Reflection on Paraphrasing Practice

Paraphrasing should never be used to summarize what an author says, but it should rather be exactly what the author said, but in your own words. The author of the article that is paraphrased should read the paraphrase and say that it is what he/she was saying. Generally, a paraphrase should be longer than the original and it should only keywords between each other; the rest should be different.

Quotes should be used to backup what an opinion that you are writing about or it should be used as an analysis, a way to pick apart the words of the author. This way, a deeper meaning of the words can be formed that otherwise can not be formed by a simple paraphrase.


This is what I learned Today
  • Only use direct quotes when it adds power and style to my writing
  • Always make it clear, from context, that I understand the full meaning of the quote
  • Whether I quote or paraphrase, I must always be transparent about the source and how I'm using it
  • If I use another author's exact words or phrases, to any extend, I have to use quotation marks and give credit.
  • If I use another author's presentation of facts or ideas, but put their ideas in my own words, I better have a good reason for doing so, and I MUST give credit
  • Hyperlinking is so easy, there is no excuse for not being transparent about my sources


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