Concept-Paper-Part 1
Page 1: Title
ACADEMIC WRITING: "The Concept Paper" by Christi (1975)
Page 2: Activity
Define the concept of a "Woman".
Page 3: Learning Objectives
Understand the dual nature of a Concept Paper.
Identify rhetorical strategies and paragraph organization in an extended definition.
Apply rhetorical strategies in defining a concept.
Page 4: Concept Papers in Practice
Usage: Beyond classroom settings, concept papers are now required by companies and grant bodies for project approval.
Objective: Explain the dual nature of a Concept Paper.
Page 5: Definition of Concept Paper
A concept paper is a concise document that outlines the idea behind a project or research.
It is a preliminary step for planning and is used in academia, business, and nonprofits to convey objectives, methodology, and outcomes.
Page 6: Project Proposal Process
Proponents are asked to submit a concept paper summarizing the project specifics and reasoning before full proposal submission. (Santos, 2015)
Page 7: Purpose of Concept Paper
Designed to address problems affecting communities or groups.
Page 8: Dual Nature
A concept paper can function as either an extended definition or a project proposal outline.
Page 9: Concept Paper as Extended Definition
Used to inform an audience about unfamiliar concepts.
Page 10: Concept Paper as Project Outline
Serves as a foundational document for project development and research proposals.
Page 11: Concept vs. Definition Paper
Concept papers present ideas for funding, definition papers analyze the essence of terms via rhetorical techniques.
Page 12: Concept Paper (Extended Definition)
Rhetorical Strategies: Key tools to convey meaning and persuade.
Page 13: Rhetorical Strategies
Effective strategies that evoke responses and persuade readers.
Page 14: Exemplification
Definition: Showing an idea through examples.
Use: When the term is abstract.
Examples: Terms like "spork", "mathlete", etc.
Page 15: Comparison and Contrast
Definition: Analyzing similarities/differences.
Use: When the term is familiar.
Examples: Differences between soup and stew.
Page 16: Showing Details
Definition: Helping readers visualize an idea.
Use: When the term can be physically described.
Examples: Description of bisque.
Page 17: Etymology
Definition: Tracing word meanings through time.
Use: For terms with historical changes.
Examples: The meaning of "etymology" itself.
Page 18: Term/Text Analysis
Definition: Distinguishing and analyzing terms.
Use: When terms have significant implications in a field.
Page 19: Globalization Example
Definition: Cultural homogenization from interactions.
Implications: Both positive (exchange) and negative (loss of identity).
Page 20: Rhetoric Importance
Rhetoric aids in critical thinking about writing and reading choices for improved communication.
Page 21: Extended Definition Writing Styles
Overview of different styles for defining concepts.
Page 22: Formal Definition
Definition: Genus and differentia pattern, often used in sciences.
Page 23: Example of Formal Definition
Example: Human being classified within genus Homo.
Page 24: Informal Definition
Definition: Subjective and less formal description, focusing on personal storytelling.
Page 25: Informal Definition Example
Example of human problem-solving and challenges.
Page 26: Types of Definitions
Overview of various definition types.
Page 27: Technical Definition
Explains vocabulary for clarity in specific fields.
Page 28: Popular Definition
Uses layman's terms for easy understanding.
Page 29: Extended Definition Text Structures
Overview of structuring extended definitions.
Page 30: Deductive Order
Definition: General statement followed by detailed development.
Page 31: Example of Deductive Reasoning
Example: Monkeys like bananas, Lucy likes bananas, thus Lucy is a monkey.
Page 32: Example of Integrity
Integrity defined as adherence to moral principles, tied to trust and respect.
Page 33: Negative-Positive Order
Definition: Introduces what a concept is not, then what it is.
Page 34: Love as Definition
Quote illustrating love as a willingness to sacrifice.
Page 35: Leadership Definition Example
Leadership as guidance and inspiration, versus mere authority.
Page 36: Chronological Order
Definition: Useful for concepts with evolving definitions over time.
Page 37: Historical Context
Example year for chronological order: 3150 BC.
Page 38: Evolution of 'Awful'
Example showing how meanings of words change over time.
Page 39: Denotation vs. Connotation
Overview of the two types of word meanings.
Page 40: Denotation
Definition: Literal meaning of a word.
Example: Money as a medium of exchange.
Page 41: Connotation
Definition: Emotional and cultural associations beyond literal meaning.
Example: Money signifying wealth or greed.
Page 42: Denotation Exercise
Identify if a statement describes denotation (D) or connotation (C).
Page 43: Denotation Exercise Examples
Statements about tree, chair, and home provided for analysis.
Page 44: More Denotation Examples
Examples representing thunderstorm and snake.
Page 45: Additional Denotation Examples
Examples representing smile and fire.
Page 46: Reminder
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Page 47: Checkpoint Activity
Identify rhetorical devices in definitions through guided reading.
Page 48: Summary Activity
Summarize the text to recognize main topics and justify rhetorical strategies identified.
Page 49: Questions
Questions?
Page 50: Closing
Thank you!
Christi, 1975.