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    What is paraphrasing?

    Paraphrasing is a way of using different words and phrasing to present the same ideas.
    Paraphrasing is used with short sections of text, such as phrases and sentences.

    A paraphrase offers an alternative to using direct quotations and allows you to integrate
    evidence/source material into assignments. Paraphrasing can also be used for note-taking and
    explaining information in tables, charts and diagrams.

    When to paraphrase
    Paraphrase short sections of work only i.e. a sentence or two or a short paragraph:

     as an alternative to a direct quotation


     to rewrite someone else's ideas without changing the meaning
     to express someone else's ideas in your own words
     to support claims in, or provide evidence for, your writing.

    How to paraphrase
     Read the original source carefully. It is essential that you understand it fully.
     Identify the main point(s) and key words.
     Cover the original text and rewrite it in your own words. Check that you have included
    the main points and essential information.
     Write the paraphrase in your own style. Consider each point; how could you rephrase
    it?
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     Ensure that you keep the original meaning and maintain the same
    relationship between main ideas and supporting points.
     Use synonyms (words or expression which have a similar meaning)
    where appropriate. Key words that are specialised subject vocabulary
    do not need to be changed.
     If you want to retain unique or specialist phrases, use quotation marks
    (“ “).
     Change the grammar and sentence structure. Break up a long sentence
    into two shorter ones or combine two short sentences into one. Change
    the voice (active/passive) or change word forms (e.g. nouns,
    adjectives).
     Change the order in which information/ideas are presented, as long as
    they still make sense in a different order.
     Identify the attitude of the authors to their subject (i.e. certain,
    uncertain, critical etc.) and make sure your paraphrase reflects this. Use
    the appropriate reporting word or phrase.
     Review your paraphrase to check it accurately reflects the original text but is in your
    words and style.
     Record the original source, including the page number, so that you can provide a
    reference.
    What are the differences?
    Paraphrasing
     does not match the source word for word
     involves putting a passage from a source into your own words
     changes the words or phrasing of a passage, but retains and fully
    communicates the original meaning
     must be attributed to the original source.

    Summarising
     does not match the source word for word
     involves putting the main idea(s) into your own words, but including
    only the main point(s)
     presents a broad overview, so is usually much shorter than the
    original text
     must be attributed to the original source.

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