8.ELAR.12.G
Differentiate between paraphrasing and plagiarism when using source materials.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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paraphrasingplagiarismsource materials
Skills
- differentiate (paraphrasing and plagiarism) #dok2
- use (paraphrasing when using source materials) #dok2
- use (source materials ethically) #dok2
- recognize (paraphrasing and plagiarism in writing) #dok1
Learning Targets
- I can recognize examples of paraphrasing and plagiarism in writing. #dok1
- I can describe what it means to paraphrase source material. #dok1
- I can describe what it means to plagiarize source material. #dok1
- I can differentiate between paraphrasing and plagiarism when using source materials. #dok2
- I can use source materials in my writing without plagiarizing. #dok2
- I can explain how to paraphrase information to avoid plagiarism. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Understanding the difference between paraphrasing and plagiarism leads to ethical research and writing.
- Using source materials responsibly requires knowing how to credit original authors while expressing ideas in your own words.
Essential Questions
- How can you tell the difference between paraphrasing and plagiarism?
- Why is it important to avoid plagiarism when using source materials?
- What strategies can you use to effectively paraphrase information?
- How can ethical use of source materials impact your credibility as a writer?
- In what ways can paraphrasing demonstrate your understanding of a source?