Which of the following is free and open-source software for creating and…

2024

Which of the following is free and open-source software for creating and delivering online courses?

Answer: A. MoodleConceptFree and open-source learning-management software makes its source code available under an open licence and can be installed, studied, modified, and…

  1. A.

    Moodle

  2. B.

    Udemy

  3. C.

    Coursera

  4. D.

    edX

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: A

Concept

Free and open-source learning-management software makes its source code available under an open licence and can be installed, studied, modified, and operated by an institution.

This is different from merely using a centrally hosted course marketplace or course-delivery website.

Application

Moodle is distributed as a free, open-source learning management system under the GNU General Public License. Institutions can install and customize it to create, manage, and deliver online courses.

Contrast

  • Moodle: an installable, customizable learning-management software package.

  • Udemy: a centrally hosted commercial course marketplace.

  • Coursera: a centrally hosted platform for courses and programs from partner institutions.

  • edX: the hosted platform name; the related open-source software project is specifically called Open edX.

Cross-check

The Moodle documentation identifies Moodle as open-source software licensed under the GPL, matching both parts of the question: software that can be used to create and deliver online courses.

Result

Therefore, the intended answer is Moodle.

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