CONCEPT PAPER
Learning Objectives: At the end of
the lesson, the learners shall be
able to:
1. determine the ways a writer can
elucidate on a concept; and
2. define concept paper
• A concept paper aims to clarify a concept which
can be about any topic from any fields. It can also
be a short summary that tells the reader what the
project is, why it is important, and how it will be
carried out. Its aim is to capture the thoughts and
ideas while the research proposal captures the
ideas in a structured manner for approval to
research. It is not easy to write a concept paper
but with careful study and research, you can
create one.
• A concept paper is a concise document that
outlines a proposed project, research, or idea. It
There are many ways a writer can expound a concept. You can use definition, explication, and
clarification.
Definition identifies a term and sets it apart from all other terms that may be related to it.
Often, definitions begin by mentioning the general class to which a term belongs. Then they
provide specifics to distinguish the term from other members of that class. You can use these
techniques:
1. Formal follows a pattern or equation; term+genus+differentia (differentiating
characteristics)
Example: Technology is the branch of knowledge dealing with engineering or applied sciences.
2. By synonym - using a word or phrase that shares a meaning with the term being defined.
Example: Technology - Knowledge, Computers
3. By origin or semantic history
Example: Technology comes from the Greek work tekhnologia.
4. By illustration
Example: Technology involves the use of machineries in every aspect of work.
5. By function
Example: Technology uses hi-tech machines to get the work done.
6. By analysis - breaking down wholes into parts, aspects to levels and a process into
steps)
Example: Technology is defined as the application of scientific knowledge for practical
purposes, especially in industry.
7. By likeness of similarity
Example: Technology is likened to modern living where robots exist.
8. By analogy or metaphor
Example: Technology is like a robot that make life easier.
9. By contrast - use of opposites
Example: Unlike the manual work, technology makes work efficient.
10. By negation - stating what the term is not
Example: Technology is not harmful if used properly
• Explication is the process by which concepts are defined
for scientific purposes. "To explicate" something is, in the
most general sense of the term, to spell out its
implications. Thus, it is the process of spelling out the
implications of something and derived from this, in turn, is
the sense of "explication" that refers to the product of this
process: some account of what the implications of
something are. Explication, in other words, is a kind of
explanation.
• Clarification is an analysis of an abstract concept through
investigation of examples and the identification of critical
and less critical attributes.
• These are needed to make your concept paper clear and
KINDS OF CONCEPT
PAPER
There are two kinds of concept paper namely
implicit and explicit concept paper.
1. Implicit - implicit is, "implied or
understood though not plainly or directly
expressed." Something is, therefore, implicit
when it is not directly stated but is either
suggested in the wording or necessary to
effectuate the purpose.
• 2. Explicit - "to fully and clearly express something,
leaving nothing implied." Something is explicit when it
is cleared stated and spelled out and there is no room
for confusion, as in the writing of a contract or statute.
• Example: Technology is harmful to us.
• Whichever kind is used, as long as you delivered
convincingly to the audience, it's enough. Let us read
some examples of concept papers. A concept paper is
written to mainly to clarify the meaning of a concept
whatever technique is used to do it.
Tips for Writing a Strong Concept Paper:
- Be Clear and Concise
- Focus on the Core Idea:
- Demonstrate Value
- Be Realistic
- Proofread Carefully
THANK YOU!
