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Which tasks are compatible with similarity checking enabled
There are two task types that are compatible with similarity checking:
File upload - Allows learners to upload files, listed here are the specific file types that Turnitin allow for checking.
Essay - Allows learners to submit written text.
How to add a new task with similarity checking enabled
This part of the process is the same as adding a usual task.
Navigate to the page you want to add the task, select + then Task
2. Select Similarity check enabled task type then either:
File upload with similarity check or
Essay with similarity check.
3. Continue to add the task details and settings as required.
How to replace an existing Task with a similarity enabled Task
If you have an existing task and want to replace it with a similarity-enabled task, follow these steps:
If no learners have studied or are currently studying the course: Delete the task and rebuild it following the steps above.
If learners have already studied or are currently studying the course: If learners have submitted against this task, add a task variation before removing the original task. This will ensure that all previous submissions are retained. View the instructions below for more detail.
How to add a Task variation
Edit the existing task
Select the + to add a variation
Follow the steps above to add a the new similarity enabled task type.
Now delete the original task (which is now the first variation)
Save and republish.
Notes:
The Turnitin tasks can only be used as stand alone tasks. They can't be used as part of a quiz.
In order for a content check to be completed, submissions must have a minimum of 20 words.
The maximum file size is 2MB and must be no more than 800 pages.