SDM DocumentationCommon Features
Export Formats
Choose between ASM and OneRoster export formats
Export Formats
SDM supports two export formats for your data.
Apple School Manager (ASM) Format
The default format optimized for Apple School Manager.
Files Generated
| File | Contents |
|---|---|
locations.csv | Organizations |
students.csv | Student users |
staff.csv | Teachers, administrators, aides |
courses.csv | Course definitions |
classes.csv | Class instances with instructors |
rosters.csv | Student enrollments |
OneRoster Format
Standard OneRoster v1.2 CSV format for broader compatibility.
Files Generated
| File | Contents |
|---|---|
orgs.csv | Organizations |
users.csv | All users with roles |
courses.csv | Courses |
classes.csv | Classes linked to courses |
enrollments.csv | All enrollments |
Choosing a Format
| Use Case | Recommended Format |
|---|---|
| Publishing to Apple School Manager | ASM |
| Exporting for backup | OneRoster |
| Sharing with other SIS systems | OneRoster |
When publishing to Apple School Manager, you must use the ASM format.