Paraphrasing v.I
University level
Materials
Main Aims
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1- Students will be able to define effective paraphrasing as more than just substituting a few words. 2- Students will be able to identify and apply the three core techniques of paraphrasing: synonym use, word form changes, and sentence structure manipulation in short exercises.
Subsidiary Aims
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1- Students will understand the critical importance of paraphrasing in avoiding academic plagiarism. 2-Students will recognize that paraphrasing develops their own academic voice and deeper understanding of a text.
Procedure (47-53 minutes)
T asks: "What is paraphrasing?" Elicits definition. T immediately discusses why it's essential, focusing on elicitation and quick whole-class agreement.
T explains that paraphrasing is not just changing a couple of words. Introduce the 3-step process clearly: Synonyms, Word Form, Structure. Emphasise the need to combine all three.
Students work in groups on selected examples: A. Vocabulary (Synonyms): Use examples. B. Word Form: Use examples. C. Structure: Use examples. T leads a rapid, whole-class review after each short section.
T quickly reviews the three key steps (Synonyms, Word Form, Structure) and ends the lesson.
