Can you check an assignment not turned in via Canvas on turnitin ?

Elizabeth,

Maybe.  Let me give you steps that work at my school to do what you are asking about.  You should be able to start with Step 2 below.

There are three unique steps involved to create a submission to Turnitin outside of Canvas.

Step 1 – If you have never created a Turnitin Assignment in Canvas you will need to do this first. Use a development course to create this assignment. Turnitin uses this as a means to recognize who you are to complete Step 2 and not ask for a payment.

Step 2 - Setting up an account with Turnitin.

1. Go to https://www.turnitin.com
2. Click the Log in link in the upper right corner
3. Click the Forgot Password link
4. On the next page make sure to enter your school email address and last name. You will be emailed a link to set a new password. This password will only be for Turnitin and is independent of any other passwords (including Canvas).
5. Log in to Turnitin (https://www.turnitin.com) and use Quick Submit to check papers outside of Canvas.

Step 3 – Quick Submit These instructions explain how to submit one paper and receive a similarity report.

Hopefully this will work for you.  

Rick