| dc.description.abstract | Education is the cornerstone of societal
development, fostering open-minded and innovative
generations. Despite its significance, the majority of Sri
Lankan schools still rely on outdated, paper-based
management systems, with only a few integrating
automated solutions that often have functional issues. This
study addressed the limitations of these systems by
developing an advanced web-based school management
system specifically tailored for Sri Lankan schools, using
the Design Science Research (DSR) methodology. The
study began with a thorough analysis of existing systems,
identifying critical issues and gaps. Objectives were set
following an extensive literature review, which informed
the design and development of the new system. The system’s
performance was evaluated using the ISO 25010 quality
model, with a focus on functionality, usability, and
reliability. The results indicate a high-performance level,
with an average score of 4.04 across the evaluated
categories. The Agile Web Engineering (AWE) model
guided the development process, ensuring flexibility and
responsiveness to user needs. Key features of the system
include automated attendance tracking using barcode
readers, streamlined report card generation, and efficient
character certificate issuance. These features significantly
reduce manual workloads and error rates. The system was
successfully implemented in a school transitioning from
manual processes. This has the potentials to contribute to
inclusive and equitable quality education aligning with the
UN Sustainable Development Goal 4. Feedback from end
users—teachers, students, and parents—played a crucial
role
in refining the system, leading to marked
improvements in school administration efficiency. | en_US |
