Istituto Universitario Carolina Albasio successfully organised a testing session of the first online learning course developed within the Taking Matters Into Our Own Hands: Employment and Entrepreneurship project. The session engaged 26 young participants, supported by two facilitators, in exploring and evaluating the course content in an interactive online environment.
The session began with an introduction to the project objectives and the purpose of the online learning platform. Participants were then guided through the course structure and invited to explore the modules independently, allowing them to form their first impressions of the content and navigation.
Following this individual exploration, participants collectively focused on Module 3: Preparing for Interviews. Together with the facilitators, they navigated the module, discussed practical examples, and completed hands-on activities. The session concluded with a reflective exercise in which participants applied the techniques learned by presenting themselves, reinforcing their understanding through practice.
Feedback from participants was highly positive, particularly regarding the structure and presentation of the course. Many appreciated the clear division of content into short, manageable modules, which made the learning process feel organised and accessible. The inclusion of real-life examples—especially those related to job interviews—was highlighted as particularly useful, helping participants connect theoretical knowledge with real-world situations. The visual design of the course was also praised for being modern, engaging, and easy to navigate.
At the same time, the testing provided valuable suggestions for improvement. Some participants noted that certain pages loaded slowly, while others expressed the need for automatic progress saving to avoid repeating sections. Additional recommendations included incorporating more short videos or animations to enhance engagement and providing downloadable templates or examples to support practical tasks.
Overall, participants found the course highly relevant, practical, and especially useful for beginners preparing to enter the labour market. Many shared that they were positively surprised by how closely the content reflected their own experiences and future aspirations.
An important outcome of the session is the continued engagement of participants, who expressed strong interest in further involvement in the project. They committed to completing all modules of the course independently and providing additional feedback, particularly on the interview preparation module. Participants also plan to further develop their presentations and CVs using the knowledge gained, reinforcing their learning through continued practice.
The testing session in Italy confirmed the strong potential of Online Learning Course 1 as a valuable educational tool. It represents an important step in ensuring that the course is not only
