Research in
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Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing

Research is Like a Conversation

Integrating Source Material

Quoting, Paraphrasing, & Summarizing

Check out this video series to learn about using quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing in your research writing and speaking!

#1 - Defining the
Terms

Watch this video to learn the differences between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing and see examples of each in use.

#2 - Using the
Tools

This video goes deeper into how you can use quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing to maximize your research communication.

#3 - Test Your
Understanding

Check out this video to quiz yourself on quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing!

Research is Like a Conversation

Looking at research as a conversation can help you think critically, analyze sources, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge. 

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Integrating Source Material

There are many ways to integrate information from your sources into your writing and speaking. The resources have great examples that can help you frame your quotations, connect source material to your main ideas, and introduce sources with strong, specific verbs.

(sand)which way do i quote.pdf
So What Who Cares.pdf
spice up your sources_SZ update 2.13.pdf

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