WRITING A

CONCEPT PAPER
 determine the ways a writer can
elucidate on a concept by
Learning definition, explication and
clarification;
Objectives
identify situations in which a
concept paper may be effectively
Based on DepEd used to improve our society; and
MELC using
Bloom’s digital
taxonomy: explain concepts in various
discipline
On any paper or notes on your phone, write
the definition of the following terms for 20
seconds:
 Concept paper

a. in-depth analysis of any idea, situation, or practice e.g. self-esteem,

Filipino time, sex marriage

b. Initial outline of a project proposal which includes summary and

reasons for conducting the project, and how it will be carried out.
 Any problems or challenges in an
organization or community may lead
to proposing a concept paper.
 THREE WAYS
OF EXPLAINING A CONCEPT
 Definition: Formal
species (term) = genus + differentia

Vitamin E = a light yellow that acts as an

fat-soluble + antioxidant
nutrient
 Definition: Formal
a. species (term) = genus + differentia

Zoom = a brand name  that allows a group of for computer 

+ two or more people to software see and talk to each other
over the internet using their computers, tablets,
and smartphones
 Definition: Formal
a. species (term) = genus + differentia

Webinar is an occasion when a group of people go

on the internet at the same time to study and
discuss something
 Definition: Formal
a. species (term) = genus + differentia

Webinar = is an when a group of

occasion + people go on the
internet at the same
time to study and
discuss something
 Definition: Informal

Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is naturally found in

vegetable oil, fish, and nuts
 Definition: Informal

Freedom, also referred to as liberty or

independence, is a state people reach when
they are free to think and do whatever they
please.
 Definition: Informal

Freedom, also referred to as liberty or

independence, is a state people reach when
they are free to think and do whatever they
please.
 Definition: Extended
Subsequent to materials design is the preparation of learning
materials. Learning materials refer to both printed and non-printed
objects or items that teachers and learners use to facilitate language
learning. Nowadays, materials are becoming more and more
sophisticated, incorporating authentic language samples and realias that
help make a connection between classrooms and real-life activities. They
also incorporate information and communication technology (ICT), role-
plays, information-gap activities, songs, taped transcripts, integrated
macroskills, and explicit rubrics.
 Definition: Extended
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens
participate equally -- either directly or through elected
representatives - in the proposal, development, and creation of laws.
It encompasses social, economic, and cultural conditions that
enable the free and equal practice of political self-determination.
 Definition: Extended
The term originates from the Greek 'rule of the people', which
was coined from (demos) 'people' and (krators) 'power' or 'rule' in
the 5th Century BCE to denote the political systems then existing in
Greek city-states, notably Athens. The term is an antonym to
(aristokratia) 'rule of an elite. While theoretically, these definitions
are in opposition, in practice, the distinction has been blurred
historically.
 Definition: Extended
The political system of Classical Athens, for example, granted
democratic citizenship to an elite class of free men and excluded
slaves and women from political participation. In virtually all
democratic governments throughout ancient and modern history,
democratic citizenship consisted of an elite class until full
enfranchisement was won for all adult citizens in most modern
democracies through the suffrage movements of the 19th and 20th
centuries.
Explication
a method of
explanation in
which sentences,
verses, quotes, or
passages are taken
from a literary or
academic work
 Clarification
a method of
explanation in
which the points
are organized from
a general abstract
idea to specific and
concrete examples
 Generally, a concept paper ranges from 500
to 2000 words (2-3 pages to as many as 10-
20 pages). Like research, it is divided into
several parts that contain suggestions on the
content of the paper or solutions to the needs
of an organization.
 Thus, follows a certain format and design
essential to the funding agency. To sum up, a
concept paper varies depend on the nature of the
project/activity.
 TITLE PAGE
 consists stand-alone statement that describes the project

 identifies the variables being investigated and the relationship

among those variables (American Psychological Association
[APA], 2010)

 includes words should serve a useful purpose

 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
 states the purpose for the research

 emphasizes the importance of the problem and explains why

it should be addressed/investigated

 provides factual information that intrigues or arouse readers’

interest
 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM/
OBJECTIVES
 present specific questions/statements about the topic

 link research problems/objectives with the methodology

 PRELIMINARY LITERATURE
REVIEW
 gather studies that validates the topics

 condense key points that can help readers analyze and

synthesize researchers in relation to present’s context/condition

 connect the literature review with theoretical

framework/model
 ABRIDGED METHODOLOGY
 gives the audience an idea on how to conduct and analyze the
data

simplifies the methodology such as the participants,

instruments, data collection, and data analysis scheme to be
utilized
 REFERENCES
 outlines references to the material cited for the research