1. Read the original text carefully and make sure you understand it.
2. Put the text aside and write your version without looking at the original.
3. Use synonyms to replace words and phrases, but keep the same meaning.
4. Change the sentence structure and word order to avoid plagiarism.
5. Check your paraphrase against the original text to make sure you have kept the same meaning and have not accidentally copied any of the original words or phrases.
6. Cite your source when using a paraphrase in your writing to give credit to the original author.