This page serves as the central hub for all information related to Copyleaks in both D2L and Canvas.
After viewing the information below and a Copyleaks training, feel free to check out our Frequently Asked Questions & Troubleshooting page.
How to Set Up an assignment to use Copyleaks Plagiarism Detection in D2L
How to Set Up an assignment to use Copyleaks Plagiarism Detection in Canvas
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General Questions
What is Copyleaks, and why is it used?
Copyleaks is a plagiarism and AI detection tool that helps ensure academic integrity by analyzing assignments for originality. It scans submitted work against internal databases, internet resources, and AI-generated content.
What types of content can Copyleaks scan?
Copyleaks can scan text documents, handwritten files (if submitted digitally), and other standard file formats. For Canvas, handwritten submissions must first be converted into an acceptable digital format.
Does Copyleaks store submitted assignments?
Yes, assignments are securely stored in the Copyleaks database. This allows future submissions to be compared against previously submitted work to detect self-plagiarism.
Supported File Types
Textual Files:
- HTML, HTM, TXT, CSV, RTF, XML, MD
Non-Textual Files:
- PDF, DOCX, DOC, PPTX, PPT, ODT, CHM, EPUB, ODP, PPSX, PAGES, XLSX, XLS, LaTeX
Source Code Files:
- TS, PY, GO, CS, C, H, IDC, CPP, HPP, C++, H++, CC, HH, JAVA, JS, SWIFT, RB, PL, PHP, SH, M, SCALA, CSS
Textual File Types (Online Submission):
All supported file types can be submitted online or via URL.
Image File Types (OCR):
- PDF, DOCX, GIF, PNG, BMP, JPG, JPEG
Note: Files must contain textual content and can only be uploaded.
For Faculty
How do I integrate Copyleaks into my course?
- MyCourses (D2L): Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the MyCourses Instructor Guide.
- Canvas: Refer to the Canvas Instructor Guide.
How do I access analytics in Copyleaks?
- MyCourses (D2L): Learn how to view detailed reports and dashboards in the D2L Analytics Dashboard Guide.
- Canvas: Access Canvas analytics through the Canvas Analytics Guide.
What do the colored highlights on Canvas assignments mean?
The colors represent the originality score:
- Blue: No matching text
- Green: 1-24%
- Yellow: 25-49%
- Orange: 50-74%
- Red: 75-100%
View a detailed explanation of color codes.
Support and Resources
For additional help, contact Academic Technology Support or Schedule a 1:1 with someone on our team.
Have Questions? Contact the Academic Technology Support Team
ATST@spcollege.edu
Phone at 727-341-3500
(Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST).
After-hours or weekend assistance? Contact the Technical Support Center at 727-791-2795 or onlinehelp@spcollege.edu
Want to Schedule a One-on-One or Group Session on Canvas or other instructional technology issues or opportunities?
Schedule 1:1 Support Help with a Member of the MyCourses4Faculty Team
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