Monday, November 30, 2009

Question FAQ paraphrase limits

Hi Adrianna,

That of course, is an excellent question. Paraphrasing is always a delicate situation because it is a gray area. Ideally, you would cite what you paraphrase.

So think that paraphrasing and more formal citing together should be about 15% of your work. Do not become paralyzed at the thought of this. Just try your best. Obviously, we want you to pass the class.

Be sure to run your plagiarism report and if over the 15%, go back over your work and try to think about how you can cut out the excess citations and how to perhaps bring your own personal experience into play to fill out the word requirements, you might be surprised at what you know!

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