, Philosophy, Politics , Religion, Science, Sports, TechVoc, Home Economics , Agri. Fishery, I.A , ICT, etc. 4.presents a novel concept or project with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids  Learning Objectives (Writing a Concept Paper) The learner… 1. define a concept and concept paper; 2. differentiate the ways by which a concept can be elucidated; 3. elucidate unknown terms using different ways.  ACTIVITY 1 What Am I? The teacher will give a definition or a description of an object. The participants will bring out and raise that object which they think is being defined or described. The teacher will give more specific definitions/descriptions until it is clear what the object is. 5  A piece of cloth (1) Used as a garment (2) for the foot and lower part of the leg (3) typically knitted from wool, cotton, or nylon (4) SOCKS  Kind of cosmetic (1) Make-up (2) a flesh-toned (3) used to cover facial blemishes and conceal dark circles under the eyes.(4) CONCEALER  Gadget (1) Mobile device (2) with a touchscreen display (3) designed to be worn on the wrist. (4) SMART WATCH  An accessory (1) Chain-like structure (2) Kind of bracelet (3) Worn around the ankle (4) ANKLET  A piece of paper(1) with written/printed text and numbers (2) Used in financial transactions (3) proves that money or goods have been received(4) RECEIPT  ANALYSIS 1 Again, enumerate all the answers in the previous activity. In what lexical category do these words belong? Define this part of speech. Can we consider these ‘tangible’ nouns as concepts? Therefore, what are concepts? How can we create concept paper titles or topics from these tangible things? 12  CONCEPT 1. a general notion or idea; conception. 2. an idea of something formed by mentally combining all its characteristics or particulars; a construct. 3. comes from the Latin term concipere, which means to conceive Source: http://www.dictionary.com/browse/concept?s=t 13  Elucidate means to explain or make an idea, notion or term clear. There are three commonly used ways to do it: definition, explication and clarification. Source: http://www.dictionary.com/browse/concept?s=t 14  Learning Competencies (Writing a Concept Paper) The learner… 1. defines what a concept paper is 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 4. comprehends various kinds of concept papers 5. explains and clarifies concepts in fields such as: Art, Business, Law, Philosophy, Politics , Religion, Science, Sports, TechVoc, Home Economics , Agri. Fishery, I.A , ICT, etc. 6.presents a novel concept or project with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids  ACTIVITY 1 What words can you associate with these? “ DEFINITION used to provide the meaning of a word or term. Definitions may be ” formal, informal or extended. “ 1. FORMAL DEFINITION Follows a pattern or equation Term + genus + differentia ” (differentiating characteristics) Ex. A robot is a machine that looks like a human being and performs complex acts of a human being (Webster) “ 2. INFORMAL DEFINITION uses known words or examples to explain unknown term. These definitions may be synonyms or antonyms introduced by or, in other ” words, or like “ 1. By SYNONYM Using a word or phrase that shares a meaning with the term being defined Ex. Hashish-marijuana ”  3. EXTENDED DEFINITIONS “ Exgenerally have the components of both informal and formal definitions. However, as the name suggests, the author uses a number of other techniques to define a ” word, concept, or phrase. “ 1. By ORIGIN or SEMANTIC HISTORY Ex. Yoga comes from Sanskrit “to join” ” “ 2. By ILLUSTRATION Ex. Known for shedding their leaves in the fall, deciduous, trees, include oaks, ” maples, and beeches  3. By FUNCTION “ Stating the use or purpose of the term Ex. A thermometer measures temperature change.change ” “ 4. By ANALYSIS Breaking down wholes into parts, aspects into levels, and a process into steps Ex. The republican form of government has ” three branches: the executive, the legislative, and the judiciary. “ 5. By ANALOGY or METAPHOR comparing one entity to a different one ” with similar characteristics Ex. The germs or bacteria or antigens are like a gang of villains invading our body, attacking our unseen defenders, the layers of macrophages, cytokines, and lymphocytes. “ 6. By CONTRAST comparing one entity to a another ” one highlighting the difference Ex. Unlike those of gas, the particles of plasma are electrically charged. “ 7. By NEGATION Stating what a term is not ” Ex. Wild rice, an American delicacy, is not rice at all but the seed of a tall aquatic grass. “ EXPLICATION a method of explanation used mainly for literary criticism. This is done by snipping certain lines, phrases, verses or even the entire text itself) and then interpreting/ ” explaining them in detail. “ CLARIFICATION entails analysis of concept by looking at the examples and specifying some of the characteristics to arrive at the one working definition which can be used ” throughout the paper.  A Concept Paper Defines an idea or a concept and explains its essence in order to clarify the “whatness” of that idea or concept. It answers the questions: what is it and what about it? (Dadufalza, 1996). Starts with a definition, either formal or informal, of the term or concept and proceeds with an expanded definition and an analytic description of the aspects of the concept.  Purpose To stipulate the meaning of a term by Limiting Extending or Redirecting the reference or sense in which the term is commonly understood or to use in a special way a term borrowed from another field in which it is made to apply (Dadufalza, 1996).  Uses of Concept Paper It serves the foundation of a full project proposal. It helps determine the feasibility of a project before it is implemented. It is used to pique the interest of a potential funding agencies. It is used to gather important feedback regarding the ideas before preparing the full proposal.  ACTIVITY 2 Let’s Elucidate It! 1. Choose among the words that were given in the previous activity (Guessing Game). 2. Make a mind map of your concept. 3. Decide on how you will elucidate on the chosen concept using the following definition techniques: 34 GROUP Definition Techniques 1 Formal and Negation 2 Origin and Metaphor 3 Function and Analysis 4 Analogy and Illustration 5 Contrast and Synonym  ANALYSIS 2 1. To which fields do the concepts that were explained and clarified belong? 2. What are the various ways by which a writer can elucidate on a concept? 36  Learning Competencies (Writing a Concept Paper) The learner… 1. defines what a concept paper is 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 4. comprehends various kinds of concept papers 5. explains and clarifies concepts in fields such as: Art, Business, Law, Philosophy, Politics , Religion, Science, Sports, TechVoc, Home Economics , Agri. Fishery, I.A , ICT, etc. 6.presents a novel concept or project with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids  ACTIVITY 3 Let’s Dissect It! 1.Each group will be given a text representing a kind concept paper. 2.Provide meta cards, let them identify the following: topic; problem; and solution. 3.Allot 20 minutes for each group to read the assigned text and answer using the meta cards given. 4.Reconvene the groups for the presentation of their task. 38  ACTIVITY SHEET Aspect Answers Topic Problem Solution 39  ANALYSIS 3 1. What is the purpose of the concept paper? 2. How can it help improve the society? 3. What kind of concept paper is it? 40  ABSTRACTION 3 Types of Academic Concept Papers Research concept paper Advertising concept paper Project concept paper Source: Mercado, Felix (2016), Session Presentation for Mass Training of Grade 11 Teachers on Content and Pedagogy 41  Research Concept Paper This is a summary written by students embarking on research to gather and present preliminary ideas: to review a field of study, state a research question, identify methods, and indicate the significance of a line of research, often including a budget and timeline. It tells the reader what the research is, why it is important and how it will be carried out. Source: https://stecshs.files.wordpress.com/2016/12/lesson-12-academic-english.pptx 42  Advertising Concept Paper (Creative Concept) A creative concept is an overarching “Big Idea” that captures audience interest, influences their emotional response and inspires them to take action. It is a unifying theme that can be used across all campaign messages, calls to action, communication channels and audiences. Source: https://www.msuiit.edu.ph/academics/schools/sgs/.../SGS-concept-paper-template.doc 43  Grant Project Concept Paper This is a brief, one or two page concept paper prepared prior to submission of a full proposal. Applicants may use concept papers in any of the following ways: to interest potential funders/sponsors to develop potential solutions or investigations into project ideas to determine whether a project idea is fundable. Source: https://www.ithaca.edu/sponsored-research/docs/conceptpaper.pdf 44  Learning Competencies (Writing a Concept Paper) The learner… 1. defines what a concept paper is 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 4. comprehends various kinds of concept papers 5. explains and clarifies concepts in fields such as: Art, Business, Law, Philosophy, Politics , Religion, Science, Sports, TechVoc, Home Economics , Agri. Fishery, I.A , ICT, etc. 6.presents a novel concept or project with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids  Graphic Organizer is a visual display that demonstrates relationships between facts, concepts or ideas. guides the learner’s thinking as they fill in and build upon a visual map or diagram. informally used as a term to describe all visual learning strategies such as concept mapping, webbing, mind mapping, and more.  Concept Maps Concept maps graphically illustrate relationships between two or more concepts and are linked by words that describe their relationship.  Webs Brainstorming webs show how different categories of information relate to one another.  Mind Maps Mind Maps are visual representations of hierarchical information that include a central idea or image surrounded by connected branches of associated topics or ideas. Concept Map Rubrics Criteria for Evaluating a Concept Paper Introduction Development and Organization of Ideas Style (inc. Transitions) In-text Citations and Referencing Conclusion Writing Mechanics Graphic Organizers  APPLICATION 1 Let’s Solve It! 1.Identify a problem related to the field of specialization you are handling in school. Make the teenagers in your community or course the subject of your concept paper. 2.Think of a possible solution to address this problem. 3.Write a brief report of your topic, the problem and your proposed solutions. 4.Present your report with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids. 52  APPLICATION 2 Complete the Budget of Work (Part 3 of 5) Competency Codes Target/Performance Activities/Pedagogies Assessment Standards 53 Thank you! 54