How To Check Plagiarism in Turnitin

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19 Apr 201904:19

Summary

TLDRThis video provides a step-by-step guide on how to check the plagiarism of your academic papers, including project reports, research papers, and theses, using Turnitin. The video walks you through the process of logging into Turnitin, enrolling in a class, and submitting your document for a plagiarism report. It also covers how to interpret the similarity results and download the report. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of following each step carefully to ensure accurate plagiarism checking. The video concludes with a promise of future tutorials on related topics.

Takeaways

🖥️ Turnitin can be used to check plagiarism in projects, research papers, and theses for various academic levels.
📧 You must log into Turnitin using your email ID and password or create a new account if you don't have one.
🎓 To submit a project, you need to enroll in a class by providing the class ID and enrollment key from your instructor.
❗ If you don't have the correct class ID, avoid entering random numbers; contact your instructor instead.
📄 After enrolling, submit your project for plagiarism check by clicking the submit button on the class homepage.
📁 You will need to upload your file, confirm that it's the correct file, and then proceed with the submission.
⏳ Turnitin will analyze the file and show the similarity percentage in the plagiarism report.
✅ The report will display how much of your project is plagiarized, shown as a percentage (e.g., 0%, 10%, 20%).
📥 If needed, you can download the plagiarism report by pressing the download icon and selecting 'current view.'
👋 The video concludes with a goodbye message and a promise to return with a new topic in future videos.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the video?
-The main purpose of the video is to demonstrate how to check the plagiarism of projects, research papers, theses, and other academic documents using Turnitin.
What steps should you follow to start using Turnitin?
-To start using Turnitin, you need to open the Turnitin website, log in with your email and password, or sign up if you don't have an account. After logging in, you must enroll in a class using a class ID and enrollment key provided by your institution or teacher.
What should you do if you don't have a class ID for Turnitin?
-If you don't have a class ID, you should contact your instructor or institution. You should not enter random numbers as the class ID.
How do you submit a project for plagiarism checking on Turnitin?
-To submit a project, navigate to the class homepage, click on the 'Submit' button, enter the student's name, select the file to be uploaded, and then confirm the file to proceed with the analysis.
What does Turnitin do after a file is uploaded for plagiarism checking?
-After the file is uploaded, Turnitin analyzes the document and generates a similarity report indicating the percentage of plagiarism.
How can you view the plagiarism report on Turnitin?
-You can view the plagiarism report by clicking on the 'Return to Assignment List' button, then clicking the 'View' button, which opens a new window displaying the plagiarism percentage.
What does a 0% plagiarism result mean in Turnitin?
-A 0% plagiarism result means that Turnitin did not detect any text in the document that matches other sources in its database.
How can you download the plagiarism report from Turnitin?
-To download the plagiarism report, click on the download icon and select 'Current View'. The report will then begin downloading.
Why is it important not to skip any part of the video?
-It is important not to skip any part of the video to ensure you understand all the steps and information provided for using Turnitin effectively.
What should you do if you need further clarification or help while using Turnitin?
-If you need further clarification or help, you can contact your instructor or refer to the Turnitin help resources for guidance.

Outlines

00:00

📚 Introduction to Checking Plagiarism with Turnitin

In this section, the speaker introduces the video, which demonstrates how to check plagiarism using Turnitin for various academic documents like project papers, research papers, MS, MPhil, and PhD theses. The video promises a step-by-step guide on using Turnitin to generate a similarity report and modify projects based on it. The speaker asks viewers to subscribe to the channel and press the bell icon to receive notifications about future videos.

🖥️ Steps to Access Turnitin

The speaker begins by instructing viewers to open the Turnitin website and log in using their email and password. For those without an account, the process of signing up is briefly explained. After logging in, users will be directed to the dashboard. To check the plagiarism report, they must first enroll in a class using a class ID and enrollment key, typically provided by their institution or teacher. The speaker warns against entering random numbers and advises contacting instructors if needed.

📄 Submitting a Project for Plagiarism Check

Once logged into the class homepage, users need to submit their project for plagiarism review. The speaker explains that by clicking the 'Submit' button, users can upload their project. They must first enter the student's name (a demo name is used in the example) and then select the appropriate upload option. The speaker walks viewers through selecting and uploading the correct file for plagiarism checking.

⌛ File Analysis and Confirmation

After the file is uploaded, Turnitin begins analyzing the project for plagiarism. The software asks the user to confirm the file, ensuring it is the correct one. The speaker emphasizes double-checking the file before confirming to avoid mistakes. Once confirmed, the system processes the document and the file is officially uploaded.

🔍 Viewing the Plagiarism Report

To view the plagiarism report, users can return to the assignment list and click the 'View' button, which opens a new window. Here, users will see the plagiarism percentage of their project, with the speaker showing a demo with 0% plagiarism. The plagiarism percentage can vary, and this method allows users to review and adjust their project based on the results.

💾 Downloading the Report

The speaker demonstrates how to download the plagiarism report by clicking the 'Current View' option. The process is straightforward, and the report is saved to the user's device. This method is described as simple and efficient for checking plagiarism without hassle.

👋 Conclusion and Farewell

In closing, the speaker thanks the viewers and encourages them to watch future videos on new topics. The speaker ends with a customary farewell, wishing the audience goodbye in a traditional manner. Background music plays as the video wraps up.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Turnitin

Turnitin is a software platform used for checking plagiarism in academic and research papers. In the video, it is the primary tool being demonstrated for analyzing the similarity report of projects and theses. The user is guided step-by-step on how to log in, submit files, and review the plagiarism results using Turnitin.

💡Plagiarism

Plagiarism refers to the act of copying someone else’s work without proper attribution. In the context of the video, the presenter is showing how Turnitin can detect plagiarism in research papers, ensuring that the work is original and adheres to academic standards.

💡Similarity Report

A similarity report is a document generated by Turnitin that highlights portions of a submitted file that match other sources. This report helps users identify plagiarism levels and make necessary edits. The video explains how to view the similarity report, which shows a percentage that indicates how much of the content matches other sources.

💡Class ID

A class ID is a unique identifier provided by an instructor or institution, necessary for enrolling in a class on Turnitin. The video advises users to obtain this ID from their teacher or institute for accessing the plagiarism checking service, rather than entering random numbers.

💡Enrollment Key

The enrollment key is a password provided by an instructor to grant access to a Turnitin class. It is mentioned in the video as part of the process for registering and gaining access to plagiarism-checking services.

💡Submit

Submitting refers to the process of uploading a file (such as a project or thesis) to Turnitin for plagiarism analysis. In the video, the presenter walks through the steps of submitting a document by clicking the submit button, naming the file, and confirming its upload.

💡Upload Options

Upload options refer to the different methods users can use to upload their documents to Turnitin. The video demonstrates how users choose the correct method to upload a file for plagiarism checking. It involves selecting a file from a local system and ensuring it’s correctly uploaded.

💡File Confirmation

File confirmation is the step where users verify that the correct file has been uploaded to Turnitin before processing begins. In the video, users are encouraged to double-check that the file displayed is the one they want to analyze for plagiarism.

💡Download Report

After Turnitin generates a similarity report, users can download it for further review. In the video, the presenter shows how to download the plagiarism report by clicking the appropriate icon and selecting 'current view' to obtain a copy of the analysis.

💡Class Homepage

The class homepage is the main dashboard on Turnitin where users access their enrolled classes, view assignments, and check plagiarism reports. In the video, this is where users can navigate to submit their project for plagiarism analysis.

Highlights

Introduction to checking plagiarism using Turnitin for research papers, MS, NLM, and PhD theses.

Emphasis on following a step-by-step procedure to generate a similarity report using Turnitin.

Reminder to subscribe to the channel and press the bell icon to receive notifications of future videos.

First step: Open the Turnitin website.

Second step: Log into Turnitin using your email ID and password, or sign up if you don't have an account.

Instructions for enrolling in a class using the class ID and enrollment key provided by your instructor.

Warning not to enter random class IDs; contact your instructor if you don't have the necessary credentials.

After logging in, navigate to the class homepage to submit your project for a plagiarism report.

Click the 'Submit' button to upload your project for analysis.

Enter the student's name and select the appropriate file to upload.

Wait for the software to analyze your file for plagiarism.

Confirm the file uploaded by checking its details before clicking 'Confirm.'

View the plagiarism report by returning to the assignment list and clicking the 'View' button.

Example result: The report shows 0% plagiarism, but the percentage may vary depending on your project.

Option to download the plagiarism report by pressing the download icon and selecting 'Current view.'