SkillsLogic and HFE utilise Sapling AI Plagiarism Detection API to help students and tutors

The rapid rise of generative AI tools has transformed how students approach written assessments—and not always for the better. Recent surveys reveal that almost one-third of high school and college students admit to using AI tools like ChatGPT to help with homework, while other reports suggest that as many as 89% of students have experimented with AI for assignments. For educators and training providers, this surge in AI-assisted writing has created new challenges around plagiarism, academic integrity, and the fairness of assessment processes.

To address these concerns, SkillsLogic, a leading provider of bespoke software and learning management system (LMS) solutions, has developed a powerful plagiarism and AI detection system for their client HFE, the UK’s leading health and fitness training provider. This innovative solution automatically checks learner submissions for both traditional plagiarism and AI-generated content, giving tutors greater confidence in the authenticity of student work.

How the Plagiarism and AI Detection System Works

When learners submit written assessments, training providers need confidence that the work is authentic. Traditional plagiarism detection tools have long been used to compare submissions against existing sources, but the rise of generative AI has added a new layer of complexity. Learners can now produce entire essays with AI tools in seconds, making it harder for tutors to distinguish between genuine effort and machine‑generated text. To meet this challenge, we developed a bespoke plagiarism and AI detection system for HFE, the UK’s leading health and fitness training provider. The system integrates seamlessly with HFE’s learning management system (LMS), automatically scanning each submission for both copied content and AI‑generated writing. This dual approach ensures that tutors can focus on the quality of learner responses rather than spending hours verifying authenticity.

The technology behind this solution is part of a growing ecosystem of AI detection tools. For example, platforms like Sapling.ai provide enterprise‑grade APIs for grammar checking, paraphrasing, and AI detection. By leveraging similar principles, SkillsLogic’s system is tailored specifically for the education and training sector, ensuring that the detection process aligns with academic standards and tutor marking workflows.

The result is a streamlined process: tutors receive clear reports highlighting potential plagiarism or AI‑generated sections, enabling them to make informed decisions quickly. This not only protects the integrity of assessments but also reassures learners that their hard work is being evaluated fairly.

Benefits for Tutors and Learners

The introduction of a plagiarism and AI detection system within HFE’s learning management system (LMS) delivers clear advantages for both tutors and learners.

For Tutors

• Efficiency in marking: Automated detection reports highlight potential plagiarism or AI‑generated text, allowing tutors to focus on evaluating the quality of ideas rather than spending hours verifying authenticity.
• Consistency and fairness: With objective detection tools in place, tutors can apply the same standards across all submissions, reducing the risk of bias or oversight.
• Confidence in assessment: Knowing that learner work has been screened for originality gives tutors greater assurance that the marks they award reflect genuine effort and understanding.

For Learners

• Fair recognition of effort: Students who invest time and energy into their assignments can be confident that their work is judged on merit, not overshadowed by peers who might misuse AI tools.
• Clearer expectations: The presence of plagiarism and AI detection encourages learners to develop authentic writing skills, reinforcing the importance of academic integrity.
• Trust in the system: When learners see that their training provider values fairness and transparency, it strengthens their trust in both the course and the awarding body.

By embedding these capabilities directly into the LMS, SkillsLogic has created a solution that not only supports tutors in their marking but also empowers learners to take ownership of their work. The result is a healthier learning environment where integrity, effort, and achievement are rewarded equally.

What's The Future

The rise of AI‑assisted writing and plagiarism has created new challenges for training providers, but it has also opened the door to smarter, more reliable solutions. By developing a bespoke plagiarism and AI detection system for HFE, SkillsLogic has demonstrated how technology can safeguard academic integrity while supporting tutors in their marking. Integrated directly into the learning management system (LMS), this solution ensures that every learner’s work is assessed fairly, every tutor has the tools to make confident decisions, and the reputation of the qualification remains protected.

For learners, the system reinforces the value of authentic effort and helps them build the skills they’ll need in their careers. For tutors, it reduces the burden of manual checking and provides clear, actionable insights. And for training providers like HFE, it strengthens trust in their programmes and sets a benchmark for quality in the health and fitness sector. If your organisation is looking to protect the integrity of its assessments, streamline tutor marking, and deliver a fairer learning experience, SkillsLogic can help. Their bespoke LMS solutions are designed to adapt to your needs and ensure your training remains credible in an AI‑driven world.