Using Sources in a Paper: Paraphrasing

Paraphrasing enables you to:

• Weave the information into your own writing and present it in your own style
• Demonstrate your comprehension of the material
• Insert analysis of the material
• Make connections between the material and your ideas or material from other sources

When paraphrasing source information, remember to:

• Cite the source according to the citation style required by your instructor
• Put the information in your own words, using your own sentence style and phrasing
• Blend with short (one or two words) direct quotes if necessary

Refer to “How to Paraphrase” for more tips on paraphrasing