Purpose: To allow students to check their draft versions of their assignments before final submission using Turnitin.

  • Log in to Canvas: Choose the relevant course.
  • Navigate to Assignments: Click "Assignments" from the left navigation menu.
  • Create a New Assignment: Click on the + Assignment button.


  • Name: Enter a descriptive name like "Turnitin Rough Draft Check."

  • Instructions: Inform students that this is for checking drafts and is not graded. 
    Example note to students: "Use this link to submit your rough drafts and check for plagiarism before your final submission. This assignment will not be graded."

  • Points: Set to 0.

  • Assignment Group: Select the appropriate assignment or select "Individual Assignments".

  • Display Grade as: Choose "Points."

  • Exclude from Final Grade: Check/select "Do not count this assignment towards the final grade."

  • Set Submission Type: Choose "Online."
  • Choose Online Entry Options: Enable "Text Entry" and "File Uploads."

  • Allow Unlimited Submission Attempts: Set "Submission Attempts" to "Unlimited."

  • Enable Turnitin for Plagiarism Review:

    • Select "Turnitin" from the "Plagiarism Review" drop-down.

    • Uncheck "Index all submissions."

        8. Save and Publish: Make sure to publish the assignment and ensure it's accessible to students.


Please Note: