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Artificial Intelligence: Grammarly

Getting Started

How To Install Grammarly

  1. Use the installation link that Grammarly sends to your Laker email address. Follow the directions to create an account with your Laker credentials and install Grammarly in Windows and your browser. Once your account is created, you can also install Grammarly on personal devices.
  2. If you can't find the Grammarly email, go to grammarly.com, click Login and then Create an Account with your Laker email address.
  3. Follow the steps. You may have to click Join my School, Continue, or Activate Grammarly after downloading.
  4. Do you have the green Grammarly app on your desktop? Then, you already have Grammarly installed. Visit Getting Started with Grammarly to learn more. Grammarly's website has even more Tips and Tricks.

More Resources for Faculty

Why Grammarly?

Grammarly is a third-party, automated grammar, proofreading, and writing revision tool for academic writing. Grammarly is a learning tool that works one-on-one with a student to develop writing skills, reinforce proper revision habits, and prevent plagiarism. It will not fix your writing for you; it is up to you to incorporate Grammarly's feedback and decide what suggestions are most appropriate.

Note: If you already have a free account, you would need to log out and log in again with your Laker email address at grammarly.com/enterprise/signin.

 

The Fall 2024 Academic Services AI Task Force recommended to Cabinet the purchase of Grammarly EDU, a trusted AI tool for enhancing communication and productivity, relied on by more than 40 million people. It equitable access to "writing assistance, supporting students in developing essential writing and critical thinking skills that are vital for students' future success." 

100% of students using Grammarly report that it helped them secure an internship or first job. 87% of students say they save over one hour a week with Grammarly Pro. 94% of students say Grammarly Pro helped improve their grades. 97% of academic professionals say Grammarly increases their confidence in their written material.

Grammarly logo with a Green G

 

Need Help?

Contact Library Director Sarah Hill at 217-234-5440 or shill@lakelandcollege.edu. Students can also make an appointment with Sarah from Navigate. You can also reach out to Jessica Wohlschaeger, Crystal Schoonover, Wyatt Strader, David Stewart or Michael Doty.

Is Grammarly working?

Use this link to check the status of Grammarly.

Grammarly Timeline

2025

Jan. - Grammarly invites sent to all staff

Feb. - Workshops for staff - JLRC 101 Computer Lab

Monday, Feb 10 (9a - 9:15a)

Tuesday, Feb 11 (10a - 10:15a, Noon - 12:15p, 3p-3:15p)

Thursday, Feb. 13 (9:30a - 9:45a, 11a - 11:15a)

Friday, Feb. 14 - Zoom Only (9:30a - 9:45a, 1p - 1:15p)

March - Student pilot (contact Sarah Hill if you'd like your class to be part of the pilot)

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Lake Land College Library
5001 Lake Land Blvd
Mattoon IL 61938
217-234-5440
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