Core Components of Quality Education in the Quality Management Support System: A Systematic Review
Tara Prasad Gautam, V. T. Shailashri · Journal of Social Science and Technology (SAIM). · 2025
Purpose: This systematic review synthesizes research on core components of quality education—curriculum, teaching, learners, leadership, resources, and parental engagement—within the Quality Management Support System (QMSS) framework. Methodology: Following PRISMA guidelines, 50 peer-reviewed studies and policy reports from 2000 to 2024 were thematically analyzed, sourced from Scopus and Google Scholar using keywords related to educational quality. Findings: Quality education requires a coherent curriculum aligned with standards, skilled and reflective teachers using learner-centered practices, motivated learners supported by families, strong leadership, equitable resources, and active family-school partnerships. These elements align with UNESCO’s SDG4 and UNICEF’s Education Quality Framework. Conclusions: Fragmented efforts focusing on individual components are insufficient. A QMSS approach integrating all elements through continuous monitoring and stakeholder feedback is essential for systemic educational improvement. Originality: This review uniquely integrates core educational quality components within the QMSS framework, emphasizing their interdependence and alignment with global standards, promoting a holistic rather than isolated approach. Keywords: quality education, quality management support system, curriculum, pedagogy, school leadership, parental involvement