Paraphrasing & Avoiding Plagiarism

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or rephrasing a text while maintaining its original meaning.

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Why is paraphrasing important?

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Paraphrasing is important to avoid plagiarism, demonstrate understanding, and communicate ideas in one's own words.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions without proper acknowledgment, presenting them as one's own.

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How can you avoid plagiarism when paraphrasing?

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To avoid plagiarism, ensure that you completely rephrase the original text, use your own sentence structure, and cite the source.

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What is an acceptable paraphrase?

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An acceptable paraphrase accurately conveys the original idea in a new way without copying the original wording.

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What is an example of a poor paraphrase?

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A poor paraphrase closely resembles the original text in wording or structure, making it plagiarism.

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What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

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Summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a text into a shorter form, while paraphrasing involves rewording a specific passage.

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What should you do if you are unsure whether your paraphrase is acceptable?

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If unsure, compare your paraphrase to the original text and check for similarities in wording and structure.

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What is the role of citations in paraphrasing?

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Citations give credit to the original source and help avoid plagiarism, even when the text is paraphrased.

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What is a key strategy for effective paraphrasing?

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A key strategy is to read the original text, understand its meaning, and then write it in your own words without looking.