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Turnitin Support
Turnitin is UB’s plagiarism detection and writing support tool, used to help faculty promote academic integrity and provide students with meaningful feedback on their written work. Instructors can use Turnitin to check originality, streamline grading and support students in developing stronger citation and writing skills. Below, you will find recordings and materials from past Turnitin workshops, which offer guidance on using key features and integrating the tool effectively into your courses.
Turnitin: Introduction to Originality and the AI Indicator
We're excited to provide an overview of the Turnitin Similarity Report with Originality, which includes the AI Indicator. We will learn about and view the differences and similarities between the Similarity Report and the AI Indicator, and will discuss the importance of thoughtful, nuanced reviews of student works. We will take a look at how various paper results might show up via BrightSpace, with ample time for your questions.
A Deeper Dive: Working with the New Turnitin Similarity Report (Including AI Indication)
Since the release of ChatGPT in late 2023, Turnitin has been updating and adding new features to help students navigate the special challenges of the AI era while promoting academic integrity. This session provides a deeper dive on Turnitn features, paying special attention to the new enhanced Similarity Report view, with more time spent reviewing AI Indicator reports and the brand new Paraphrase Detection for AI-generated content. Questions are always welcome during our sessions.
Turnitin PeerMark Introduction and Overview
This informative training session will introduce Turnitin Peermark, a powerful tool designed to enhance peer review processes in academic settings. The session will cover an introduction to Peermark, explaining its role in facilitating effective peer reviews. Participants will learn how to set up Peermark assignments, including configuring review criteria and deadlines. Best practices for conducting peer reviews, providing constructive feedback, and utilizing Peermark’s features to streamline the process will also be explored.