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Parent Start Guide: What is Magma Math and How Is It Used?

This guide will help you understand how Magma Math works and how you can support your child’s math learning journey.

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Getting Started: How Your Child Logs In 🚀

Your child’s teacher will share how to log in. They’ll use one of these Single Sign-On (SSO) options:

  • Clever

  • ClassLink

  • Microsoft

  • Google

  • Schoology

Personalizing the Learning Experience 🌟

Magma Math lets your child adjust settings for a more comfortable, engaging experience:

  • Language Preferences: Choose a preferred language.

  • Text Size: Make text larger or smaller for easier reading.

  • Text-to-Speech: Enable this so problems can be read aloud.

  • Submission Method: Type answers or use a touchscreen.

Understanding Assignments and Quizzes 📝

When your child logs in, they’ll see assignments and quizzes designed to build math skills. On the interactive canvas, they can:

  • Solve problems and show their work using virtual tools (pencil, eraser, shapes).

  • Use manipulatives to visualize concepts.

Tracking Progress and Understanding Results 🔥

Magma Math’s Heatmap shows how your child is doing:

  • Green: Your child got the problem right on the first try.

  • Yellow: They got it right after a couple of attempts.

  • Red: The answer was incorrect.

This feedback helps identify areas where your child might need extra support and shows how they are progressing over time.

🏫 How You Can Support Your Child's Success

  1. Encourage Regular Practice: Help them stay consistent.

  2. Be Available for Questions: Ask them about their work or remind them to reach out to their teacher.

  3. Celebrate Achievements: Magma Math rewards progress with stars and feedback—cheer them on!

With Magma Math, your child is set up for success in a fun, interactive way, and your encouragement makes all the difference.

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