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Quoting and Paraphrasing Global Perspectives

Author

Catalina

Subject

Research Skills

Difficulty

7th Grade

Prompt used to create this resource

Activity about quotation and parahrasing in Global Perspective. Not specific ways of quotation just book and website but not Mla ,or Apa. The texts should be avout education

Description

This resource focuses on mastering the skills of quoting and paraphrasing within research, specifically in the context of educational content. The learning objective emphasizes students' ability to employ quotations and paraphrasing effectively while ensuring that sources are properly cited. It defines quotations as exact copies of a source's wording and provides guidelines on when to quote, such as when the language is particularly impactful or technical. Paraphrasing is explained as rewriting main ideas in one’s own words, enhancing understanding, and summarization of complex information. The document includes examples and practice exercises that encourage the application of these skills, distinguishing when to use direct quotes versus paraphrasing, and underscores the importance of proper citation in academic work.

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