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  • Quote Vs Paraphrase Vs Summary: Which Is Better?

    Introduction:

    In contrast, a summary is a brief overview of an entire discussion or argument. You might summarize a whole research paper or conversation in a single paragraph, for example, or with a series of bullet points, using your own words and style. People often summarize when the original material is long, or to emphasize key facts or points. Summaries leave out detail or examples that may distract the reader from the most important information, and they simplify complex arguments, grammar and vocabulary. Used correctly, summarizing and paraphrasing can save time, increase understanding, and give authority and credibility to your work. Both tools are useful when the precise wording of the original communication is less important than its overall meaning.


    Objectives: To learn about...

    1. Summarization
    2. Paraphrasing
    3. Why and when to use these two 
    Learning Outcomes: After the session, the students will be able to...
    1. Summarize
    2. paraphrase