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What is TurnItIn?

The TurnItIn is a plagiarism detection service that is integrated with Canvas. It allows instructors and students to view an Originality Report of written work or other homework assignments. The system is designed to facilitate feedback between instructors and students on written work.

How Do I Submit TurnItIn Assignments?

TurnItIn assignments will be similar to any other assignment in Canvas. (1) Click Assignments in the left navigation of the course or Modules if the assignment page is hidden in the left navigation. (2) Click the assignment title to view the assignment page.

Note: The first time you submit a TurnItIn assignment you will be presented with TurnItIn’s terms of service. Read the terms and accept them. If you have questions, please contact your instructor.

The assignment page will display. (1) Any directions or links to course resources will be listed above the TurnItIn bar Assignment Dashboard. Click the assignment title to view the start date, due date and feedback release date. (2) Click the Summary tab to view the assignment directions and rubric (if attached). (3) Click the upload icon to upload a document file.

The File Submission dialog box will appear. (1) There are three ways to submit files. Choose the desired option. (2) Give your submission a title. (3) Click Select a file to upload. Be sure to review the acceptable file formats that are allowed for file upload.

Wait patiently as the file submission is be verified. Once complete a preview will display of the file submission. Click Accept submission – save to submit your file.