Frequently Asked Questions

About & Features

Overview
What is Magna Education?
Magna Education is an AI-powered AP learning and assessment platform that auto-grades MCQs and FRQs and delivers rubric-aligned, instant feedback.
Who benefits from Magna Education?
AP students, teachers, and school districts seeking improved AP outcomes, time savings on grading, and equitable, data-informed instruction.
Which AP subjects are supported?
AP Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Psychology, U.S. History, World History, U.S. Government & Politics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Statistics, and Computer Science Principles; AP English and AP Calculus are planned.
What differentiates Magna Education from generic study tools?
Rubric-aligned FRQ grading, educator-quality controls, course-aligned content, integrity checks, and efficacy evidence tied to AP outcomes.

Results & Research

Efficacy
What impact has Magna Education shown on AP scores?
In a 2025 cohort, students using Magna Education had 2.25× higher odds of scoring 4+ and 3.25× higher odds of scoring a 5 versus the prior year without Magna, controlling for baseline ability.
How does the cohort compare to the global average?
The 2025 cohort averaged 3.90 compared to a 3.34 global average, a 0.54-point lift over the school’s prior year.
Is the effect statistically significant?
Yes. Logistic regression controlling for prior performance found Magna Education’s effect on achieving 4+ and 5 to be significant (p < 0.05).
Are Magna assessments predictive of AP outcomes?
Student performance on Magna Education MCQs and FRQs aligns with final AP scores, helping identify risk and target support.

For Teachers

Instruction
How does Magna Education reduce teacher workload?
Automated grading for MCQs and FRQs with instant, rubric-aligned feedback reduces manual scoring and frees time for instruction.
What analytics are available?
Dashboards surface class and student-level insights on misconceptions, skills, and progress, enabling targeted reteaching.
Does the platform support AP alignment?
Content and scoring align with AP rubrics and standards to mirror exam expectations.
Can Magna Education help prevent burnout?
Streamlined grading and actionable analytics reduce administrative load and help prioritize high-impact interactions.

For Students

Practice
Can individual students use Magna Education?
Yes. Students can sign up for access to practice, instant feedback, and performance insights.
How much practice content is available?
Thousands of AP-style questions per course, including MCQs and FRQs with rubric-aligned guidance.
How is feedback personalized?
Feedback adapts to student performance to close gaps quickly and reinforce strengths.
Can Magna Education help reach higher score bands?
Data from a school cohort indicates increased odds of achieving 4+ and 5 when students use Magna Education.

For Schools & Districts

Pilots
How can a school or district start a pilot?
Apply for a limited-availability pilot via the website or by contacting Magna Education.
What does the pilot include?
Full-feature access: AI grading for MCQs/FRQs, instant feedback, integrity checks, analytics dashboards, and question banks across supported AP subjects.
How does Magna Education support equity and accessibility?
The platform aligns with UDL principles and provides accessible, personalized feedback to support diverse learners.
What outcomes should districts expect?
Evidence from a cohort study shows higher odds of students earning 4+ and 5, alongside teacher time savings from automated grading.

Platform & Integrity Features

Trust
Does Magna Education include an academic integrity checker?
Yes. The platform flags AI-generated or similar submissions to support academic honesty.
How fast is feedback delivered?
Feedback is generated instantly for both MCQs and FRQs, aligned to AP rubrics.
Are teacher quality controls part of the system?
Rubrics and feedback models incorporate educator review and alignment to AP-style expectations for consistency and reliability.
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