Uncover the Power of Copyleaks

Uncover the Power of Copyleaks

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. What is Copy Leaks?
3. Setting up Copy Leaks in your Course 3.1. Choosing a location in your course 3.2. Accessing Copy Leaks course settings 3.3. Recommended settings for Copy Leaks
4. Creating a Copy Leaks Assignment 4.1. Selecting the existing activities option 4.2. Creating the assignment title and setting the maximum score 4.3. Adding the due date and time 4.4. Allowing submissions after the due date
5. Using Copy Leaks as a Student 5.1. Uploading papers to the plagiarism software 5.2. Viewing the plagiarism score report
6. Editing the Copy Leaks Assignment 6.1. Editing the assignment setup 6.2. Amending the assignment description 6.3. Controlling parameters and exceptions for the assignment
7. Adding the Copy Leaks Assignment to the Grade Book 7.1. Editing the assignment in the grade book 7.2. Choosing a grade book category
8. Conclusion
9. FAQs

Introduction

Copy Leaks is a powerful plagiarism detection software that has recently been introduced at WCC. In this guide, we will provide an in-depth overview of Copy Leaks and offer recommendations for setting it up in your course. Whether you are an instructor or a student, this article will walk you through the steps to effectively use Copy Leaks for plagiarism prevention and academic integrity.

What is Copy Leaks?

Copy Leaks is an advanced plagiarism detection software that helps educators ensure the Originality of student work. This software scans documents and compares them to a vast database of sources, detecting any similarities or copied content. With the ability to identify identical sections, paraphrased text, and even detect AI-generated content, Copy Leaks is a vital tool in combating plagiarism.

Setting up Copy Leaks in your Course

Before You can start using Copy Leaks in your course, you need to set it up correctly. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Choosing a location in your course

Select a suitable location in your course where you want to incorporate Copy Leaks. This could be within an existing activity or using an external learning tool.

2. Accessing Copy Leaks course settings

Find the option for Copy Leaks course settings and click on it to Create a new link in your course. Once created, you can click on the link to access the settings.

3. Recommended settings for Copy Leaks

By default, the settings should be fine, but we recommend modifying two items: allowing students to access reports and enabling draft submissions. Allowing students to access reports enables them to see the similarity score and identify any potential issues in their work. Enabling draft submissions allows students to refine their papers and ultimately saves instructors time.

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Creating a Copy Leaks Assignment

To effectively use Copy Leaks, you need to create a specific assignment dedicated to plagiarism detection. Follow these steps to create a Copy Leaks assignment:

1. Selecting the existing activities option

In your course, locate the option to select existing activities and choose the Copy Leaks assignment option.

2. Creating the assignment title and setting the maximum score

Give your assignment a clear and concise title that reflects the topic. Set the maximum score for the assignment, which can be adjusted Based on your grading criteria.

3. Adding the due date and time

Specify the due date and time for the assignment. Ensure that the time is accurately set to avoid any confusion for students.

4. Allowing submissions after the due date

Consider allowing submissions after the due date has passed to provide flexibility for students who may have valid reasons for submitting late. This option can be enabled in the assignment settings.

By following these steps, you can create a Copy Leaks assignment that promotes academic integrity and plagiarism prevention.

Continue reading to learn about using Copy Leaks as a student and viewing the plagiarism score report.