How to Paraphrase Effectively Workshop

This workshop focuses on understanding why it is important to differentiate your ideas from others and to help you discover tools to properly quote, paraphrase, and summarize in the research process.

The Paraphrasing Workshop has 1 requirement:

a one-time, 1 hour face-to-face workshop hosted by our partners at The Writing Hub

In the Paraphrasing Workshop, students will:

develop an understanding of the bigger picture and context of academic conversation
discuss why writers need to cite and give credit
learn about differences between quoting and paraphrasing
be shown specific tools for quoting and paraphrasing correctly
practice why and how to use quoting and paraphrasing

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enroll?

The workshop schedule and link to enroll can be found in the How to Paraphrase Effectively (Writing with Sources) Workshop module on our AI Training Canvas ORG. After enrolling, your confirmation email will contain instructions for registering with the Writing Hub. You can also find registration details on the Writing Hub’s website. Please make sure to enroll with us and register with the Writing Hub to ensure that your attendance is tracked.

Can I complete the workshop virtually or asynchronously?

This workshop takes place synchronously on Zoom.

Where can I find the Zoom link?

After you enroll through our scheduling system, you need to register with the Writing Hub. Once you have registered, the Writing Hub will provide Zoom details for the workshop.

I didn’t register in time. What should I do?

Enrollment closes on our scheduling system 48 hours before the start of the workshop. If you have missed the enrollment window, please email us at aio@ucsd.edu. If seats are still available, we will be able to help you enroll.

If you have missed the window to register with the Writing Hub, please email us at aio@ucsd.edu so that we can help you receive Zoom details for the workshop.

What happens if I’m late to the workshop?

It is very important to arrive on time for this workshop. Late arrivals may not receive credit for completion and may need to re-enroll for a future workshop. If an emergency has come up that has prevented you from attending your workshop on time, please email aio@ucsd.edu as soon as possible.

How do I know I’ve completed the How to Paraphrase Effectively training?

We will send a congratulations email confirming your completion of this training within a week of your workshop date.