Quarter 3 – Week 7: Modules 9 and 10

Writing and Presenting Concept

Papers in Various Disciplines

Development Team of the Modules

Writer: Joann M. Mendoza; and Carlito L. Mendoza
Editor: Maria Elizabeth M. Morales
Reviewer: Alvin R. Lim

Management Team Zenia G. Mostoles EdD, CESO V, SDS

Leonardo C. Canlas EdD CESE, ASDS
Rowena T. Quiambao CESE, ASDS
Celia R. Lacanlale PhD, CID Chief
Arceli S. Lopez PhD, SGOD Chief
June D. Cunanan EPS- English
Ruby M. Jimenez PhD, EPS-LRMDS

Published by: Department of Education, Schools Division of Pampanga

Office Address: High School Boulevard, Brgy. Lourdes, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Telephone No: (045) 435-2728
E-mail Address: pampanga@deped.gov.ph

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 English for Academic
and Professional
Purposes
Quarter 3–Module 9:

Concept Papers in Various

Disciplines
Development Team of the Module
Writer: Joann M. Mendoza; and Carlito L. Mendoza
Editor: Maria Elizabeth M. Morales
Reviewer: Alvin R. Lim

Management Team: SDS Zenia G. Mostoles, EdD, CESO V

ASDS Leonardo C. Canlas, EdD, CESE
ASDS Rowena T. Quiambao, CESE
CID Chief, Celia R. Lacanlale, PhD
SGOD Chief, Arceli S. Lopez, PhD
June D. Cunanan, EPS-I, English
Ruby M. Jimenez, EPS-I, LRMDS

Published by the Department of Education, Schools Division of Pampanga

Office Address: High School Boulevard, Brgy. Lourdes, City of San Fernando,
Pampanga
Telephone No: (045) 435-2728
E-mail Address: pampanga@deped.gov.ph

Week 7
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Introductory Message
For the Facilitator:

Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes Alternative Delivery Mode
(ADM) Module on Concept Papers in Various Disciplines

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from public
institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards
set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic
constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You also
need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their own learning.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they do the tasks
included in the module.

For the Learner:

Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes Alternative Delivery Mode
(ADM) Module on Concept Papers in Various Disciplines

Concepts may be explained through different modes or patterns. Aside from definition, other
ways such as explication and explanation can be used to elucidate on a concept. These
modes can be effectively used in presenting a concept in various disciplines. However, to fully
do this, you should familiarize yourself with the format and things that need to be considered
in writing a concept paper.

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided
and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to process the
contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.

What I Need to Know

This module will assist you in encouraging the learners to appreciate the
importance of writing concept papers as one of their tools in developing and presenting
ideas.
Please help the learners in sharing their ideas and knowledge from their
experiences so that there will be collaboration and learning will be easy.
Answers are written at the back of this module. Inculcate to the learners the
value of honesty while answering this module.

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For the Learner
Writing concept papers is one of the basic skills needed in presenting one’s
ideas and an innovative attempt in creating new projects and programs in various
fields. The main point of concept papers is the presentation of a short summary of
what project or program is and how it will be carried out. It will also enable the
developer of the concept to spot possible risks and gray areas that might cause fatal
problem during implementation. Thus, being aware and knowledgeable in writing
concept papers is a big advantage when it comes to the pursuit of career and
professional growth.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. Determine the guidelines in writing concept papers.
2. Differentiate the concepts in various disciplines.
3. Construct a concept paper in a chosen discipline.

What I Know

Copy the LINK chart in your notebook. Answer column L and I before proceeding to
the next part of this module. You will fill up the column N while reading the lesson and
K after accomplishing the assessment.
WRITING CONCEPT PAPER IN YOUR FIELD OF DISCIPLINE
L I N K
List everything you Inquire about what Now we are going What do you know
know you want to know to take note now?

Lesson

9 Concept Papers in Various Disciplines

Concepts may be explained through different modes or patterns. Aside from

definition, other ways such as explication and explanation can be used to elucidate on
a concept. These modes can be effectively used in presenting a concept in various
disciplines. However, to fully do this, you should familiarize yourself with the format
and things that need to be taken into consideration in writing a concept paper. Some
of those are as follows:

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 1. Paper size 8.5” x 11”
2. Spacing: Double-spaced
3. Font: Times New Roman
4. Font size: 12
5. Margins: 1 inch on all sides
6. Footer: Page number (Page ___of___)
7. Header: School logo (left side), your name (right side)

What’s In

Read each situation below then write YES if it calls for developing a concept
paper and NO if not.
1. The teacher asked you to write your point of view about “Should Math be
removed from the College Curriculum?”

2. As a TVL student, you are asked to think of the possible theme and motif of
the upcoming Christmas party.
3. As a GAS student, you want to know the impact of the Best in English
Speaking Student Award on the oral fluency of students.
4. Eisen attended a dance competition with his friend; after the event, he
wanted to discuss how and why the winning team’s performance did not
deserve the award.
5. Riza was asked to write their platforms and their plans for the national
campaign.

What’s New

Examine the sample concept paper. Answer the questions in your notebook using 2-
3 sentences only.

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 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
TELACSAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Macabebe

I. Title: Best English Speaking Student (BESS) and Best English Speaking
Teacher (BEST) Award

II. Rationale: English is considered as lingua franca or international language used to

communicate with other people speaking different mother tongues. Thus, this
indirectly required all the countries including those non-native speakers like the
Philippines the need to be equipped with the use of the English language in both
oral and written communication. This is because the international arena of the
present days is constantly gravitating towards English for a reason that it is the
common used language in business, technology, scholarly journals and
publications, international relations and laws. Therefore, this scenario
strengthens the called for developing English proficiency among people in
which BESS and BEST Award will be used as one of the stepping stones to
achieve the desired communicative competencies.

III. Objective: BESS and BEST Award will aim to achieve the following objectives;
1. To encourage the students and teachers of TNHS to use the English language
as medium of communication.

2. To enhance the English language fluency and proficiency of the TNHS

community.
3. To develop the language competencies of both students and teachers towards
becoming globally competitive.
IV. Managing Team:
English Department Teachers

E-Lite Club Officers and Members

V. Participants:

Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel

Students
VI. Budgetary Requirements:

A. Source of Fund: PTA Funds

B. Needed Materials:
a. 12 Pins P 400.00

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 b. Special Papers for Certificates P 600.00
Total P 1000.00

VII. Procedure

1. The BESS and BEST Award is open for all the bona fide students from all year levels
and teaching and non-teaching personnel except for the English teachers.
2. The BESS and BEST Award shall be given to the students and teachers who use English
as medium of communication inside and outside the classroom (focusing on the fluency
and not on the proficiency).
3. The nomination for BESS will come from the students and English teachers; the
nomination for BEST will come from the students.
4. There nominees will be evaluated by selected teachers and students.
5. The awarding will be done every second Monday of the month. One student per grade
level and one from the personnel will receive the award.
6. The awardees of the award shall wear the pin of BESS/BEST and receive a certificate
of recognition.
7. The BESS/BEST pin shall be taken care by the awardees and wear it every day. If in
case of loss, the awardee will be disregarded in any nomination for the said award.
8. The BESS/BEST pins shall be passed from the last month awardees to the new
awardees.
9. An evaluation tool will be given to both students and teachers at the end of the school
year to assess the effectivity and procedure of the program.

VII. Timeline:

Date Activities
July Collaboration and Planning of the Award
August 8 Second English Department Meeting
Review of the Program Proposal
August 22 Submission of the Program Proposal
August 23-25 Collecting Entries for BESS/BEST Logo
August 29-30 Choosing BESS/BEST Logo
September 4-8 Preparation for the Program Launching
September 11 Launching of the Program

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 1st Week of the Month (October) Nomination of Awardees
2nd Monday of the Month (November) Awarding of the 1st Batch of BESS and
BEST
2nd Monday of December-March Awarding of BESS and BEST

Prepared by:
JoAnn SP. Manabat
English Subject Coordinator

Approved by:
Nieves C. Guevarra

OIC-HT III

1. What is the problem presented in the rationale?

2. What is the concept given to resolve the problem?
3. How will the program be implemented?
4. Is the estimated fund requirement reasonable? Why or why not?

5. If you are a part of the approving body, will you accept the concept presented in the
proposal? Explain your answer.

What is It

Discussion of Activity 1

Concept paper is about a particular project with its purpose and outcomes. It is
usually created to get funding from potential sponsors. The main goal of writing a
concept paper is to explain why the project matters and who its beneficiaries will be.
To create a successful one, you must use clear, passionate language that will show
your target sponsors that the goal of your project matches up with the kinds of
initiatives that they want to support. Here are some guidelines in writing concept
papers for initiating projects or programs:

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A. Establish your purpose
1. Grab your reader’s attention. Concept papers are meant to persuade
sponsors, convincing them to fund or adopt your idea. This means it’s critical to
“hook” them right at the beginning.
For instance, you could start off your paper with an attention-grabbing statistic
related to your project: “Every year, 10.5 million pounds of food go to waste due
to one common pest: Rats.”
Giving your concept paper a descriptive title, like “Lock the Rat Box: Humane,
Hands-Free Rodent Control,” is another good way to grab their attention.
2. Explain why you are approaching this sponsor. After getting your reader’s
attention, the introduction to your concept paper should then describe how your
goals and the sponsor’s mission mesh. This tells the sponsor that you’ve done
your homework and are serious about approaching them.
Example: “The Savco Foundation has long been committed to funding projects
that foster healthy communities. We have developed Lock the Rat Box as an
easy, cost-effective means to lower illness rates and sanitation costs in
municipalities, and are seeking your support for the project.”
3. Describe the problem your project addresses. The next section of a concept
paper will devote a few sentences or short paragraphs to the specific purpose
of your project. Describe the problem you want to solve, and illustrate how you
know it exists
4. Put the problem in context to explain why it matters. Show how your project
relates to current issues, questions, or problems. Statistics and other numerical
data can help build a convincing case for why your problem matters. Some
readers might also be moved by narratives or personal stories, so consider
including those as well.

B. Explaining how your concept works

1. Share the basics of your method. Even if readers are convinced you have
identified an issue that matters, they’ll still want to know that you have an idea
for how to solve or investigate it. Spend some time in your concept paper
describing the methods you will use.
2. Emphasize what makes your methods unique. Remember that sponsors
may be looking at numerous requests for funding. To ensure that yours is
successful, you have to explain what sets your project apart. Ask yourself the
question: “What is my project doing that no one has done or tried before?”
3. Include a timeline. You can’t expect a donor or foundation to be willing to fund
a completely open-ended project. Part of your concept paper should explain the
projected timeline for implementing your project.
4. Give concrete examples of how you will assess your project. Sponsors
want to fund projects that are likely to succeed, and part of your job in the
concept paper is to explain how to measure your project’s outcomes. If you are
developing a product, for example, that success can be measured in units

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 produced and/or sold. Other assessment tools could include things like surveys
to gauge customer satisfaction, community involvement, or other metrics
5. Provide a preliminary budget. Sponsors will be interested to see a general
overview of how much your project is expected to cost. This explains the need
for funding and helps the sponsor determine if the project’s scope is
appropriate. A concept paper is a preliminary proposal, so not every detail
needs to be spelled out, but give info on the basics of costs that may include
things like:
• Personnel, including any assistants
• Equipment and supplies
• Travel
• Consultants you may need to bring in
• Space (rent, for example)
6. End with a project summary. Wrap things up with a short paragraph at the
end of your paper, reiterating your project’s purpose, basic plan of action, and
needs. Focus on the essential points you want to stick in the sponsor’s mind.

C. Reviewing the draft

1. Keep it short and neat. Concept papers are typically short documents of 3-5
double-spaced pages. Sponsors may have many applications to read, and a
concept paper that drags on or is poorly formatted might get rejected outright.
If the application requests a particular format, follow the directions exactly.
Otherwise, type your paper in a standard font at a readable size (12 point is
good), number your pages, and use reasonable margins (1 inch all around is
fine).
2. Check that the language of your concept paper is action-oriented.
Sponsors are looking for projects that are well-thought out and doable. Avoid
hedging your proposal or doing anything that sounds like you aren’t completely
confident in your project.
3. Use vocabulary that your reader will understand.
4. Include contact info. Make sure the sponsor knows how to reach you by mail,
email, and phone. Even if you’ve included this information elsewhere in a
project application, it’s a good idea to include it in the concept paper so the
sponsor won’t have to hunt for it.
5. Proofread your final draft.

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 What’s More

Independent Activity 1

True or False: Write T if the statement describes a good concept paper and F if not.
1. Writing concept paper should follow a specific format.
2. The main goal of writing a concept paper is to look for funds in implementing a
project or program.
3. The concepts should only be the content of your paper.
4. Timeline gives an idea to the sponsors on how long the project will run.
5. Concept papers and business plans are the same.
6. Budget should be hidden unless asked by the sponsors.
7. Method of implementation should not only explain the procedure but also the
uniqueness of your concept.
8. You can propose any concept as long as it is feasible.
9. You can propose your concept paper to any funding organization.
10. Your concept goal should match with the funding organization’s goal.

Independent Assessment 1
Read the excerpt from “Finding Pleasure in the Right Things”: A Concept Paper on
Arts, School-to-Career, Service Learning, and Community Revitalization”. Identify the
concept discussed in the text and outline the main ideas given to explain the concept.
Write your answer in your notebook.

Creativity, Craft, and Conscience

School-to-career, arts education, and service learning each can lay claim to its own unique and innovative
ways to contribute to youth development and community development. Arts education, for example, fosters
creativity in young people and helps to build a vibrant community in which adolescents are active producers as
well as consumers of the arts. By fostering craftsmanship and the skills of high-performance workplaces,
school-to-work contributes to the economic stability and productivity of the community and sets young people
on a path towards high-skill employment. Service learning fosters conscience, providing opportunities for active
civic membership by giving young people ways to make contributions to their community.

It is tempting to focus on what is special about each of these fields. After all, each appeal to a somewhat
different constituency and, survives, at least in part, by making a case for its unique contribution. Yet many of
the best initiatives in each of these fields incorporate aspects of the others. It is not unusual for arts education
or service learning programs to focus on the very competencies, such as teamwork and problem-solving skills
that employers have identified as most important in the workplace; by the same token, some school-to-career
initiatives emphasize the importance of making a contribution to one's community, as well as being productive
on the job.

While arts education, school-to-career, and service learning national movements are quite different, in
practice—or “on the ground”—the three fields have many shared elements. One reason for the common
programmatic strategies is that all three fields share an approach to education that promotes authentic, active,
community-connected learning. Although the terminology may differ across the fields, the following core
principles frame the work in all three:

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 • Students learn through relationships: with peers, teachers, and a community of adults who use
knowledge in realms beyond school.
• Students learn when they are engaged, and engagement is most likely when students see a
personal and social value to what they are learning.
• Students learn through active, in-depth investigation and exploration.
• Students learn in multiple contexts, through opportunities to address and reflect on authentic
problems, using the kinds of materials and approaches employed by experts.
• Students become life-long active learners through developing habits of mind and work such as
searching for connections, persistence, and striving for accuracy.

These principles build on emerging knowledge about the power of contextualized and situated learning
and on theories of adolescent development. In the throes of developing their sense of who they are and who
they might become, adolescents become engaged when their efforts are directed at a real problem or need, or
allow them to express their ideas, beliefs and creativity to an audience. Each of these fields offers youth multiple
opportunities to test out their own ideas, dreams, and emerging identity in the company of adults who both push
and support them to do their best work.

One of the central problems adolescents have with school is their impatience about learning concepts or
doing exercises that appear to only have value as gateways to more of the same. They simply do not get excited
about accumulating points (or grades) toward some still hazy future goal. Although participating in arts, school-
to-work, and service helps young people learn skills that will be useful in the future, they are doing so in the
context of learning and producing things that matter in the present.

The shared core principles point to another way in which these three fields of practice contribute powerfully
to students' growth and development. For many young people it is through participating in the arts, school-to-
work and/or service that they first develop notions about what constitutes high quality work. These fields allow
them to encounter real world as well as school standards. By observing and emulating adult expertise and
producing work for real audiences, students come to understand the importance of setting and meeting high
standards and begin the process of developing their own personal standards of mastery.
Source:https://jfforg-prod-prime.s3.amazonaws.com/media/documents/RightThings.pdf

Independent Activity 2

Identify whether the concept is covered by the discipline of Arts or Business.

Write Picasso for Arts and Henry Sy for Business.

1. Athalia proposes her ideas on how to make a Filipino adaptation of the

classical stage play entitled “Les Miserables” by Victor Hugo.
2. Jaycee and his proponents want to advertise their buko syrup product in the
market.
3. Sheryl thinks that opening a branch in Macabebe will be beneficial in
expanding their company’s market place.
4. The Culture and Heritage Foundation is looking for brilliant ideas on how to
introduce the Filipino paintings among youth.
5. HUMSS students are asked to facilitate an exhibit featuring the local products
of Pampanga.
6. Mayjoy found out in her research that franchising Jollibee in her community
can be a good start towards economic progress.
7. The SSG organization is asked to prepare a historical program as part of the
Araling Panlipunan Month celebration.

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 8. Mr. Mendoza demonstrates how his software can assist teachers and students
during online and offline learning.
9. Mhiro is looking for private individuals to produce his film.
10. Jherald proposes to conduct a thorough study on Da Vinci’s paintings to
decode their hidden message.

Independent Assessment 2

A professional organization tapped you as a resource speaker to present a paper on

a concept in Law, Philosophy, Politics or Religion. The paper should delve on the
history, development and impact of the concept in the discipline being covered. The
paper should employ the academic writing style and should not exceed 1,500 words.
Source:

Valdez, P. N. (2016). English fo the Globalized Classroom Series: English for Academic and
Professional Purposes. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House Inc.

Independent Activity 3
Choose a situation below and fill up the chart with information needed to construct
your concept paper.
Situation 1: One of the local festivals in Pampanga is the Santero Festival in
Macabebe. This festival features how locals started to craft exquisite sculptures of
saints. You are asked to be the organizer of this year festival thus requiring you to
come up with a concept proposal for the event.
Situation 2: You have an idea on how to create a software that can effectively assist
teachers and students in teaching and learning in the new normal set up. This can be
a good start for your small business so you should come with a good proposal to attract
possible sponsors and clients.
Project/ Program name:
Description:
Target Sponsor:
Timeline:
Method:
Budget plan:
Assessment:

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Independent Assessment 3

After accomplishing the chart under Independent Activity 3, you are now ready to work
on your concept paper. Write a well-written concept paper to convince your target
sponsors to support your project/program. To evaluate the concept paper, the criteria
below will be used.

Content 30%
Organization 30%
Style 15%
Grammar and Mechanics 15%
Documentation and Sources 10%
Total 100%

What I Have Learned

Reflect on what you have learned after taking up this lesson by completing the chart below in 2-3
sentences

I thought…
What were your thoughts
or ideas about statement
of the problem?

I learned that…
What new or additional
ideas did you learn after
taking up this lesson?

I applied that…..
How did you apply the
things you have learned
about formulating a
statement of the
problem?

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 What I Can Do

Answer the following questions using 2-3 sentences only.

1. What is the main goal of a concept paper?

___________________________________________________________________

2. What is the initial step in writing a concept paper?

_________________________________________________________________________

3. How do you explain the feasibility of your concept?

_________________________________________________________________________

4. Why is proofreading important in writing a concept paper?

_________________________________________________________________________

Assessment

Read and answer each item. Write the letter of the best answer on your
answer sheet.
1. It is the first step in writing a concept paper in arts and business.
A. Explain your concept procedure
B. Establish you purpose
C. Know your target sponsors
D. Review your draft
2. This contains the estimated expenses of your project or program.
A. Timeline
B. Preliminary Budget
C. Rationale
D. Method
3. It explains how your concept works.
A. Purpose
B. Rationale
C. Timeline
D. Method
4. It suggests that you need to hook your audience in your concept paper.
A. Explain your purpose

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 B. Grab your reader’s attention
C. Share basic methods
D. Include timeline.
E. None of the above
5. The statements refer to reviewing your draft except __________.
A. Emphasizing your methods
B. Keeping your paper short and neat
C. Recheck your language
D. Finalize your format.
6. Providing examples on how your concept works can attract more your audience.
A. True
B. False
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
7. This section of a concept paper will devote a few sentences or short paragraphs to
the specific purpose of your project.
A. Describe the problem your project addresses
B. Explain why you are approaching this sponsor
C. Put the problem in context to explain why it matters
D. None of the above
8. Concept paper may differ in format depending on the desire of your target funding
organization.
A. True
B. False
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
9. It is the standard font size in writing concept paper.
A. 11
B. 12
C. 13
D. 14
10. Concept paper should feature the uniqueness of your method.
A. True
B. False
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above

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 Additional Activities

Answer the column K in the LINK chart.

L I N K
List everything you Inquire about what Now we are going What do you know
know you want to know to take note now?

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 Answer Key

Assessment Independent What’s New

1. B Assessment 1 Answers may vary
2. B Answers may vary
3. D
What’s More
4. B Independent Independent
5. A Activity 2 Activity 1
6. A 1. Picasso 1. T
7. A 2. Henry Sy 2. T
8. A 3. Henry Sy 3. F
9. B 4. Picasso 4. T
10. A 5. Picasso 5. F
6. F Yes 5.
6. Henry Sy
7. Picasso 7. T No 4.
8. Henry Sy 8. T No 3.
9. Picasso 9. F Yes 2.
10. Picasso 10. T No 1.
What’s In

References
Debusk, B. (2016, January). Developing a concept paper and contacting a program officer.
Retrieved May 20, 2020, from Hanover research:
https://twu.edu/media/documents/orsp/concept-paper.pdf
Fero, J., et. al. (2019, July 23). Planet lean. Retrieved from Benefits and difficulties of using
a Concept Paper: https://planet-lean.com/lean-product-development-tfmc/
Mendoza, J. M. (2017). Best English Speaking Student (BESS) and Best English Speaking
Teacher (BEST) Award. Telacsan National High School.
Ukexpertswriting. (2014, June 28). Retrieved from
https://www.ukwritingexperts.co.uk/blog/what-are-the-benefits-of-research-writing/
Valdez, P. N. (2016). English fo the Globalized Classroom Series: English for Academic and
Professional Purposes. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House Inc.
Writing a Concept Paper. (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://www.aub.edu.lb/ogc/Documents/Writing_Concept_Paper.pdf
https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/mind-map-concept-illustration_10812708.htm

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 English for Academic
and Professional
Purposes
Quarter 3–Module 10:

Writing and Presenting

a Concept Paper
Development Team of the Module
Writer: Carlito L. Mendoza
Editor: Alvin R. Lim
Reviewer: Maria Elizabeth M. Morales

Management Team: SDS Zenia G. Mostoles, EdD, CESO V

ASDS Leonardo C. Canlas, EdD, CESE
ASDS Rowena T. Quiambao, CESE
CID Chief, Celia R. Lacanlale, PhD
SGOD Chief, Arceli S. Lopez, PhD
June D. Cunanan, EPS-I, English
Ruby M. Jimenez, EPS-I, LRMDS

Published by the Department of Education, Schools Division of Pampanga

Office Address: High School Boulevard, Brgy. Lourdes, City of San Fernando,
Pampanga
Telephone No: (045) 435-2728
E-mail Address: pampanga@deped.gov.ph

Week 7
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Introductory Message
For the Facilitator:

Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes Alternative Delivery Mode
(ADM) Module on Writing and Presenting a Concept Paper.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from public
institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards
set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic
constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You also
need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their own learning.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they do the tasks
included in the module.

For the Learner:

Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes Alternative Delivery Mode
(ADM) Module on Writing and Presenting a Concept Paper.

The significance of a concept paper is to clarify the meaning of terminologies/concepts. It

entails a clear view of what the research, project, or feasibility is all about. It clarifies from the
beginning what the purpose is and what process is necessary to carry out the purpose. In
writing concepts, visual aids are useful in presenting, explaining and summarizing information.
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided
and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to process the
contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.

What I Need to Know

This module will assist you in encouraging the learners to understand the
significance of presenting concepts with the use of graphics or visual aids as a tool in
developing their ideas in writing.
Please help the learners in sharing their ideas and knowledge from their
experiences so that there will be collaboration and learning will be easy.
Answers are written at the back of this module. Inculcate to the learners the
value of honesty while answering this module.
For the Learner

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 In academic writing, a concept paper helps you to elucidate and clarify the
meaning of a concept or term. Likewise, it helps you to present reliable, valid and new
information.
Presenting concepts makes you critical and creative. You can convey ideas
clearly and easily with the use of visual graphics in explaining complex ideas,
presenting new or additional information as well as summarizing information.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

4. Give ways of presenting a term or concept.
5. Craft a concept paper.
6. Present a concept paper using visuals or graphics.

What I Know

Identify some problems brought about by social-cultural, economic or political

issues that teenagers face. Draw the scenario which depicts the identified problem.

What are the possible solutions to address the problem?

Lesson
Writing and Presenting a Concept Paper
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Many students remember information they see much longer than information
they hear. For this reason, using graphics and visual aids can help you improve your
communication in writing and presenting your concept paper.

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 What’s In

FACT OR BLUFF: Write FACT if the definition of CONCEPT is true and BLUFF, if not.
________1. Philosophy is derived from two Greek Words- ‘Philo’ (love) and “Sophia’.
________2. The Industrial Arts strand helps SHS students to develop their technical
skills
________3. Business is commercial or mercantile activity engaged in as a means of
livelihood.
________4. Technical-Vocational Livelihood track is one of the four strands under
Senior High Specialized subjects.
________5. Electrical Installation and Maintenance is under Information and
Communications Technology Strand
________6. Sports is a highly diverse range of human activities engaged in creating
visual, auditory, or performed artifacts that express one’s skill.
________7. Law is a system of rules and regulations made and enforced by a
government that regulate conduct of the people within the society.
________8. Religion implies a relationship not merely between man and man but
also between man and some higher power.
________9. Arts is an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an
individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.
_________10. Science is any system of knowledge that is concerned with the
physical world and its phenomena and that entails unbiased
observations and systematic experimentation.

What’s New

Activity 1
The use graphic or visual aids in presenting a concept paper can lead to these
advantages:
1. Provide a strong statistical support to its ideas or claims;
2. Enable readers to grasp relevant data easily and clearly; and,
3. Leave an impression of being scientific and objective in its presentation.

Based on the information provided, expound on one mentioned use of a graphic

/visual aid. Write your answer on a sheet of paper.

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 What is It

A concept paper is a document which summarizes a project. It is sometimes

known as proposal or an abstract. An abstract means it is conceived in the mind yet
still unrealized in reality.
Parts of a Concept Paper
1. Name or title of the concept- Give an interesting name or catchy word.

2. Introduction- Introduce the concept clearly and briefly. Tell the reader what
the project, research or feasibility study is all about.

3. Statement of Purpose- In one sentence, write what your purpose is.

4. Objectives- In bulleted or numbered statements, write your

objectives. Remember to observe the principle of Parallelism.

5. Questions- Write at least three questions (not too narrow and not too
broad)

6. Stakeholders/Beneficiaries- List who will be involved in the whole

process and who will benefit from it later on.

7. Short description- Write a short description of your concept. This can

be written in several paragraphs, but try to limit yours into
three to five paragraphs
8. Methodology- What are the processes you will follow to carry out your
concept or idea into complete reality
9. Timetable- You can create an illustration, a graph, a table that will
show the dates or time that you expect a certain task to be done.
10. Conclusion- Write a short paragraph to conclude your concept
paper. Your conclusion should emphasize the purpose and
importance or significance of your idea.

A concept proposal is focused on ideas, theories and hypothesis. A good

concept is creative, but it also must be appropriate. Likewise, to choose the most
appropriate graphic or other visual aid, you must identify what you want your receiver
to understand.
A visual aid is any object, picture, drawing, map, poster, chart or other image
that helps the audience or reader understand data or concepts. Graphic aid is any
chart or table that is used to present data or numerical information about a subject. A
visual graphic or graphic aid is an image that helps the readers understand the text.

Importance of Graphics and Visual Aids

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 1. Creating and using visual aids is easier than ever before. Several software
programs include features that allow you to create easy-to-understand
graphics.
2. Audiences expect messages to be delivered in clear, easy to understand, and
visually stimulating ways.
3. Communicators improve their chances of keeping the audience’s attention
when they use graphics or visual aids.

What’s More

Independent Activity 1
Based on the parts of a concept paper, give five parts that should always be
included in writing a Concept Paper regardless of the format. Write your answer in
your notebook.

Independent Assessment 1
Draft an outline and write your concept on How to Stop the Spread of Fake
News on Social Media.

Parts of Concept Paper Write your Concept

1. Title

2. Introduction

3. Statement of purpose

4. Objectives

5. Questions

6. Stakeholders/Beneficiaries

7. Short description

8. Methodology

9. Timetable

10. Conclusion

Independent Activity 2
Arrange the jumbled words to get the answer for each statement. Write your
answer in your answer notebook.
___________1. ARB CHTRA shows comparison of amounts.
___________2. ABLET a data organized in rows and columns.
___________3. INEL ARTHC shows changes in quantity or value over time.

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___________4. IEP ARTHCS show how the parts of a whole are distributed.
___________5. LIPC RTA a drawing or image that has been saved as e-file.
___________6. HOPTOGRPHSA also called pictures that show realistic view.
___________7. CARTHOLWF a step-by-step diagram of a procedure or process.
___________8. PAMS show geographic regions such as cities, states or countries.
___________9. WINGSDRA clip art or line art images that add interest or show
specific details of an object.
___________10. ORGNIATIONZA RTHCA shows line of authority and relationship
among employees or job positions.

Independent Assessment 2
Your school has launched a project entitled “Little Doctors and Little Nurses”.
This program encourages Senior High students to develop awareness and
appreciation of Physical and Mental Health. Write a well-written concept paper with
accompanying graphics or visuals.

Content 30%
Organization 30%
Style 15%
Visuals/Graphics 10%
Grammar/Mechanics 10%
Documentation and Sources 5%
Total 100%

Independent Activity 3
Goal: To create a project promoting one’s Pride about being a Filipino.
Role: You are the project organizer
Audience: Your schoolmates/Filipino teenagers
Situation: As an elected Student Leader, one of your plans is to promote Cultural
Pride and Identify amongst the GEN Z Filipinos.
Product: Craft a Concept Paper and share your ideas about the project.
Standard: Make sure the project is feasible, meaning, it can be carried out by
anyone. Your concept should be organized and brief.

Independent Assessment 3

Imagine that you will conceptualize a NEW invention that would benefit all
students. How are you going to start this invention? Write a concept paper following
the necessary details indicated below with corresponding graphic/visual aids.

Format to follow:
I. Invention Name (photo and tagline)
II. Background (problem or why the need for the invention)
III. Project Description (goals, outcomes or benefits from invention)
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 IV. Timeline (duration of the invention from planning to launching)
V. Support Needed/Cost (financial, technical manpower services)
VI. Contact Information (details of the inventor)

Content 30%
Organization 30%
Style 15%
Visuals/Graphics 15%
Grammar/Mechanics 10%
Total 100%

What I Have Learned

Reflect on what you have learned after taking up this lesson by completing the chart
below in 2-3 sentences.

What were your I thought…

thoughts or ideas
about writing and
presenting a
concept paper?

What new or I learned that…

additional ideas
did you learn
after taking up
this lesson?

I applied that…
How did you
apply the things
you have learned
in writing concept
papers?

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 What I Can Do

5-4-3-2-1 High Five answers

5 Facts I learned from this module

4 Advantages of learning this module

3 Questions you want to ask

2 Important ideas I can share with others

1 Promise that I can do for myself

Assessment

Read and answer each item. Write the letter of the best answer in your
notebook.
_____1. It is the part of concept paper that has interesting name or catchy word.
A. Introduction C. Question
B. Methodology D. Title
_____2. The purpose of your concept is written here.
A. Methodology C. Statement of Purpose
B. Objectives D. Timetable
_____3. People who are involved in the process and they will benefit from it.
A. Beneficiaries C. Participants
B. Guests D. Respondents
_____4. These are statements of what the concept seeks to achieve.
A. Beneficiaries B. Introduction
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 C. Objectives D. Statement of Purpose
_____5. Illustration, graph or table that show dates or time the concept paper is done.
A. Graphics C. Timetable
B. Pictures D. Visuals
_____6. A concept paper is a document which summarizes a project.
A. True C. Both A and B
B. False D. None of the above
_____7. What is the other name for concept paper?
A. Advocacy C. Proposal
B. Plan D. None of the above
_____8. A visual aid is any object, picture, drawing, map, poster, chart or other
image that helps the audience or reader understand data or concepts.
A. True C. Both A and B
B. False D. None of the above
_____9. A concept paper has how many parts?
A. 7 C. 9
B. 8 D. 10
_____10. Concept paper should have visuals to make it creative and effective.
A. True C. Both A and B
B. False D. None of the above

Additional Activities

Write and present a concept paper with visuals about your chosen SHS strand.
To evaluate the concept paper, the criteria below will be used.

Content 30%
Organization 30%
Style 15%
Visuals/Graphics 10%
Grammar/Mechanics 10%
Documentation and Sources 5%
Total 100%

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 Answer Key

Additional Assessment Independent

Activities 1. D Assessment 3
Answers may 2. C Answer may vary
vary 3. A
4. C
5. C What I Have
6. A Learned
7. C Answer may vary
8. A Answers may vary
9. D
10. A What I Can Do Activity 3
Answer may vary Independent

Independent Independent What’s New

Assessment 2 Assessment 1 Answers may vary
Answers may vary Answers may vary
10. Fact
Independent 9. Bluff
Activity 2 What’s More 8. Fact
1. Bar Chart Independent 7. Fact
2. Table Activity 1 6. Bluff
3. Line Chart Answers may vary 5. Bluff
4. Pie Charts 4. Bluff
5. Clip art 3. Fact
6. Photographs 2. Fact
7. Flowchart 1. Fact
8. Maps What’s In
9. Drawings Answers may vary
10. Organization What I Know
Charts

Reference
Mondez, R.G. (2016) English for Academic and Professional Purposes. DIWA Learning Systems Inc.

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