Overview
Turnitin is a content originality platform that promotes academic integrity by analyzing student submissions against an extensive database. The database includes content from Loyola University Chicago students, other academic institutions, published works, and publicly available content. It helps instructors identify potential plagiarism and AI-generated content while fostering proper attribution practices.
Key Features
- Similarity Reports: Detailed reports highlight overlaps between student submissions and database content, helping assess originality.
- AI Writing Detection: Detects content generated by AI tools to ensure authenticity in student submissions.
- Seamless Sakai Integration: Integrated within the Sakai Assignments tool for efficient submission reviews and originality checks.
- Integrated Feedback: Offers tools for instructors to provide actionable comments directly within the platform.
- Secure and Scalable: Operates with robust security measures, ensuring data privacy while handling large volumes of submissions.
Benefits
- Promotes Academic Integrity: Helps maintain high standards of academic honesty by detecting potential plagiarism and ensuring originality.
- Enhances Teaching Practices: Provides instructors with insights and tools to guide students on proper citation and attribution.
- Supports Institutional Standards: Aligns with Loyola's commitment to upholding ethical and responsible academic practices.
- Facilitates Learning: Students receive constructive feedback that encourages them to improve their writing and research skills.
Available to
Turnitin is available to all active Loyola University Chicago faculty, staff, and students through the Sakai Assignments tool.
Cost
This service is provided at no additional cost to eligible* individuals or departments, as it is fully funded by the institution.
*Questions on eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*