Integrate Those Quotes, Y'all!
You all already should've read the Integrating Sources section in your textbook (starting on pg. 61), so I'm going to build on that rather than repeat what you've already read. Integrating your secondary source material into your PSA as you create your SSI is a really important part of the process.
Ex. Because NFL athletes are often young and don't receive any formal financial training, "nearly half of all pro-football players will file for bankruptcy at least once in their lives" (McGregor 92).
Ex. "Nearly half of all pro-football players will file for bankruptcy at least once in their lives," suggesting that NFL players are not provided with the right financial tools to manage the large sums of money they temporarily bring in (McGregor 92).
The popcorn method involves sprinkling short snippets of quoted material within your own sentence.
Ex. The NFL has a known issue with players "fil[ing] for bankruptcy" and has down little to address the issue with affects "nearly half of all pro-football players" (McGregor 92).
You can see how with each of these methods, the writer is using the quoted material to boost what they're saying rather than letting the source material take over the sentence. We don't want the reader to have to interpret the quoted material on their own or what for a new sentence to accomplish that work. Your paper will flow smoother and your quoted materials will seamlessly support your own ideas rather than dominating your voice right off the page.
For your response:
EITHER, how have you integrated quoted material in the past? Are you a heavy paraphraser? A quote dropper? A long quote fan? (which we want to avoid for the ARP, but is definitely okay in other classes if that's what the assignment calls for).
OR, what makes you nervous or concerns you about implementing quote integration? Is this something you've done before? Have you done it differently for other classes? Is quote integration something you're really excellent at?
OR, follow up to at least TWO students responses.
Pitfalls to avoid:
- Quote dropping: including a full sentence or more of quoted material into your paper without any of your own words.
The watermelon is your quote.
- Using Attributes instead of Integration: Phrased like "According to Dr. Abdul" and "In her article, "The Sound and the Furry," Catalina Gorbenson says, 'BLAH BLAH BLAH.'" When you use attribution tags to identify where your quote came from (the article title) or who wrote it (the author), you aren't actually engaging with the content of the quote. While it's helpful to include acknowledge sources both in your text as well as in your citations, that's not full quote integration because you aren't showing the reader that you understand the content of the quote and how it relates to your topic.
How to Integrate Those Quotes!
Method 1: Introduction
When you integrate you quoted material using the introduction method, you begin your sentence with your own words and then transition to the quoted material.Ex. Because NFL athletes are often young and don't receive any formal financial training, "nearly half of all pro-football players will file for bankruptcy at least once in their lives" (McGregor 92).
Method 2: Interpretation
Integrating your quotes using the interpretation method means you'll begin your sentence with the quote material and then shift to your own words.
Ex. "Nearly half of all pro-football players will file for bankruptcy at least once in their lives," suggesting that NFL players are not provided with the right financial tools to manage the large sums of money they temporarily bring in (McGregor 92).
Method 3: Popcorn Quotes
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Ex. The NFL has a known issue with players "fil[ing] for bankruptcy" and has down little to address the issue with affects "nearly half of all pro-football players" (McGregor 92).
You can see how with each of these methods, the writer is using the quoted material to boost what they're saying rather than letting the source material take over the sentence. We don't want the reader to have to interpret the quoted material on their own or what for a new sentence to accomplish that work. Your paper will flow smoother and your quoted materials will seamlessly support your own ideas rather than dominating your voice right off the page.
For your response:
EITHER, how have you integrated quoted material in the past? Are you a heavy paraphraser? A quote dropper? A long quote fan? (which we want to avoid for the ARP, but is definitely okay in other classes if that's what the assignment calls for).
OR, what makes you nervous or concerns you about implementing quote integration? Is this something you've done before? Have you done it differently for other classes? Is quote integration something you're really excellent at?
OR, follow up to at least TWO students responses.
In the past I used a variety of methods to integrate quotes into my papers, but it depended on the type of paper I was writing. In an english paper I would use quotes but never "quote drop", I would not randomly put a quote in without explaining the context. In research papers we were never allowed to use direct quotes so I always had to paraphrase. In high school we had a lesson on how integrate quotes and it really helped me when I write papers.
ReplyDeleteIn previous papers, I relied heavily on longer quotes. I used to think longer meant better, but this is not always the case. Many times I shorter, more focused quote will do the same job or a better job than a long quote. I guess I used quote dropping in the past? I was never taught another way to integrate quotes. I would introduce the quote by using the author's name, insert the quote, then paraphrase/relate it back to my thesis or topic. I think I'm good at selecting quotes now, but I think I need to practice integrating them so it's not so jarring to the reader.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with you that using longer quotes is sometimes easier to incorporate within a paper, especially if you are writing a research type paper with multiple pages. One thing I try to remember when adding in quotes so that I do not "quote drop" is to kind of introduce the topic or subject of the quote beforehand and then weave it into that response. Instead of dropping the quote in first, then maybe not even explaining its relevance. Maybe this will help you too!
DeleteI agree using long quotes can get you in trouble. The explanation of proper use of quotes really helps to understand how to use them. In a recent paper I used a long quote... something I don't do! Used it wrong, and was made aware of it. I wish I had this guide line before.
DeleteIn high school I would say I was decent at integrating my quotes. I would never quote drop or popcorn the info in. I would usually put the quote then explain it and why I put it. My biggest issue being the actually transition to it. My quotes can sound pretty random at times and I am not the best at transitioning.
ReplyDeleteI see where you are coming from Mitchell! I would say I struggle with that transition after or before a quote trying to make it flow with my writing. It can be difficult to find the right words to transition into but I would suggest to try and explain the quote beforehand, put the quote in, and then go deeper into its relevance to the topic. This sometimes helps me make my quotes and transitions flow easier!
DeleteTransitions can definitely be tricky. I like using a partial phrase in the beginning of the sentence that refers to what came before rather than using standard traditional words.
DeleteIn high school I typically used quotes in analytical essays for novels we read in class. The quotes were mainly used to provide context and support for my claims or give examples from the story that would be discussed further. This resulted in a mixture of quote dropping or paraphrasing. I think my biggest trouble with quotes is trying to match the author's style of writing or find good placement for the quote so it transitions well with the rest of my essay.
ReplyDelete-Bryan Hagedorn
In the past I only used method one and two to include quotes into a paper I was writing. I never used the third method mentioned because I didn't feel like I was strong enough writer to do it. The biggest concern for me is transitioning into a quote or transitioning into my explanation on why the quote was relevant.
ReplyDeleteI do not have very much experience using quotes in my writing unless explicitly required by the prompt. Typically I will paraphrase unless a quote makes more sense. The most recent experience I had with quoting was for a paper in Classics 2220. When I use quotes I make sure they are in context as to not "quote drop".
ReplyDeleteSam Tufts
In my previous papers, I used to compose quotes to support demonstrating my points, but I didn't pay much attention to the difference between those 3 methods. I would say I use method 2 and 3 more often versus the first one because sometimes I found it hard to find a context of full sentence that helps to construct my opinions, while for 2 and 3 you could break them into chunks and connect it to give a strong explanation.
ReplyDeleteHow to Integrate Those Quotes! is seems interesting for me. In the past, I only write a paper in Korean. It is the my first time to use how to integrate quotes. Even if I read an integrating section in our textbook thoroughly, I am not sure that I can use this strategy well.
ReplyDeleteI used to use method one to integrate my quotes in my high school but It depends on my themes of papers. I am not a typical heavy paraphraser. I usually reexplain the quote in my own language, but sometimes when the topic is hard to describe, I will use paraphrase a lot.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, I have integrated quote materials into various papers. I have to admit, I am a long quote fan. I have never quote dropped before as that was a big no-no at my high school. The same idea applies to heavily paraphrasing. In this class, I hope to get rid of my habit of long quote unless called for.
ReplyDeleteFor my papers I enjoy using quotes to give it some more authority but I realize now that I've been doing in the wrong way. I have definitely quoted a full sentence that took up two lines of my paper or more. After reading the examples of correct way to include quotes I realize that I like that way more. It gives the paper more of a smoother flow.
ReplyDeleteIn the past I would have typically done method two, I would find a quote I liked and put it in my paper and then explain it after. I'm sure that I've used method one plenty of times without really know it, but I can say for sure that I never used the popcorn method, and I can't say that based on the examples I've seen I'm a big fan of it, it just feels hard to make it flow.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, I have been known to be a long quote fan. This is how I was always taught to incorporate quotes before so it has become a common method of use. Though the newer integration method is quite different from what I have practiced in the past, I feel like I will enjoy this new method as it brings a clarity to how you're tying to use the quote in your research.
ReplyDeleteThis whole experience has me feeling I've been incorrect usage of quotes. The new integration method is one I'm going to try on our upcoming paper.
DeleteI would identify as a heavy paraphraser. I find it hard to integrate direct quotes so I like to pull ideas out of quotes and integrate those into my paper. It is much easier to make the paper flow when you can choose how the cited information is included.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, I was a quote dropper. Sometimes I want to paraphrase the sentence but the sentence is till very similar to the origin one. However, it's depend on the theme of my assignment. If the theme is very obscure I will use the quotes.
ReplyDeleteIn my high school, I was definitely a long quote fan. When we were assigned research papers, I used to quote frequently without paraphrasing. Now, I paraphrase but sometimes I still choose quote directly because sometimes integrating quotes can be hard.
ReplyDeleteIn ESL 1902 class, the requiring writing course for international students, I used to make some Interpretation quotes because it can show I do not rely on the research resources and I have my own opinion. However, I believe everyone favorite method of quote is popcorn quote since you only have to do is copy and paste. I concerned that if I misunderstand the true meaning of the content that I quote when I interpret the quote later.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was a high school student, I was willing to add quote to my passage. Meanwhile, sometimes I paraphrase the sentence, using the information that related to the passage. However, I prefer to paraphrase the sentence instead of directly quoting a lot of things from others.
ReplyDeleteAll my life I have integrated quotes using the dreaded quote dropper. Unbeknownst to me, I always thought of this as an effective measure when wanting to state a quote in the middle of a paragraph. Moving forward, I will probably try to integrate the introduction method into my writing because it appears to fit into my writing style the most.
ReplyDeleteAbrahm Williams
Sometimes quote dropping might be appropriate if you need to use a long quote, but we won't use any of those for the ARP. It'll be a good tool for you to have moving forward.
DeleteWhat makes me nervous about quote integration is the phrasing associated. Phrasing can be difficult enough sometimes, but to insert a quote that flows smoothly and make my point in a flowing and to-the-point way seems difficult. That being said, I have done this before, primarily the introduction method. I am good at introduction method but popcorn is something I would like to try but never have used before.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, I used to use some quotes which related to the theme in my essays. I would put the quote in my paper and then explain it. Or I just like paraphrasing them because I think this is the safest way to avoid some quotative mistakes. I never use “quote-drop” before because this is not allowed in my high school. I think my biggest concern is how to make the fluent transition of my quotes and the rest of my essay.
ReplyDeleteI would agree in the way that i am concerned about how to make the transition flow smoothly. I would love to include moor quotes in my paper but i feel like i can never get them to flow well.
DeleteWhen I came to college first, I always wrote paper with a lot of quoted sentence, a fairly long quote fan. After reading these three methods for quoting material, I realized what I've done before is not right. I'll use these methods to quote material correctly.
ReplyDeleteI usually use a lot of interpretation when writing my papers. However, I do not like directly analyzing the quote in the same sentence. Instead, I give a short introduction to what I'm about to say about the quote in the same sentence, then elaborate further in the following sentences.
ReplyDeleteI usually use some quotation about one or tow specific sentences in the resources and analyze them later. I never used the third method in my previous paper. But I think the way is really interesting and useful. I will try in my later writings.
ReplyDeleteIn the past when I've been required to include quotes in academic writings, I usually drop a long quote in each paragraph that serves as the basis for the paragraph. Then I write my own words/thoughts around it. I would write an intro sentence before the quote to lead into it. Then after the quote, I usually write two or three sentences reiterating the quote or explaining it so it relates to the thesis statement and paper theme. When I have enough time to read back over my work, then I sometimes rewrite some quotes in the popcorn method.
ReplyDeleteI don't normally uses quotes often, but when I did I would drop them in quotations. I sometimes would integrate them in papers depending on the subject. When I did drop quotes I would drop them then discuss how it ties into my paper. I would never drop a quote without including my thoughts on it.
ReplyDeleteI also never drop a quote without including my thoughts on it. I usually integrated it into the flow of the sentence to build up or create a new point in whatever paper i was writing.
DeleteIn the past, I always used method1 and method2, these two are easy to me. But I never use method 3, it looks like more effect but difficult to use. I was a quote dropper I think, because I would quote a long sentence in the high school, and move to the next point. It is bad, so I begin to use method 1 and 2 in my freshman year.
ReplyDeleteyes, i also think the method 3 is useful but hard to use. We need to understand the understand the materials perfectly, and combine the materials and our sentences well.
DeleteI have involved into some assignments that need quote materials. When I deal with that assignment, I’m a little bit confused about how to quote. Sometimes I just quote a big section of the original material. But when I just quote one sentence, I just cite at the end of my section. Now I know should do it after every sentence I quote.
ReplyDeleteluo.771
In the past, I normally used long quotes from a different source to use in my papers. I initially thought that using longer quotes would be fillers for my paper and make my paper look better than it usually is. And I would use long quotes if I didn't know how to explain something in a paper. To be honest, I also counted on long quotes in times of laziness white writing my papers.
ReplyDeleteI would do the same thing if i didn't have enough content to fill the minimum requirements. I would use them to explain things that i couldn't explain in my own words.
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ReplyDeleteI think I used both methods in previous papers according to the resources. I didn't pay much attention to different quotes methods, I probably used method 1 more often than others. I would definitely try other methods in my future papers.
ReplyDeleteKeren Shi
I also believe I have used one method more than others. I am open to use other methods in order to better integrate quotes in my future papers.
DeleteIn my past papers I've integrated quotes. I've enjoyed using quotes to try and support my point of view in relations to others. Being extremely careful not to use it inappropriately, I'm sure I've used the wrong method at other times. I typically don't tend to use long quotes.
ReplyDeleteyes，I also don't tend to use long quotes.since I now understand the concept of introducing the content that I am quoting.
DeleteI used different methods to integrate quotes in the past depending on my class. Most research projects required no quotes and therefore I'd just paraphrase and cite the source later. In other assignments I wouldn't drop quotes.
ReplyDeleteQuotes are more effective when integrated correctly and then analyzed. I don't like using lengthy quotes. I would rather pick a short meaningful quote which I can analyze.
I tend to integrate quotes differently based on the type of paper I am writing. For a research paper I will often just summarize a point or use signal word quotes to integrate it into my paper. For a paper on a specific book or article, I will quote a line usually and integrate it in my paper with the appropriate diction.
ReplyDeleteThe thing I probably do the most is paraphrasing for my quotes I want to use. Most of my teachers in the past have taught me that paraphrasing is the safest option when you want to quote someone. I have had one teacher that attempted to have students use quote integration but it feels like I was taught that years and years ago. I potentially used quote drops in my earlier papers in my first or even second year of high school, but my English teachers led my peers and I out of that method.
ReplyDelete-Sierra Vahalik
I also believe paraphrasing is the safest option when you want to quote someone
DeleteParaphrasing is nice because it keeps the tone of your paper consistent, but you still need to cite paraphrased portions, so I wouldn't think it'd be safer.
DeleteIn the past, I used the introduction method at the most time since it is easiest way to integrate quotes. Maybe I am a quote dropper and I forget using quotation sometimes. Personally, I am afraid that I cannot use popcorn method well. This way needs me to combine my words and quotation materials. It is a bit of hard for me to organize sentence without mistakes. In my last writing course, professor taught me the introduction method and interpretation method. If I completed quotations perfectly, I will feel excited and proud of myself.
ReplyDeleteEnglish may be harsh sometimes making one feel like they do not understand anything about the language as much as they can speak and express themselves adequately. This was me before I came to understand the process of integrating quotations into my work. Back in high school, introducing the content that I was supposed to integrate was the most significant challenge that I faced. This came to an end after I joined college and did much practice as I had to do more essays compared to high school. Today, I can say that I am proficient at quote integration since I now understand the concept of introducing the content that I am quoting.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, I usually used interpretation method. It may be the easiest way to integrate quotes. You only need to quote sentences in the resources and analyze them. But I think the Popcorn Quotes method is the most useful and hardest to use. You need to understand the materials perfectly. And you need to combine the materials and your sentences well.
ReplyDeletePopcorn method can be a little difficult to use, but can work great if you have a few specific phrases you want to pepper in.
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