Turnitin Similarity is UT Knoxville’s supported similarity checker and plagiarism detection tool for files submitted through Online@UT (Canvas) assignments. 

The tool works by comparing the text in file submissions to Turnitin’s database of previously submitted papers, published research papers, and numerous internet resources. A “similarity report” is then produced highlighting areas of the paper that match content in Turnitin’s database. 

Additional Resources

Visit the OIT Teaching Tools Turnitin Similarity webpage for more information and how to get started.