Generating AI Literacy MCQs: A Multi-Agent LLM Approach
On the map: LLM agents and tool use → Educational agents and math problem solving
Abstract (arXiv)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming society, making it crucial to prepare the next generation through AI literacy in K-12 education. However, scalable and reliable AI literacy materials and assessment resources are lacking. To address this gap, our study presents a novel approach to generating multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for AI literacy assessments. Our method utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automatically generate scalable, high-quality assessment questions. These questions align with user-provided learning objectives, grade levels, and Bloom's Taxonomy levels. We introduce an iterative workflow incorporating LLM-powered critique agents to ensure the generated questions meet pedagogical standards. In the preliminary evaluation, experts expressed strong interest in using the LLM-generated MCQs, indicating that this system could enrich existing AI literacy materials and provide a valuable addition to the toolkit of K-12 educators.
Key facts. Cited by 6 papers in the map (data through 7 Oct 2026). Placed in Educational agents and math problem solving, one of 16 directions in LLM agents and tool use. Builds on 5 of its 10 references that are in the map. First posted on arXiv 1 Dec 2024.
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- 2023Assessing the Quality of Multiple-Choice Questions Using GPT-4 and Rule-Based Methodscited by 23
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- 2025EduAgentQG: Multi-Agent Personalized Mathematics Question Generation with Explicit Diversity and Objective-Aware Evaluation8 Nov 2025
- 2025Prompting Strategies for Language Model-Based Item Generation in K-12 Education: Bridging the Gap Between Small and Large Language Models27 Aug 2025
- 2025Enabling Multi-Agent Systems as Learning Designers: Applying Learning Sciences to AI Instructional Design20 Aug 2025
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