Paraphrasing your own” Paraphrasing

What is paraphrasing? Putting someone else’s words into your own

But what does that even really mean?

What are the 2 components of paraphrasing? Wording must be your own Meaning must still be the same

How do I actually paraphrase? Here are the steps:

Have a clear understanding of the text Step 1: Read the text at least 2 or 3 times

Step 2: Unfamiliar Words Look up any unfamiliar words Make sure that you understand the context in which it is being used

Unfamiliar words Step 3: Set the original aside Do NOT look at the original text as you are writing your paraphrase

Step 4: Remember the main ideas from the text and write them in your own words as if you were telling it to someone.

Step 5: As you are writing make sure that you are including the following: All key details Any names of people, places, or things that are important to the meaning

Step 6: Check your Paraphrase Check for the following 2 things: The paraphrase retained the same meaning The wording of the paraphrase is not too similar to that of the original

If the paraphrase is too close to the original text, that is called PLAGIARISM! Be sure to include a citation for the source

Original: “Her life spanned years of incredible change for women.” Paraphrase: Sally lived through an era of progress during the women’s liberation movement.

Original: “Pandas like Acacia leaves and bamboo, and they can consume 75 lbs of bamboo a day.” Paraphrase: A Panda can consume up to 75 lbs of Acacia leaves and bamboo everyday.

YOUR TURN! Example original: Any trip to Mexico should include a trip to Cozumel to sample its exquisite foods.