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• Concept paper


  A kind of writing that captures the interest of the funding agency and demonstrates that the idea they are proposing is worthy of further consideration
• Concept papers and proposals are often used interchangeably as they can be used for the same function
• Concept paper


  • It is a formal written form that describes the idea, the need for the project, how it is to be implemented, and a budget
  • It uses clear and concise language to best communicate the idea
• Before writing a concept paper, you have to learn how to explain a concept first
• Definition


  A method of identifying a term and making its meaning clearer
• Definition


  • Photosynthesis is the biological process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy. In simpler terms, it is the method through which plants use sunlight to produce their own food by combining carbon dioxide and water to form glucose and oxygen.
• Explication


  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
• Explication


  • "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela's powerful statement emphasizes the transformative potential of education as a catalyst for positive change on a global scale. The quote encapsulates the idea that education equips individuals with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to challenge societal norms, address pressing issues, and contribute to the advancement of the world.
• Concept Paper Title


  • It should summarize what the paper is about and be as brief and to the point as possible
• Concept Paper Introduction


  • It must give a brief on how the concept will contribute to the organization or company having more opportunities, and clearly state the understanding of the main objective and the gap intended to be addressed
• Concept Paper Need


  • It must have concrete evidence that the source of the need is documented and verifiable
• Concept Paper Background


  • It must stipulate the area of interest and summarize the conclusive evidence and relevance to the study area from the worldview, regional, and localized perspective
• Concept Paper Project Description

  • It must include the project's Goals and Objectives. Goals are abstract states of being, conditions, ends, or aspirations, while objectives are statements of measurable outcomes that will help measure progress toward accomplishing the project goal(s)
• Concept Paper Support or Budget


  • It must contain either an outline of the main budget categories for the requested project support or a single bottom-line amount of the request and a brief discussion of how that amount will be used
• Concept Paper Contact Information

  • It must include the applicant organization's chief executive or their designee authorized to make funding requests
• Concept Paper References and Attachments


  • References must be properly cited using APA format and perennial documents must be attached to support evidence and other presentation of data
• Position Paper


  A position paper presents the writer's stand or viewpoint on a particular issue. It includes arguments and proposes a course of action, thereby taking part in a larger debate.
• Position Paper Introduction


  • It presents the issue while grabbing the attention of readers, and defines the issue and discusses its background
• Position Paper Body


  • It states the main arguments, provides sufficient evidence for each argument, and provides counterarguments against the possible weaknesses of the argument
• Position Paper Conclusion


  • It restates the position and main arguments, suggests a course of action, and ends with a powerful closing statement
• Writing a Position Paper

  1. Choose an issue that is debatable, current, and relevant, and can be answered by yes or no

  2. Conduct in-depth research on the issue

  3. Define unfamiliar terms when first mentioned

  4. Reflect on your position and identify its weaknesses

  5. Cite valid and reliable sources to establish the credibility of your arguments

  6. Limit the position paper to two pages

  7. Analyze your target readers and align your arguments to their beliefs, needs, interests, and motivations

  8. Summarize the other side's counterarguments and use various evidence and data to refute them