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Learn how to properly use parenthetical citations in your research, including when to directly cite, paraphrase, and where to find information. Discover tips for accurate citation and effective reading strategies. Practice citing and paraphrasing with guidance from Mrs. McNamara, a Teacher Librarian.
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Parenthetical Citations Mrs. McNamara, Teacher Librarian
Read a Section Purposefully • Use the table of contents or index to find a part of the book that • Is interesting to you • Fits assigned requirements
When to Use Direct Citation • Only when what the author says is better than any way you could word it. • If you can paraphrase (put it into your own words), PARAPHRASE!
Your Turn • Read a selection for five minutes. • Choose an entire sentence to directly cite with parenthetical citation. • “Exact words author wrote” (McNamara 80). • Quote +Citation = Sentence • Period goes at the END of the sentence. • Check your partner’s • Let’s try one more fact. • “Exact words … author wrote” (McNamara 80).