Exploring Strategies for Effective Paraphrasing of Ai-Generated Text inWriting Tasks

Abstract

Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of explicit strategies for improving students' ability to paraphrase AI-generated texts while learning about academic integrity. It also analyzed the difficulties students encountered when restructuring AI-generated texts. A mixed-methods research design was employed, incorporating quantitative and qualitative data from pre- and post-test results, an analytical rubric, an observation checklist, and a perception survey. The results indicated that providing explicit instruction on strategies increased success in paraphrasing, as reflected by improvements in accuracy, lexical variation, grammatical transformation, and coherence. Furthermore, students reported developing a more positive attitude toward the responsible use of AI-generated text and acknowledged the usefulness of the strategies for producing original writing. Overall, the research highlights the value of explicitly teaching strategies to enhance paraphrasing skills and promote the ethical use of AI in academic writing.