For best results in managing classes, use class names that are unique and easy to identify. Our recommendations are provided here.
Note: – For many reasons (moves, marriage, divorce), the inclusion of the teacher name or teacher ID as part of the class name can be problematic and is not recommended. – We highly recommend the inclusion of the SchoolID (or local building ID) as part of the class name to ensure that situations such as, class moves between schools, are accounted for and do not cause data errors. |
➔ If using API (Clever, ClassLink, or SIS Vendors) or OneRoster CSV:
title + “ – ” + sourcedId
By using the class title field, it makes all drop-down fields easy to understand. Adding the sourcedId of the class ensures that the class name is unique across all classes.
Tip: The CLASSNAME field must be no longer than 75 characters, so abbreviations may be necessary.
➔ If using Simple File Format (SFF):
School Year + Course ID + Course Name + SchoolID + Section Number + Semester Number
For example, if you have two ninth-grade algebra classes, one taught by Sarah Masterson and the other taught by Lupina Baez, you may simply name them “2016-123-Algebra 1 001 Sec1 S1” and “2016-123-Algebra 1 001 Sec2 S1”. This method requires less long-term maintenance because you will not have to enter new classes when teachers change roles or leave the school system.
Additional options include any of the following:
School Year + SchoolID + Class ID + Class Name + Section Number + Semester Number
School Year + SchoolID + Course ID + Course Name + Class Number + Semester Number
School Year + SchoolID + Course ID + Course Name + Class Name + Semester Number
Tip: The CLASSNAME field must be no longer than 75 characters, so abbreviations may be necessary.