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How do I use Turnitin Draft Coach?

Turnitin Draft Coach helps you improve your writing by checking for similarity, citations, and grammar. 

Getting Started

  1. Log in to your Student Portal.
  2. Select Microsoft 365.
  3. Click Apps on the left side.
  4. Select Word.
  5. Choose Create New Blank Document.
  6. Create content or paste your work from another program.
  7. Select Turnitin from the toolbar.
  8. Click Draft Coach.
  9. Follow the prompts to use the available tools:
    • Similarity Check: Identify matching text.
    • Citations Check: Ensure proper citations.
    • Grammar Guide: Improve grammar and clarity.

    Troubleshooting

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    Additional Resources

    Ways to Contact Support for More Assistance

    By Chat

    Live chat support is available
    Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. ET.

    The UMGC Help Bot is available for FAQs 24/7.

    By Phone

    Call 855-655-8682 for student services (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. ET).

    Call 888-360-8682 for technical support (24/7).

    By Email

    Email the support team or submit documents using the UMGC Help Center.