THE IMPACT OF USING OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE ON THE PROGRESS AND QUALITY OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS

<strong>Abstract:</strong> The awareness and understanding of open-source software are very limited. In most cases, it is not even there. This deficiency causes a lot of financial expenses<strong>, </strong>especially for students who are highly committed to their studies. The education sector itself lacks awareness of open source and most colleges and universities use proprietary software. The general assessment indicates that most people are completely unaware of the benefits of open-source software. The purpose of this research is to survey the education sector and assess their current level of understanding of open-source software. This study will use a quantitative method of research which is the survey questionnaire method, therefore, a formal questionnaire related to open-source software, its understanding<strong>, </strong>and its use will be developed. These data were analyzed to conclude. This research will help us to determine the current level of awareness of OSS in the education sector and also will serve as an activity to create more awareness. Moreover, it will allow us to devise a strategy to promote open-source software not only in the education sector but also in other sectors in Saudi Arabia. <strong>Keywords:</strong> Awareness, Open Source Software, Organize. <strong>Title:</strong> THE IMPACT OF USING OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE ON THE PROGRESS AND QUALITY OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS <strong>Author:</strong> Abdullah Alzahrani, Yazeed Al Moaiad, Yousef El-Ebiary <strong>International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning</strong> <strong>ISSN 2394-9686</strong> <strong>Vol. 9, Issue 6, November 2022 - December 2022</strong> <strong>Page No: 35-39</strong> <strong>Novelty Journals</strong> <strong>Website: www.noveltyjournals.com</strong> <strong>Published Date: 07-December-2022</strong> <strong>DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7409044</strong> <strong>Paper Download Link (Source)</strong> <strong>https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/THE%20IMPACT%20OF%20USING%20OPEN%20SOURCE-07122022-1.pdf</strong>