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    The document discusses the purpose and structure of a concept paper. A concept paper can serve to either extend a definition of a concept or term or as an initial outline for a proposed project. To extend a definition, a concept paper examines the "what-ness" of something by providing examples, comparisons, details, and historical background. It follows a deductive structure, moving from general to specific. When outlining a proposed project, a concept paper introduces the idea and convinces the reader to support it. It includes sections on the purpose, description, objectives, methodology, needs, and timetable of the project.

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    The document discusses the purpose and structure of a concept paper. A concept paper can serve to either extend a definition of a concept or term or as an initial outline for a proposed project. To extend a definition, a concept paper examines the "what-ness" of something by providing examples, comparisons, details, and historical background. It follows a deductive structure, moving from general to specific. When outlining a proposed project, a concept paper introduces the idea and convinces the reader to support it. It includes sections on the purpose, description, objectives, methodology, needs, and timetable of the project.

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    The document discusses the purpose and structure of a concept paper. A concept paper can serve to either extend a definition of a concept or term or as an initial outline for a proposed project. To extend a definition, a concept paper examines the "what-ness" of something by providing examples, comparisons, details, and historical background. It follows a deductive structure, moving from general to specific. When outlining a proposed project, a concept paper introduces the idea and convinces the reader to support it. It includes sections on the purpose, description, objectives, methodology, needs, and timetable of the project.

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    Writing a Concept Paper Rhetorical strategies used to extend a

    definition
     Give examples
    CONCEPT PAPER  Comparison and contrast
     Giving details through description
    - A concept paper can be purely an
     Giving historical background
    explanation of an idea or concept( an
    extended definition) or as an initial
    outline of a project proposal
    Style used to extend a definition
    - Examines the ‘what-ness’ or nature
    of something. 1. Formal or informal
     defined by first giving the class to
    which the term belongs and then
    The Dual Nature of a Concept Paper proceeding to a discussion of the
    characteristics that make the term
    1. Extended definition
    different from other related terms
    - A concept paper is an in-depth  Often required in the academe
    analysis of any idea, situation, or  Uses research-based information
    practice. It can be anything you find
    significant. 2. Technical or popular
    - A concept paper examines the ‘what-  An informal definition may be just
    ness’ or nature of something. based on a person’s personal views.
    - To accomplish this you need to
    explain in full a simple definition of
    the term.  Popular Definition
    - In other words, you must extend the - Makes use of layman’s language,
    definition. thus easy to understand
    - written to inform, if the topic or
    concept is unknown to the audience.  Technical Definition
    However, if the audience has some - A technical definition is often a
    understanding of the subject, it is formal definition
    written to introduce new information - It involves the use of technical terms
    or dimension that gives a new
    perspective to the concept.
    - targets the explanation of an idea,
    theory, practice, or principle, for the
    purpose of informing a target
    audience.

    Structures followed in extended definition


    1. follows a deductive order
    - A general statement that defines the 1. Introduction: This section should
    term, followed by sentences that demonstrate an understanding of the reader's
    develop and detail that general mission and how the proposed project aligns
    statement. with their priorities.
    - A formal definition often follows this
    structure. 2. Purpose: Identify a problem or need of
    the reader and justify the need for the
    • 2. Saying what it is not and then proposed project.
    saying what it is
    3. Project Description: Describe the
    • 3. Chronological structure activities that the project will undertake to
    • Appropriate for topics whose address the problem or need. Highlight the
    definition has changed through time strengths of the approach and discuss the
    general impact of the project.
    4. Objectives: State specific, measurable,
    Language points achievable, realistic, and time-bound
    (SMART) objectives for the project.
    • The present tense is usually used
    when defining a term, with the past 5. Methodology/Project Design:
    tense often reserved for tracing the Enumerate the steps or procedures to
    historical development of the implement the project.
    concept.
    6. Project Needs: Make a list of materials,
    personnel, equipment, and space required for
    the project. Include a cost estimate.
    2. Outline of a project proposal
    - Seeks to present an idea for 7. Timetable: Provide an estimate of the
    consideration by others, possibly time it will take to complete the project.
    for funding or support. These study notes summarize the sections of
    - goes beyond definition to convince a project concept paper and can be used to
    the readers to implement or support prepare for your quiz.
    the proposed concept or project

    The project concept paper is a summary of


    a proposed project that aims to persuade the
    reader, who represents a funding agency, to
    support the proposal. It serves as an initial
    outline and is typically 1 to 3 pages long.

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