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- Instructional design of online courses in MozambiquePublication . Franco, David; Bidarra, JoséThe potential of electronic books (ebooks) has been discussed widely, due mainly to their role in helping the user transform passive reading into interactive and dynamic learning, while promoting better retention and appropriation of materials. Taking this premise, the present study follows an exploratory and qualitative approach, discussing how the use of ebooks can improve learning, motivation, dynamism and interactivity in Distance Education. This study was supported by a bibliographic review and a survey method through an online questionnaire used as data collection instruments. The sample consisted of students who attended distance courses taught by the Open University ISCED – UnISCED in Mozambique. The scientific literature studied, and the results from the field research, show the practicality of using ebook as a learning resource and they facility the interactivity.
- Revisiting the use of mobile devices for online learning: enhancing accessibility in higher education in MozambiquePublication . Franco, David; Bidarra, José; Henriques, SusanaThe integration of mobile devices into online learning has emerged as a critical strategy for expanding pedagogical practices and enhancing access to higher education, particularly in remote and underserved contexts such as Mozambique. This study aims to examine how mobile devices contribute to widening access to higher education, focusing on the case of Universidade Aberta ISCED. The methodology adopted was a case study, with an exploratory-descriptive orientation and qualitative approach, supported by document analysis, semi-structured interviews and questionnaires to capture diverse stakeholder perspectives. The findings demonstrate that mobile devices enable flexible and inclusive learning trajectories, allowing students to balance academic, professional, and personal responsibilities. They also show that mobile learning aligns well with Mozambique’s socioeconomic context, offering cost-effective opportunities for participation in online higher education. However, significant barriers were identified, including gaps in technological infrastructure, limited digital literacy, and insufficient institutional strategies for large-scale implementation. The study concludes that mobile devices are a viable tool for improving equity in higher education but that their effective integration requires coordinated efforts in policy, training, and infrastructure development. These results provide practical insights for higher education institutions and policymakers in Mozambique and other developing countries, supporting the design of scalable and sustainable digital learning ecosystems.