Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about EdAmplified
General Questions
What is EdAmplified?
EdAmplified is an open source AI-powered intelligence platform designed specifically for educators. It provides specialized AI agents, automated workflows, and student analytics to help teachers save time and amplify their teaching impact. Features include AI-powered grading, automated lesson planning, student performance analytics, and workflow automation for administrative tasks.
Who is EdAmplified for?
EdAmplified is designed primarily for higher education faculty, including college and university professors, lecturers, and teaching assistants. We also support K-12 teachers, instructional designers, and educational administrators. Whether you teach undergraduate courses, graduate seminars, or high school classes, EdAmplified provides AI tools to enhance your teaching effectiveness across all subject areas.
Is EdAmplified free for teachers?
Yes! EdAmplified is free for individual educators and non-profit educational institutions under our Fair Use License. We believe in making advanced AI tools accessible to all teachers to amplify educational outcomes. Commercial licensing is available for for-profit organizations to support ongoing development.
Why is EdAmplified open source?
We believe education deserves transparency. As an open source project, educators and institutions can understand, customize, and control the AI tools they use. All source code is available on GitHub, ensuring complete transparency in how the AI models work and make decisions. This builds trust and allows the educational community to contribute to and improve the platform.
Features & Capabilities
What AI agents are available in EdAmplified?
EdAmplified includes 8 specialized AI agents: (1) Grading Assistant for automated assessment and personalized feedback, (2) Lesson Planner for curriculum design and weekly plans, (3) Feedback Generator for constructive student feedback, (4) Quiz Creator for standards-aligned assessments, (5) Research Assistant for educational content, (6) IEP Helper for special education support, (7) Differentiation Engine for adapting content to different learning levels, and (8) Parent Communication for progress reports and updates.
How does AI grading work in EdAmplified?
EdAmplified's AI grading assistant analyzes student submissions using advanced AI models trained on educational content. It provides scores based on your rubrics, generates personalized feedback, and identifies specific areas for improvement. Teachers maintain full control with a review workflow to approve, modify, or override AI-generated grades. The system includes confidence scores to ensure transparency and fairness in all assessments.
Can EdAmplified create differentiated assessments?
Yes! The Differentiation Engine automatically generates 3-4 versions of assessments adapted to different reading levels and learning needs. You can create quizzes, assignments, and tests that are appropriately challenging for students at different proficiency levels, ensuring all students can demonstrate their knowledge while being appropriately challenged.
What subjects and grade levels does EdAmplified support?
EdAmplified supports all subject areas and disciplines across higher education and K-12. From undergraduate courses in STEM, humanities, and social sciences to graduate seminars and high school classes, the AI models are trained on diverse educational content to provide relevant assistance. Whether you're teaching introductory courses or advanced research methods, EdAmplified adapts to your needs.
How does the student analytics feature work?
EdAmplified tracks student performance across assignments and assessments, identifying trends, learning gaps, and at-risk students. The analytics dashboard provides visual insights including grade distribution, performance trends over time, standards mastery tracking, and AI-recommended interventions. Teachers can view class-level analytics or drill down into individual student profiles.
Time Savings & Efficiency
How much time can EdAmplified save me?
Teachers using EdAmplified report saving 8-12 hours per week on administrative tasks. The AI grading assistant can grade a class set of essays in under 10 minutes while maintaining consistency and providing personalized feedback. Workflow automation reduces time spent on lesson planning, progress reports, and administrative documentation by up to 70%, allowing you to focus on direct student interaction and instructional design.
What workflows can be automated?
EdAmplified automates numerous teaching workflows including: essay grading with feedback, weekly lesson plan generation, differentiated assessment creation, progress report generation, parent communication emails, IEP documentation, formative assessment checks, reading level analysis, discussion preparation, and behavior intervention planning. You can also create custom workflows tailored to your specific needs.
How quickly can I start using EdAmplified?
Getting started with EdAmplified is quick and easy. After signing up, you can start using AI agents immediately - no complex setup required. Most teachers are up and running within 15 minutes. Our quick start guide walks you through creating your first automated workflow, grading your first assignment, and setting up your classes.
AI Quality & Control
How accurate is the AI grading?
EdAmplified's AI grading demonstrates high accuracy when compared to experienced teachers, typically within 2-3 points on a 100-point scale. However, we believe teachers should always have the final say. Every AI-generated grade includes a confidence score, and all grades go through a review workflow where you can approve, modify, or override suggestions. The AI is designed to assist, not replace, teacher judgment.
Can I customize how the AI works?
Yes! EdAmplified allows you to customize AI behavior including response tone, creativity level, grading strictness, and whether to show confidence scores. You can also configure whether AI actions require your review before implementation. Custom rubrics, grading criteria, and feedback templates can be created to match your teaching style and standards.
How does EdAmplified ensure fairness in AI grading?
Our AI models are trained on diverse datasets to minimize bias and ensure equitable outcomes for all students. All AI-generated grades include confidence indicators, and teachers review all assessments before they're finalized. The system is transparent about how grades are determined, and you can override any AI decision. We regularly audit our models for fairness and continuously improve based on educator feedback.
Do I maintain control over my teaching?
Absolutely! EdAmplified is designed to enhance your teaching, not replace it. You remain in complete control of all educational decisions. The AI provides suggestions, automates routine tasks, and offers insights - but you make the final decisions on grades, feedback, lesson plans, and student interactions. Think of it as an intelligent assistant that handles time-consuming tasks so you can focus on what matters most: teaching and connecting with students.
Privacy & Security
Is student data secure?
Yes! EdAmplified takes student data protection seriously. We are FERPA compliant and implement SOC 2 Type II security standards. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We never sell student data or use it for advertising. Student information is only accessible to authorized teachers and administrators in your institution. You can export or delete your data at any time.
How is student data used by the AI?
Student data is used only to provide personalized educational insights and recommendations within EdAmplified. The AI analyzes performance data to identify learning gaps, suggest interventions, and generate feedback. We do not use student data to train external AI models or share it with third parties. All data processing happens within secure, FERPA-compliant infrastructure.
Can I use EdAmplified offline?
EdAmplified is a web-based platform that requires an internet connection to access AI features. However, you can download generated lesson plans, assessments, and reports for offline use. We're exploring offline capabilities for future versions to support teachers in low-connectivity environments.
Integration & Technical
Does EdAmplified integrate with my Learning Management System (LMS)?
Yes! EdAmplified integrates with popular LMS platforms including Google Classroom, Canvas, Blackboard, and Schoology. These integrations allow you to import rosters, sync assignments, and push grades directly to your LMS. We also integrate with Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Google Calendar to streamline your workflow.
What technical requirements are needed?
EdAmplified works on any device with a modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge). You need an internet connection to use the platform. No special software installation is required. The platform is fully responsive and works on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
Can my school or district self-host EdAmplified?
Yes! Because EdAmplified is open source, educational institutions can self-host the platform on their own infrastructure. This is ideal for districts that require complete data control or have specific security requirements. We provide documentation and support for self-hosting, and commercial support packages are available for institutions that need assistance.
Getting Started
How do I get started with EdAmplified?
Getting started is easy! Visit our website and schedule a call to learn more about the platform. We're currently in early access and looking for passionate educators to join our community. You'll get access to all features, comprehensive documentation, and support from our team. We also provide onboarding guidance to help you get the most value from the platform.
Is training provided?
Yes! EdAmplified includes comprehensive documentation, video tutorials, and best practice guides. We also offer live training sessions for schools and districts adopting the platform. Our community forum connects you with other educators who can share tips and workflows. For individual teachers, our quick start guide gets you up and running in minutes.
Can I contribute to EdAmplified's development?
Absolutely! As an open source project, we welcome contributions from the educational community. You can contribute code on GitHub, report bugs, suggest features, or share feedback on existing features. We also welcome contributions in the form of educational content, workflow templates, and best practices. Visit our GitHub repository to learn more about contributing.
Still Have Questions?
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