multitenetsaas/docs/modules/education/README.md

# Education Module Documentation

## Overview

The Education Module provides comprehensive school management for Malaysian educational institutions, including student management, class scheduling, enrollment processing, and compliance with Malaysian education standards.

## Features

### Core Features
- **Student Management**: Complete student profiles with academic records
- **Class Management**: Scheduling and teacher assignment
- **Enrollment Processing**: Student registration and fee management
- **Academic Records**: Grade tracking and report cards
- **Attendance Tracking**: Automated attendance monitoring
- **Financial Management**: Fee collection and scholarship management

### Malaysian Education Features
- **KSSR/KSSM Compliance**: Malaysian National Curriculum alignment
- **Malaysian Assessment System**: UPSR, PT3, SPM, STPM support
- **Malaysian IC Validation**: Integrated student identity verification
- **Local Grading System**: Malaysian grading scales and standards
- **Cultural Considerations**: Support for Malaysian educational values

## Architecture

### Models
- **Student**: Student demographics and academic information
- **Class**: Class scheduling and teacher assignment
- **Enrollment**: Student registration and fee processing
- **Attendance**: Student attendance tracking
- **Grade**: Academic performance and assessment records
- **Fee**: Fee structure and payment management

### Services
- **StudentService**: Student data management and privacy
- **ClassService**: Scheduling and resource optimization
- **EnrollmentService**: Registration and processing management
- **AttendanceService**: Attendance tracking and reporting
- **GradeService**: Academic performance management
- **FeeService**: Financial management and billing

### API Endpoints
- `/api/v1/education/students/` - Student management
- `/api/v1/education/classes/` - Class management
- `/api/v1/education/enrollment/` - Enrollment processing
- `/api/v1/education/attendance/` - Attendance tracking
- `/api/v1/education/grades/` - Academic records
- `/api/v1/education/fees/` - Fee management

## Configuration

### Module Settings
```json
{
  "education": {
    "enable_online_enrollment": true,
    "enable_attendance_tracking": true,
    "enable_grade_management": true,
    "enable_fee_management": true,
    "academic_settings": {
      "current_year": 2024,
      "current_semester": 1,
      "grading_scale": "malaysian",
      "attendance_threshold": 85
    },
    "system_settings": {
      "auto_grade_calculation": true,
      "attendance_notifications": true,
      "fee_reminders": true
    }
  }
}
```

### Malaysian Configuration
```json
{
  "malaysian_education": {
    "curriculum": "KSSM",
    "assessment_system": "SPM",
    "supported_languages": ["malay", "english", "mandarin", "tamil"],
    "religious_education": true,
    "operating_hours": {
      "timezone": "Asia/Kuala_Lumpur",
      "school_days": ["monday", "tuesday", "wednesday", "thursday", "friday"],
      "school_holidays": true
    }
  }
}
```

## Getting Started

### 1. Enable Module
```json
POST /api/v1/modules/education/enable/
{
  "tenant_id": "your_tenant_id",
  "configuration": {
    "enable_online_enrollment": true,
    "enable_attendance_tracking": true
  }
}
```

### 2. Set Up Classes
```json
POST /api/v1/education/classes/
{
  "name": "5 Bestari",
  "grade_level": "Standard 5",
  "academic_year": 2024,
  "capacity": 30,
  "teacher_id": "tch_123456"
}
```

### 3. Configure Academic Settings
```json
POST /api/v1/education/settings/academic/
{
  "academic_year": 2024,
  "terms": [
    {
      "name": "Term 1",
      "start_date": "2024-01-01",
      "end_date": "2024-03-31"
    },
    {
      "name": "Term 2",
      "start_date": "2024-04-01",
      "end_date": "2024-06-30"
    }
  ],
  "grading_system": "malaysian"
}
```

## Best Practices

### Student Management
1. **Data Accuracy**: Maintain accurate and current student information
2. **Privacy Protection**: Comply with Malaysian data protection laws
3. **Complete Records**: Keep comprehensive academic and personal records
4. **Regular Updates**: Update student information as needed

### Class Management
1. **Optimal Scheduling**: Balance class sizes and teacher workloads
2. **Resource Allocation**: Ensure adequate facilities and materials
3. **Teacher Assignment**: Match teachers to appropriate subjects
4. **Schedule Conflicts**: Prevent overlapping class schedules

### Academic Records
1. **Grade Accuracy**: Ensure accurate grade calculation and entry
2. **Assessment Standards**: Follow Malaysian assessment guidelines
3. **Report Generation**: Generate timely and accurate reports
4. **Record Security**: Protect academic record integrity

## Integration Capabilities

### Ministry of Education
- KPM integration for reporting
- Student registration systems
- Examination result processing
- School accreditation

### Parent Communication
- Parent portal integration
- SMS notification systems
- Email communication
- Mobile app support

### Financial Systems
- Malaysian banking integration
- Fee collection systems
- Scholarship management
- Financial reporting

## Malaysian Compliance

### KPM Requirements
- School registration compliance
- Teacher qualification verification
- Curriculum adherence
- Inspection preparedness

### Assessment Standards
- UPSR examination procedures
- PT3 assessment guidelines
- SPM examination standards
- STPM requirements

### Student Protection
- Child safety protocols
- Anti-bullying policies
- Emergency procedures
- Health and safety standards

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Enrollment Problems**: Check registration workflows
2. **Attendance Errors**: Verify system configurations
3. **Grade Calculation**: Review grading algorithms
4. **Fee Processing**: Check payment gateway settings

### Support Resources
- Education IT support team
- Academic administration guidance
- Technical documentation
- Training materials

## Updates and Maintenance

### Regular Updates
- Monthly security patches
- Quarterly academic updates
- Annual compliance updates
- Malaysian curriculum changes

### Backup and Recovery
- Automated daily backups
- Academic data protection
- Disaster recovery planning
- Data integrity verification

## Performance Optimization

### Database Optimization
- Student data indexing
- Academic record optimization
- Attendance data processing
- Fee transaction management

### System Performance
- Enrollment processing speed
- Grade calculation efficiency
- Attendance tracking performance
- Report generation optimization

## Security Considerations

### Data Protection
- Student data privacy
- Academic record security
- Access control measures
- Audit logging

### Education Security
- Student information protection
- Financial data security
- System access monitoring
- Security incident response

## Migration and Data Import

### Student Data Migration
- Legacy system data extraction
- Academic record conversion
- Privacy compliance verification
- Data validation procedures

### Academic History Migration
- Grade history conversion
- Attendance record transfer
- Assessment data migration
- Quality assurance testing

## Malaysian Education Specific Features

### Local Education Integration
- Malaysian school calendar
- Public holiday scheduling
- Examination timetables
- Co-curricular activities

### Cultural Adaptations
- Multi-language support
- Religious education integration
- Cultural sensitivity
- Local customs and values

### Special Education
- Special needs support
- Inclusive education programs
- Individualized Education Plans
- Learning disability support