The Teacher-Created Problems tool allows you to build custom math problems, add images, and control how student answers are evaluated.
Create a New Problem
Open the My Books tab.
Click New Problem.
From there, you can begin building your custom problem.
Write Your Question
Type your question directly into the editor.
Magma automatically detects and formats math expressions as equations while you type. For advanced math notation, use the symbol palette on the right side of the editor. Select More to access additional symbols and formatting tools.
Add Images
You can add two types of images to your problem.
Problem Image
A Problem Image appears alongside the question prompt.
Use this for:
diagrams
graphs
visual references
word problem illustrations
Canvas Image
A Canvas Image appears inside the student answer area.
Students can draw, annotate, and interact directly on the image while solving the problem.
Set the Correct Answer
Enter the correct answer using:
your keyboard
the built-in math symbol tools
the numpad
Adjust Answer Validation Settings
You can control how student answers are evaluated using the following settings.
Require Format
Students must match the exact format of the correct answer.
Example:
1/2is different from0.5
Require Simplification
Students must submit answers in simplest form.
Example:
1/2is accepted2/4is not accepted
Preview Your Problem
Click Preview to see exactly how the problem will appear to students.
Previewing helps you:
check formatting
test math entry
review images and layout
verify answer settings
Create Different Question Types
Magma supports multiple question types, allowing you to build interactive problems that match your instructional goals. You can also tag problems to specific standards for easier organization and reporting.
Math Entry
Math Entry questions allow students to type and submit mathematical answers.
Students can:
type numbers and equations
use math symbols and expressions
submit fractions, decimals, variables, and more
Single Select
Single Select questions ask students to choose one correct answer from multiple options.
You can:
add up to 8 answer choices
include text or math expressions
mark the correct answer directly in the editor
Multi Select
Multi Select questions allow students to choose multiple correct answers.
Use this question type when:
more than one answer may be correct
students need to identify all valid options
you want to assess deeper understanding
You can add up to 8 answer choices using text, math, or both.
Ordered Questions
Ordered Questions ask students to arrange answers in the correct sequence.
The order you create will appear in numbered boxes, and students must rearrange the choices to match the correct order.
This is useful for:
sequencing steps
ordering values
organizing mathematical processes
Open Ended
Open Ended questions allow students to explain their thinking and show their work freely.
Students can:
write explanations
draw on the canvas
annotate images
demonstrate problem-solving strategies
This question type is ideal for:
reasoning tasks
mathematical discussions
showing conceptual understanding
Tagging Standards
You can tag problems to specific standards while creating or editing a question.
Standard tagging helps you:
organize custom content
align problems to curriculum goals
filter and track standards coverage more easily
