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Paraphrasing is presenting ideas and information in your own words and acknowledging where they come from. By using your own words, you demonstrate your understanding and your ability to convey this information.
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What is paraphrasing?
Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing is presenting ideas and information in your own words and acknowledging where they come from. By using your own words, you demonstrate your understanding and your ability to convey this information.
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We have identified 5 steps involved with paraphrasing. They include:
Read the original text until you understand it
Note down key concepts
Write down your version of the text without looking at the original
Compare your paraphrased text and make adjustments to ensure that it does not remain too similar. Edit your work so it is written in an academic manner and it flows with the rest of your assignment
Make sure you have included a citation
Four tips for paraphrasing:
Start your first sentence at a different point from the original source
Use synonyms
Change the form of words
Change the sentence structure