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BA Business Foundation

Student’s Name: Mary Peyadris – Reginold Selton

Module Code and Title: CTF002
Communication and Technology for Academic Purposes.
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Communication And Technology for Academic

Purposes
Introduction
Communication technology is an important tool for academic purposes. It allows students to
access information quickly, collaborate with classmates and teachers, and develop their skills
in areas such as research and writing. It has become an invaluable tool for academic
purposes. In this report, we will discuss various communication technologies and their uses
for academic purposes, including word processing functions, avoiding plagiarism, functions
of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and using Turnitin.

Word Processing Functions

One of the most useful and common forms of communication technology for academic
purposes is word processing. "Word processing has changed from a single function,
standalone application to an integral part of a department's information processing needs"
(Gatlin & Others, 1995). Word processing is the process of creating and editing digital
documents. Word processing functions allow students to create documents such as essays,
research papers, and presentations quickly and easily. Word processing programs such as
Microsoft Word and Google Docs provide students with a range of features such as
spellcheck, grammar check, and auto-correct that allow them to write quickly and
accurately. These programs also provide students with the ability to format their documents
to ensure they are consistent and professional.

Create
Creating a document is a common task for academic purposes. With the help of
communication technology, it is easy to create a document with word processing software.
This document can include text, images, and other multimedia elements. In addition to word

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processing functions, communication technology can be used to create various documents,
including presentations, spreadsheets, and even multimedia projects. These documents can
be used for academic purposes, such as creating a project proposal or delivering a
presentation.

Edit
Editing is another important task for academic purposes. Communication technology also
allows students and educators to edit documents quickly and easily. This can be particularly
beneficial when it comes to essays and research papers, as it allows for quick revisions and
alterations to ensure the highest quality of work. Editing is the process of making changes to
existing documents. This includes making changes to the text, formatting, adding images,
and more. Editing can be done manually or with the help of tools such as word processors,
spreadsheet programs, and presentation software.

Printing
Printing technology has been an invaluable tool for academics and students alike. You can
print documents, images, and presentations created with communication technology. You
can use a variety of printers that are compatible with the technology you are using.

Saving
Saving is an important part of using technology for academic purposes. Saving allows users
to store documents, files, assignments, and other data for future use. You should always
save your documents, images, and presentations when you are done creating or editing
them. You can save them in a variety of formats, such as PDF, JPEG, and PowerPoint.

Deleting
Deleting is important in the word processing package. It is essential to be aware of the
consequences of deleting, as it can result in the permanent loss of data. You can delete
documents, images, and presentations that you no longer need. This can be done with the
delete button or by dragging them to the trash.

How to Avoid Plagiarism.

Plagiarism is a major issue in academic writing, and students must be aware of the types of
plagiarism and how to avoid them. I have read explanations about this in books (Kathleen
McMillan, 2013). Students should provide citations for any source material they use in their
work, and they should make sure to paraphrase any ideas or information they use from
other sources. Additionally, students should use plagiarism detection software such as
Turnitin to check their work for any potential plagiarism before submitting it.

Keep accurate records.

Keeping track of all sources and materials used within an academic paper can help to avoid
accidental plagiarism. This includes taking notes of all sources used, recording page
numbers, and saving copies of all references.

Use References

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Citing sources within a paragraph is a key way to avoid plagiarism. Properly formatted
references can be added to the end of the essay, or if the source is used within the text of
the paragraph, it should be cited directly.

Cite the Work

Once a source has been used, it should be cited directly within the paragraph. This includes
the author’s name and the date of publication. The citation should be formatted according
to the referencing style requested by the academic institution.

Use Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing is a useful way to avoid plagiarism. When paraphrasing, the original author’s
ideas should be restated in a new way, using different words. It is important to cite the
author’s work even when using paraphrasing.

Write Your Own

To avoid plagiarism, original content should be written in the essay. This includes ideas,
thoughts, and analysis as well as any facts and data. Any original content should also be
cited to give credit to the original author.

Communication
A VLE provides a platform for teachers to communicate with students and other teachers.
This can include sending messages, posting announcements, and sharing documents. A VLE
allows students and faculty to communicate directly with one another as well as within
groups.

Outlines the main function of a VLE.

Rich Content
A VLE provides a convenient way for faculty to share rich content such as videos, images, or
audio files with their students. This content can be used to supplement lectures and help
students better understand the course material. (Weller, 2007)

Learning on the Move

VLEs can be accessed from any device, which makes it easy for students to keep up with
their coursework in class. This allows students to participate in class discussions and stay on
top of their assignments, even if they are from the classroom.

Submitting Coursework
A VLE makes it easy for students to submit coursework, such as assignments and tests,
directly to their professor. This helps save time and ensures that the coursework is delivered
safely and securely.

Using Library
A VLE can also be used to access the college library. This makes it easy for students to find
and access the resources they need, such as books, journals, and other materials.

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Explain the reasons for using Turnitin.
Turnitin is a powerful tool that can be used for a variety of academic purposes. "Turnitin now
seemingly offers the possibility of a complete electronic submission of assignments, with
submission deadlines being enforced by the system itself as well as issuing digital receipts to
students submitting work" (Dahl, 2007). It is mostly used for submitting coursework,
checking similarity, finding sources of writing, detecting plagiarism, and a grading system.

Submitting Coursework
Students can submit their coursework to Turnitin, which then checks their work for
originality and similarity to other sources. This is a great way to ensure that the work is
original and of the highest quality.

Checking Similarity
“One of the similarity-checking tools available is Turnitin. Turnitin is considered the best
similarity-checking tool because it provides complete information of similarity content and
had a larger database” (Batane, 2010). Turnitin can be used to check the similarity of a
student’s work to other sources, including published works, websites, and other students’
work. This can help to identify potential plagiarism and help to ensure that the student has
done the work themselves.

Finding Sources of Writing

Turnitin can also be used to search for sources used in a student’s work. This is helpful for
students who need to cite their sources correctly and for instructors who want to ensure
that students are properly citing their sources.

Detecting Plagiarism
Turnitin can be used to detect potential plagiarism in students’ work. This is helpful for
instructors who want to ensure that the academic integrity of their students is maintained.
"Plagiarism detection tools are useful to the academic community to detect the plagiarism
of others and avoid such unlawful activity". (Naik, 2015)

Grading System
Turnitin can also be used as a grading system. Instructors can set up a grading rubric, which
is then applied to the student’s work. This can help to ensure that students are graded fairly
and accurately.
Finally, communication technologies are a powerful asset to academic institutions, providing
students and instructors with a range of tools and resources to facilitate learning. From word
processing to avoiding plagiarism and using VLEs and Turnitin, these technologies are
essential for academic success.

References
Batane, T., 2010. Turning to Turnitin to Fight Plagiarism among University Students. Educational
Technology & Society.

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Dahl, S., 2007. Turnitin®. Active Learning in Higher Education. p. 173–191.
Gatlin, R. & Others, A., 1995. Word Processing Competencies.. s.l.:s.n.
Kathleen McMillan, J. D. B. W., 2013. How to Cite, Reference & Avoid Plagiarism at University.
s.l.:Pearson.

Naik, R., Student, Maheshkumar, A., Landge, B. and Namrata Mahender, A. (2015). A Review on
Plagiarism Detection Tools. International Journal of Computer Applications, [online] 125(11), pp.975–
8887. Available at: https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?
repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=11fe048dc955307c2924850ff91e6f223238b3ff.
Weller, M., 2007. Virtual Learning Environments. s.l.:Taylor & Francis.

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