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On May 11, 2022, we updated the method used for connecting Blackboard to Turnitin. This update brings some user interface changes but the service retains the same features. The new connection method will allow for more seamless system updates in the future and offers an improved student submission process. 

Need more info? View our Turnitin support materials:

Turnitin for Instructors
Turnitin for Students

What changed?

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Creating assignments

Creating Turnitin assignments will have a different workflow. View this article for more information: https://bama.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CIT/pages/2029158404 How do I create a new Turnitin assignment?

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In a content area, click Assessments then Turnitin Assignment.

In a content area, click on Build Content then Turnitin.

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Setting up assignments

The interface for setting up a Turnitin assignment has a new look, but it retains the functionality of the existing tool. View this article for more information: https://jirauaedu.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CIT/pages/2029158404

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How assignments appear in Blackboard

The icon that appears next to Turnitin assignments in Blackboard will change.

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Accessing the Assignment Inbox

Instructors will access the Assignment Inbox through the same link that students use to submit instead of through Course Tools.

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Access the Assignment Inbox through Course Tools then Turnitin Assignments.

Access the Assignment Inbox by using the same link for student submissions.

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How students submit assignments

Students submit through the assignment link, but the submission page will look different. View this article for more information: https://jirauaedu.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CIT/pages/2029355009

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Use the Submit button to begin the upload process.

Use the Upload Submission button to begin the upload process.

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