Concept Paper Overview

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What is a concept paper?

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A concept paper is a summary document of a project proposal that outlines what the project is about, the reasons for conducting it, and how it will be carried out.

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What are the uses of a concept paper?

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1. Serves as a foundation for the full proposal. 2. Determines project feasibility. 3. Piques interest of potential funding agencies. 4. Obtains informal feedback on ideas. 5. Helps address social issues.

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What are the three ways of elucidating a concept?

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1. Definition 2. Explication 3. Clarification

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What is the purpose of a definition in a concept paper?

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A definition identifies a term and distinguishes it from related terms, often starting with a general class and providing specifics.

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What is an example of a formal definition?

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Technology is the branch of knowledge dealing with engineering or applied sciences.

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How can a term be defined by synonym?

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By using a word or phrase that shares a meaning with the term being defined, e.g., Technology - Knowledge, Computers.

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What does the origin or semantic history technique involve?

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It involves explaining the origin of the term, e.g., Technology comes from Greek words 'tekhnologia'.

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What is the function technique in defining a term?

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It describes what the term does, e.g., Technology uses hi-tech machines to get work done.

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What does the illustration technique involve?

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It involves providing examples, e.g., Technology involves the use of machinery in every aspect of work.

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What is the analysis technique in defining a term?

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It breaks down the whole into parts, e.g., Technology is defined as the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.