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Quarter 3 – Module 7:
Concept Paper
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Quarter 3 – Module 7: Kinds of concept paper, First Edition, 2020
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What I Need to Know
It is important to develop critical thinking skills. It enables you to pursue your
interest, to learn something new, to hone your problem-solving skills and to
challenge yourself in new ways which you can use in your daily life. Learning
valuable life skills for life such as disproving lies and uphold truths is essential.
Learning a concept paper is important for the students because it helps you to
have a detailed analysis of everything. When you have a proper in-depth analysis of
any topic, the result comes out to be fruitful and also the knowledge is enhanced.
This module is made for you to understand the importance of research study
and it provides you with a world view of subjects, topics, and content that adds
knowledge.
In this module, you are expected to:
-Compare and contrast various kinds of concept paper
(CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-lg-j-20)
a. Discuss the different parts of a concept paper
b. Appreciate the importance of learning the structure of a good
concept paper
What I Know
Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Which of the following statement about concept paper is NOT TRUE?
a. It fosters critical thinking
b. It surely reveals reality.
c. It develops connections.
d. It expands knowledge
2. Which of the following is NOT part of a concept paper?
a. Introduction
c. Hypothesis
b. Goals or objectives
d. Opinion
3. Which of the following is not involved in concept paper?
a. Investigation
c. Theory testing
b. Gathering of data
d. Express opinion
4. Concept paper develops the following, except one.
a. Interest
c. critical thinking skills
b. Problem-solving skills
d. the family’s income
5. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a concept paper?
a. Cynical
c. Analytical.
b. Methodical
d. Historical
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Lesson
What is a Concept Paper
In this module, you will learn the definition of a concept paper and at the same
time appreciates the importance of learning it.
The terms “concept paper” and “proposals” are often used interchangeably. They can
be used for the same function. A research paper is a presentation of your own thinking
backed up by others' ideas and information, regardless of the type subject you wish to write.
A concept paper is a brief paper outlining the key aspects of a study before
undertaking the study. It is meant to provide an idea of the study. Thus, it helps the
supervisor assess whether the study is relevant, feasible, and worthwhile. If not, they may
suggest studying a different research question
Here are the major parts of a concept paper format:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
A title page
Introduction and statement of the problem
Value of the study
A preliminary literature reviews
State the research goals or objectives
Write down all the research questions
The research hypothesis. ...
State the methodology you intend to use.
What’s In
Directions: Read the article and answer the questions below.
Title page — provides a tentative title for the dissertation. The title of the
Concept Paper should be a stand-alone statement that can fully describe the project
by summarizing the main idea of the manuscript.
Introduction is the first paragraph of a written research paper, or the first
thing you say in an oral presentation, or the first thing people see, hear, or
experience about your project. The introduction gives the reader the beginning of
the piece of thread so they can follow it.
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Abridged Methodology — provides the student’s best idea on how to
conduct the research and analyze the data. The goals identified in previous
sections of the Concept Paper should relate to the research methods described
in this section. For the Concept Paper, the methodology is simplified or
summarized, serving as a general outline of the methods that will be employed.
Preliminary Literature Review — provides identification of major literature that
supports and validates the topic. The literature review focuses on areas that offer support
for new research and offers the student an opportunity to analyze and synthesize past
research in the context of their present problem. For the Concept Paper, the student should
connect their research project to a theoretical model reported in the literature. The most
successful research projects have been based on the research of predecessors, and this
section of the Concept Paper provides enough of a description of previous research to
plant seeds in the mind of the reader suggesting more information is needed. A strong
Concept Paper is based on a wide-range literature review that is
condensed
into
a
summary
of
key
points.
Goal Statement — provides a broad or abstract intention, including the
research goals and objectives. This part of the Concept Paper tells the reader “who,
what, and when” regarding the research goal.
Research Questions — provides a preliminary view of the questions the
student will investigate. Questions are based on theory, past research, and
need. These questions will direct the research methodology; their inclusion in the
Concept Paper links the research problem with the methodology. For some,
composing the research questions may be the most difficult part of the research
project, or possibly the most difficult aspect of writing the Concept Paper. The
questions will direct everything that will be done; therefore, it is important that they
are focused to the main research problem. These research questions will specifically
direct the research and the type of analyses conducted; as such, their compatibility is
essential.
An Abridged Methodology — provides the student’s best idea on how to
conduct the research and analyze the data. The goals identified in previous sections of
the Concept Paper should relate to the research methods described in this section. For
the Concept Paper, the methodology is simplified or summarized, serving as a
general outline of the methods that will be employed.
Timeline — provides a range of time for completion of the project,
highlighting key elements for each stage of the project. This element is unique to the
Concept Paper and provides the student structure for managing sections of the project
within
a
realistic
time
frame.
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References — provides references to the material cited in the literature
review and elsewhere in the Concept Paper.
Read and identify the part of a concept paper. Choose your answer from the
options. Write only the letter.
1. It lays out how much time the project will be completed.
a. Methodology
c. Timeline
b. Tittle page
d. Introduction
2. It is a way of giving credit to people who sourced the researcher the
needed information
a. Outline Citation
c. Timeline
b. Tittle page
d. Introduction
3. It details how the researcher wants to carry out his project/research study
a. Methodology
c. Timeline
b. Tittle page
d. Introduction
4. It is a statement which the writer anticipates based from his prior knowledge.
These statements may either be positive or negative
a. Methodology
c. Hypothesis
b. Tittle page
d. Introduction
5. These questions will properly direct the researcher on every details of
the research such as what data to collect and how to analyzed it
a.
Research question
c. Timeline
b. Open-ended question
d. Introduction
What’s New
Three Ways in explaining a Concept explaining Concept Paper
A writer can expound and lay down his concept using definition,
explication and clarification.
1. Definition is the method of identifying a given term and making its meaning
clearer. This can be presented in 3 ways: informal, formal, extended
a. Informal-parenthetical or short explanation
b. Formal-explains a term to be defined in category and characteristics
c. Extended- detailed way of defining term (extend to one paragraph)
Signal Words (Definition)
As defined
For example,
Is defined as
For instance
Means
To define
Such as
To illustrate
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1. Explication is a method of explanation in which sentences, verses, quotes or
passages are taken away from a literary or academic work and then
interpreted and explained in detailed way.
2. Clarification points are organized from general abstract idea to specific
and concrete examples.
Signal Words (Clarification)
After all For instance
As an
In other words
Consider the following
In short
Namely
Put another way
In particular
For example
That is
To be specific
Specifically
stated differently
What Is It
Points to remember with a concept paper
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 A concept paper may have different purposes. It may serve as the foundation
of the full proposal.
 A concept paper may vary in its parts/steps according to its purpose
 A concept paper can be for a project and for an academic research.
 A concept paper for a project and for academic research may vary its structure
and its presentation, however the said elements such as, introduction,
rationale, project description, etc. will always be its main parts.
 It is a powerful tool that greatly increases the chances of success of any
project/research study, in particular the more complex ones.
 A concept paper is a brief paper outlining the key aspects of a study before
undertaking the study. It is meant to provide an idea of the study/project.
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 However, whether for project or for academic research, they must have an
introduction, rationale and description or methodology.
 Thus, it helps the supervisor/professor whether the study is relevant, feasible, and
worthwhile. If not, they may suggest studying a different research question.
What’s More
Activity 1: TELL ME!
Directions: The essential point of the Concept Paper is to explain the importance of a
particular research project. Tell whether the following issues need further study because they are of
significance to the wellness of mankind
Put a check mark (/) if it is very important (X) if it is of less importance.
Issues
1. Biography of President Duterte
Marks
2. Influence of Social Media
3. Santa Claus on Christmas
4. The Impact of Covid 19
5. The Effects of Climate Change in Human Being
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Activity 2- SHADE ME!
Directions: Read the text and identify the parts. Shade your answer.
It provides a broad or abstract intention,
including the research goals and
objectives. This part of the Concept Paper
tells the reader “who, what, and when”
regarding the research goal
Preliminary Literature Review
Research question
Timeline
Goal statement
provides identification of major literature that
supports and validates the topic. The
literature review focuses on areas that offer
support for new research and offers the
student an opportunity to analyze and
synthesize past research in the context of their
present problem.
References
Research question
References
Preliminary Literature Review
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What I Can Do
If concept paper is a summary of projects or issues that reflects the interests, experience and
expertise of man in search for progress and development of the society, then list down at least
Five (4) issues that should be implemented in today’s time. Example is
Research Topic
Reason why you want this…
Ex. The Effects of Mining
To find out if they the cause flood
1.
2.
3.
Assessment
In this module, you have learned about some features or element of concept paper. Let us
find out what you have gained in this lesson.
Directions: Tell whether the statement about making a concept paper is true or false. Write
your answer on the space provided before the number.
_________1. A writer has to include in his concept paper how he intends to answer question
in his concept paper.
_________2. A research paper can be presented in more than 5000 words
_________3. A concept paper tells what the project all about and how important it is to
implement the project
_________4. A concept paper provides an overview of the project.
_________5. One of the purposes of a concept paper is for bases to find whether the project is
feasible or not.
Choose your answer from the options. Write only the letter.
1.This part of the concept paper is a broad statement that tells what the researcher wants to
achieve.
a. Research question
b. Objectives
c. Timeline
d. Introduction
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2.Similar to literature review, this section allows the applicant to state the purpose of
the project, why is it important and how can it be a solution to the problem.
c. Timeline
d. Rational
a. Research question
b. Objectives
3.Why is it necessary to include the project description in writing the
concept paper?
a. Because it tells what the project’s goals and objective
b. It measures progress towards accomplishment of the project’s
goals c. Because it is an overview of the project’s methodology
d. Because it functions as the solution to the problem.
4.The project description typically concludes with a Statement of Benefits. This means
that… a. Projected outcomes must be clearly stated in the project description
b. Cost of the project should be itemized
c. Objectives and activities must be aligned
d. Methods and activities should be accomplished with in proposed timeline
5. A goal is an abstract state of being, a condition, an end, or an aspiration while objectives
a. Statements of measurable outcomes of the project
b. Description also includes an overview
c. Statements addressing the significance of the project
d. A reason why the funding agency should support projects in the given area
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References
Source: Project Proposal of Child Friendly Education, UNICEF, BERUIT,
http://www.pitt.edu/~ginie/lebanon/pdf/crcnyhq1.pdf
March1997
Source: Amber Huett and Dr. Robert T. Koch, Jr. June 2011 UNA Center for
Writing Excellence www.una.edu/writingcenter/docs/WritingResources
Source: Day, Robert A. “How to Write & Publish a Scientific Paper”. 5th ed. Phoenix:
Oryx, 1998.
Source: Johnson Jr., William. A., et.al. The Sociology Student Writer’s Manual. 3rd ed.
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall,2002.
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Development Team of the Module
Writer:
Editors:
Reviewers:
Layout Artist:
Management Team:
Anabel C. Pasaylo
Vitali National High School
Zamboanga City
Dhara May T. Ponce
Florenda H. Quinte
Valeria Fides G. Corteza, Ph.D.
EPS-English
Jinky T. Jalon
Roy C. Tuballa, EMD.JD.CESO VI
Jay S. Montealto, CESO VI
Norma T. Francisco, DM
Mildred D. Dayao, Ed.D
Valeria Fides G. Corteza, Ph.D.
Aida Coyme, Ed. D.
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