Why Use the Magma Math iPad App?
Using the iPad app helps:
improve performance and responsiveness
reduce login issues
minimize loading delays
create a smoother student experience
support classroom features more reliably
The app is especially important during:
quizzes
Live Activities
assignments using pacing or Safe Mode
classroom instruction on shared devices
Deploy the Magma Math App with MDM
Districts using an MDM solution (such as Jamf, Mosyle, or Kandji) can deploy the Magma Math app directly to student devices.
Step 1: Find the App
Search for Magma Math in:
the App Store
Apple School Manager
Step 2: Add the App to Your MDM
In your MDM platform:
Open app deployment settings.
Add the Magma Math iPad app.
Assign it to the appropriate student devices or groups.
Step 3: Enable Automatic Updates
We strongly recommend enabling automatic app updates.
This ensures students always have:
the latest features
performance improvements
bug fixes
compatibility updates
Step 4: Verify Installation
After deployment:
confirm the app appears on student iPads
verify students can successfully log in
ensure assignments and features load correctly
How to Check if Students Are Using the App
Teachers can quickly verify whether students are using the Magma Math app or a browser.
Correct ✅ Using the App
When students are using the iPad app:
no browser address bar or URL appears at the top of the screen
Incorrect ❌ Using a Browser
If students are using Safari or another browser:
the browser URL/address bar will be visible at the top of the screen
