Learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • explain what Turnitin is and how it supports academic integrity
  • interpret a Turnitin similarity report and identify areas for improvement
  • use Turnitin formatively to develop academic writing before final submission
  • recognise the value of using Turnitin as a positive and constructive learning tool.

OpenLearn - Using Turnitin effectively: building integrity into your writing
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