To avoid using too much of other peoples' words:
- Understand what you read and come up with your own point of view, argument, or discussion.
- Use as few quotes, paraphrases, or summaries as possible from the articles you have read.
- The purpose to quote, paraphrase, or summarize other people's works is only to support or emphasize your argument or point of view.
- Avoid letting others write the paper for you. Even parts of the paper.