To put something into your own words Your

-Your own interpretation of ideas that were said by someone else. -A way to

Paraphrasing Techniques 1. Change to Synonyms 2. Change Word Forms 3. Change from a

Example The stallion was content with the mare. The stallion was happy with the

Try this… After he ate lunch, John took a nap.

2. Interpret Meaning Identify the underlying meaning of a statement

Mrs. Lee said, “I am ready for lunch. ” Mrs. Lee complained about being

Try this… She entered the office and shut the door aloud.

• His answer could raise a lot of issues.

3. Change Word Forms • Use an adverb instead of an adjective • Use

John is an accurate typist. John types accurately.

• It’s better than quoting lots of information. • You don’t quote as

Plagiarism • The unauthorized use of the language and thoughts of another author and

1. What is a paraphrase? 2 - 4. Reasons why we should paraphrase Paraphrase

Paraphrase the following statements: 1. I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears

3. This job is as aggravating as putting toothpaste back into the tube. 4.

Assignment • What is quoting? • What are the ways in quoting to avoid

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To put something into your own words

-Your own interpretation of ideas that were said by someone else. -A way to borrow from a source.

Paraphrasing Techniques 1. Change to Synonyms 2. Change Word Forms 3. Change from a Clause to a Phrase 4. Change from Quoted Speech to Indirect Speech 5. Change from Active Voice to Passive Voice 6. Interpret Meaning Identify the underlying meaning of a

1. Change to Synonyms

Example The stallion was content with the mare. The stallion was happy with the mare.

Try this… After he ate lunch, John took a nap.

She has an alluring beauty, I like her.

2. Interpret Meaning Identify the underlying meaning of a statement

Mrs. Lee said, “I am ready for lunch. ” Mrs. Lee complained about being hungry.

Try this… She entered the office and shut the door aloud.

• His answer could raise a lot of issues.

3. Change Word Forms • Use an adverb instead of an adjective • Use a verb to replace a noun.

John is an accurate typist. John types accurately.

She is fluent in English.

She is a nature lover.

Why paraphrase?

• It’s better than quoting lots of information. • You don’t quote as much, leaving more room for your ideas. • When you put an idea in your own words, you understand it better.

Plagiarism • The unauthorized use of the language and thoughts of another author and saying they are your own DON’T WRITE WORD DOW N WITH PLAG RAISM ism iar Plag FOR WORD WHAT SOMEONE WRITES OR SAYS DON’T CUT AND PASTE WHEN REASEARCHING FOR A PAPER OR PROJECT

Ways to effectively paraphrase

1. What is a paraphrase? 2 - 4. Reasons why we should paraphrase Paraphrase the given sentences. 5 -6. Although it was raining, Bob walked to work. 7 -8. A hotel employee will carry your bags.

Paraphrase the following statements: 1. I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat. (W. Churchill) 2. He is considered the Andres Bonifacio of this era.

3. This job is as aggravating as putting toothpaste back into the tube. 4. “In my solitude the walls are a blank silence until your smile glints. ”

Assignment • What is quoting? • What are the ways in quoting to avoid plagiarism?