3. 1. Conceptualizing
1. Conceptualizing- includes brainstorming and
identifying the possible topics to write and
developing your topic.
2. Preparing an Outline- a plan which is like a
skeleton composed of your title, main topics, and
sub-topics organized in logical sequences.
3. Conceptualizing your proposition/argument- the
main substance which you want to present to
your readers.
- sometimes called as the thesis statement
4. 4. Drafting- start “writing the flesh”
5. Checking and revising- initial draft is really a
crude product and may not be perfect yet so you
need to improve it.
6. editing- errors in grammar, wrong word choice
7. Final review- it must be done by you to ensure
that your paper is excellent
- make sure that all is perfect
5. Steps in Preparing an Outline
Identify the title of your composition.
Brainstorm
Write as many ideas or topics
Put the related topics together
Determine which of the topics should be the main
idea.
Determine which should be the supporting
details.
Put all the supporting sub-topics under the main
topics.
Arrange the topics into logical order.
Assign roman numerals for the main topics.
Assign capital letters for the supporting sub-
6. Title: The Effects of Information
Technology
I. Introduction
A. General Description of Information
Technology
B. The Means/Equipment for Information
Technology
C. The Problems Related to the Use of
Information Technology
II. Findings
A. Advantages of Information Technology
b. Disadvantages of Information Technology
7. III. Conclusion
A. Conclusions on Whether Information
Technology is Really Good or Bad
IV. Recommendations
A. Suggestions Based on the Conclusions
