Turnitin Can Detect ChatGPT and AI Generated Content

 

Turnitin Can Detect ChatGPT and AI Generated Content

 Dr. Muhammad Uziar Ul Hassan     Sahib Khan Ph.D. Edu Scholar 

Introduction:

 A recent addition to the widely used plagiarism detection tool Turnitin allows users to identify artificial intelligence-generated text. The software can now recognize the increasingly prevalent use of artificial intelligence tools in content generation thanks to this new functionality. However, among educators, students, and researchers, discussions and worries have been raised about the use of AI in plagiarism detection

The purpose of Turnitin's AI writing detection feature is to assist instructors in spotting content that might have been created by generative AI technology. Our AI writing detection model might not always be reliable (it might mistake text produced by both humans and AIs for human-generated material), therefore it shouldn't be the only justification for disciplining a pupil. To ascertain whether there has been any academic misconduct, more investigation and human discretion must be used in conjunction with the implementation of an organization's own academic policies.  

Pros and Cons of using IA, ChatGPT of OpenAI, Jarvis AI, Article Forge, and Quillbot

Pros:

1. Increased accuracy: By recognizing information produced by AI technologies that human reviewers would overlook, the incorporation of AI can increase the accuracy of plagiarism detection.

2.  Saving time: AI technology may identify plagiarism faster than manual techniques, freeing up time for instructors to concentrate on other activities.

3. Fairness: The AI option guarantees that users of AI-generated content are identified and held accountable, upholding academic integrity and fairness.

4. Scalability: The AI option in Turnitin can assist scale up plagiarism detection efforts and keep up with the evolving landscape of academic writing as AI is used more and more in content development.

5. Consistency: AI technology can guarantee consistency in plagiarism detection, removing the possibility of human subjectivity or prejudice in the review process.

6. Educational value: Using Turnitin's AI feature can curb academic dishonesty and assist students understand the significance of original writing and correct citation techniques.

Cons:

1. False positives: Artificial intelligence (AI) systems occasionally yield false positives, identifying content as plagiarized even though it is only similar to previously published works.

2. Privacy issues: When using AI-generated content, there are issues with student work and data privacy.

3. Ethical considerations: Using AI to identify plagiarism raises ethical questions because it may have unforeseen repercussions, such as inhibiting originality and creativity in academic writing.

4.  Limited ability to detect plagiarism: While the AI option can identify content produced by machines, it might not be able to identify plagiarism from paraphrasing or buying articles from websites.

5. Inaccuracy: Because the technology is still evolving and may not be able to keep up with the most recent developments in AI writing tools, the AI option may not always be accurate in detecting content that was created by computers.

6.  Cost: The integration of AI technology may incur extra expenses for organizations that use Turnitin, which may prevent some from adopting it. 

How to prevent being found using content produced by AI:

There are numerous actions you may take to prevent being caught using AI-generated content:

1.  Create original material: Writing unique content that is not produced by any AI tool is the easiest approach to avoid getting discovered as using content that was artificial intelligence (AI) created.

2. Mention sources correctly: If you must use pre-existing material, be careful to mention your sources correctly and in accordance with the necessary citation style. In-text citations and a comprehensive reference list are part of this.

3. Use AI tools responsibly and ethically: If you're using AI technologies to create content, do so in a responsible and ethical manner. Avoid utilizing them to create anything that is meant to mislead or deceive, and make sure that any work produced is unique and properly attributed.

4. Edit and revise: Even if you utilize AI technologies to create material, make sure to carefully edit and revise it to verify that it adheres to your specifications and is free of mistakes and plagiarism.

5.  Try not to employ publicly accessible AI models: Publicly accessible AI models may have been used by others and may be flagged by plagiarism detection software. This is especially important if you are utilizing an AI model to generate material. Consider utilizing a private or custom model as an alternative.

Summary 

    Writing unique content and correctly citing any sources you utilize are the greatest ways to prevent employing AI-generated content from being discovered. If you do utilize AI technologies, do so in an ethical and responsible manner and thoroughly review and update the content to ensure it is free of plagiarism. In conclusion, there are advantages and disadvantages of incorporating AI into the Turnitin plagiarism detection software. Academic integrity should be supported while using AI technology responsibly, and educators and students should be informed of any potential restrictions and ethical dilemmas.

It is crucial to adhere to recommended practices in academic writing and citation, such as utilizing appropriate citation styles and avoiding copying or paraphrasing without correct attribution, in order to avoid getting caught using AI-generated work. Furthermore, it's critical to use AI writing tools ethically and responsibly to ensure that all content produced is original and properly cited.

Overall, incorporating AI into Turnitin's plagiarism detection program can increase its efficacy and accuracy while bringing up significant ethical and privacy issues. When using AI writing tools responsibly, educators and students should carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages of doing so and take precautions to maintain academic integrity.

In conclusion, there are advantages and disadvantages to the addition of an AI option to Turnitin's plagiarism detection program. On the one hand, AI technology can help detect AI-generated content more accurately and effectively, encourage fairness and academic integrity, and act as a deterrent to academic dishonesty. The possibility of false positives, privacy invasions, and ethical ramifications raise doubts, on the other hand. Use AI writing tools ethically and responsibly, make sure that any work generated is original, and make sure that any content generated is correctly cited in order to prevent being suspected of using AI-generated content. Ultimately, to support academic integrity and sustain ethical norms in academic writing, the use of AI in plagiarism detection should be carefully reviewed and balanced with other methodologies.


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                Sahib Khan (Ph.D. Education) Scholar, 

                University of Sargodha, Sargodha

                Senior Special Education Teacher,

                Department of Special Education,

                Government of Punjab,

                Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan, 40100 

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                Dr. Muhammad Uzair-ul-Hassan

                Associate Professor / Chairperson

                Department of Education, University of Sargodha, Sargodha

                uzair.hassan@uos.edu.pk



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