What's all the FOSS?: How Freedom and Openness Are Changing the Face of Our Educational Landscape

Authors:
Jason B. Huett;Jason H. Sharp;Kimberly C. Huett
Affiliations:
University of West Georgia, USA;Tarleton State University, USA;University of West Georgia, USA
Venue:
International Journal of Open Source Software and Processes
Year:
2010

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Abstract

Philosophical, financial, practical, and pedagogical considerations have prompted educators to take a serious look at Free and Open Source Software FOSS as an alternative to proprietary software. To better understand the overall concept of FOSS, this article provides a brief history of FOSS as well as a summary of its definition, philosophy, and major areas of research, including strengths and limitations, diffusion in education and educational uses as well as a look at the opportunities, issues, and challenges associated with FOSS. In conclusion, the authors speculate how FOSS, along with advances in E-Learning and other emerging technologies, will positively shape our educational future.