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In order to effectively convey the project's information to course participants, a targeted and interactive approach will be essential. This will ensure that the content is relevant and meets the specific needs of farmers, avoiding boredom.

The training program should begin with an assessment of students' knowledge of the characteristics of the bivalve mollusc farming sector in other European countries.

This approach, on the one hand, will allow mentors to immediately capture the attention of students, who are certainly interested in learning about the realities and characteristics of other countries with similar situations and similar key farmed species.On the other hand, it will allow mentors to clearly understand the students' level of knowledge about the main topics of the course and tailor the type and detail of information to be provided to them.

The bivalve mollusc farming sector in Europe exhibits significant differences between countries, each with its own history, traditions, farming techniques, key farmed species and regulations.

There are countries that are leaders in mussel production, others that specialize in oysters, and others that excel in clam farming or other species.

These differences not only arouse curiosity among students, but also represent a tremendous opportunity for mutual learning.

Understanding how European colleagues address similar or different challenges can inspire new solutions and innovative practices.

Furthermore, the mentors could ask the students which aspects of bivalve mollusc farming they believe should be developed to ensure future improvements in the sector in their country.

Once this information is gathered, tutors can verify whether these aspects are already included in the training program. This will help tutors fill any gaps or emphasize topics already present and considered crucial by students.

It is also essential to address the differences in the development of bivalve mollusc farming among different EU countries and the existing competition on the European market. Some market dynamics, situations, species, and farming techniques in other EU countries may be unfamiliar to farmers.

Understanding these dynamics will help students contextualize the information and develop a more complete and realistic view of the bivalve mollusc farming landscape in the EU.