Concept paper
- 2. OBJECTIVES: 1. Explain a concept from various fields through definition, explication and clarification 2. Distinguish the way a writer explains a certain concept from a given text 3. Display seriousness in doing the given task/ activities 4. Practice productivity in accomplishing the task
- 3. Introductory Activity “ God is a concept by which we measure our pain” John Lennon What are the three significant words which summarize the topic discussed in the previous meeting?
- 4. Activity Proper: Eyes here! 1. Report to your assigned group. 2. Identify a problem in your community or school which you are now currently experiencing. 3. Group 1- Write down a one paragraph description about the problem. Group 2- Think of a quote, a verse which will describe your problem and expound it. Group 3 - Identify the problem and its details 4. Mount the group’s output and assign a representative to read it
- 5. Analysis 1. What is the problem all about? 2. How did you describe it? 3. How is the paragraph being developed? 4. Why is it important to understand a concept?
- 6. ABSTRACTION: Giving of inputs: Concept Paper - It is a preparation before the proposal, which provides an overview of the project, and help funding agencies eliminate proposals that are likely to be disapproved.
- 7. Three Ways of Explaining a Concept : 1. Definition- is the method of identifying a given term and making its meaning clearer. It can be presented in three ways i. Formal – explains a term to be defined, category and details Example: Vitamin E is a light yellow fat- soluble vitamins that acts an anti- oxidant. ii. Informal – is done through a parenthetical or brief explanation Example : Tocopherol ( Vitamin E ) is naturally found in vegetable oil, fish and nuts iii. Extended – a detailed way of defining and term and usually composed of at least one paragraph ( formal and informal, comparison and contrast, narration, description , etc.) Learning materials refer to both printed and non printed objects or items that teachers use to facilitate language learning. Nowadays, materials are becoming more and more sophisticated , incorporating authentic language…… Signal Words for Definition: as defined, for example , for instance. Is defined as, means, such as and to illustrate
- 8. 2. Explication- is a method of explanation in which sentences, verses, quotes or passages are taken from a literary or academic work and then interpreted and explained in a detailed way Example: The poem titled “ The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost is about a man reflecting on a choice he had once made. While the outcome of his choice is not implied to be positive or negative the speaker notes that the choice in itself and the consequences of that choice have made a huge difference in a way his life is unfolded….
- 9. 3. Clarification: - is a method of explanation in which the points are organized from a general abstract idea to specific and concrete examples Examples: Justice is a broad concept which encompasses a wide set of ideas , most of which also branch out into similar notions. For instance, it can refer to the sentencing of criminal based on due process. When an individual gets what he deserves outside the hands of the law, it is also considered justice in some contexts. ……. Signal words After all, as an example, for instance, in other words, in particular, specifically, to clarify, to be specific
- 10. Application Distribute a cut out article in each group and let them identify how the concept is being explained. Think of one concept related to your track . Explain your chosen concept using the assigned way of writing it. Your explanation must be at least 50 words
- 11. Assessment: The task give in the application will serve as the formative assessment of the class Analysis of the Learner’s Product- Written Work ,Essay Scoring Rubrics Criteria VGE GE SE LE N (5) ( 4) (3) ( 2 ) ( 1 ) Style Proper use of the style In writing a concept Proper use of variety of sentences and signal words Legend: VGE- To a very great Extent LE- To a little extent GE – To a great Extent N- Not at all SE- To some extent
- 12. Assignment: Cut out three articles from a magazine & newspaper showing the ways on explaining a concept. Paste them on a short size bond paper Concluding Activity: The whole concept of treating people with dignity and respect is a concept that isn’t a business concept, it’s a life concept. It’s who you are at the end of the day. Greg Brenneman
- 13. THANK YOU!