Module 5: Quote or Paraphrase?
We've talked about why to cite, so what about how to cite?
Quote
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When you use the exact words of someone else.
Paraphrase
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When you state someone else's idea in your own words.
Whether you quote or paraphrase, you must cite the source or else it is considered plagiarism.
Ideas that are common knowledge do not have to be cited. For example:
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Google is a popular search engine.
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The Olympic Games are held every four years.
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Windows is one of the most common operating systems for personal computers.