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Overview
Data Standard v3.2 (the current version is 3.2a) .0 introduces changes to the core data model around the domains commonly captured in student information systems and assessment systems. It is the successor to Ed-Fi Data Standard v3.1. This documentation describes important properties and features of this release, and links to additional detail on specific data model changes.
For more on data standard versioning and where to find source materials, please consult: Ed-Fi Data Standard Versioning and Releases
Release Features
Non-breaking
forAPI Binding
The changes in this release are intended to be non-breaking to most API clients. "Non-breaking" in this context generally means that data model changes are additive and optional, data types are generalized, or field lengths are expanded. However, any change to a data model is potentially breaking given the specific API client behavior, so all API users are cautioned to review the changes carefully.
Introduction of Deprecation
In order to limit the impacts to field work derived from the API, including to help make the API binding changes non-breaking, the release introduces deprecation of data model elements. Deprecation as a formal concept is new to Ed-Fi specifications. Deprecation communicates that a data element or other API behavior is intended for removal in a future release, and likely in typically the next major release. Deprecation is therefore a recommendation to avoid use of certain data fields or features. Deprecation notices may be accompanied by information listing alternative or preferred options.
Changes to Core Student Domains
This release contains many changes to data domains commonly represented in Student Information Systemsstudent information systems. These changes are described in detail in ED-FI RFC 20 24 - CORE STUDENT API
Changes to Assessment Domains
This release contains many changes to data domains commonly represented in Student Information Systemsassessment systems. These changes are described in detail in ED-FI RFC 22 - ASSESSMENT OUTCOMES API
All Changes
The chart below lists all changes included in Data Standard v3.2a.Introduction of Survey Domain
A new domain model for handling survey data is included in this release. These changes are described in detail in ED-FI RFC 25 - SURVEY API
Early Access "Person" Entity
Early access versions of 3.2.0 contained a "Person" entity intended to allow for data modeling use cases where references can be any one of a diverse set of "Person Roles" (e.g. an individual is both a Staff and a parent). Note that the Person entity is not part of the final 3.2.0 release, as it remains experimental and appropriate only for projects exploring proper usage via field work.
For use of Person, please see this technical document: Guidance on Use of Ed-Fi Person Entity
All Changes
View all Data Standard 3.2(a) .0 changes on the Ed-Fi Tracker.
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