In order to reactivate the Lisbon strategy (2000), whose priority was to become Europe in the most competitive and dynamic economy, the European Counsel from 2006 reasserted the relevance of the human capital as the most important aspect for reaching that aim. Lifelong learning is an essential condition for the improvement of the social and labour condition of the human being, and it involves the acquisition of new knowledge which is part of a continuous process that is existent during the whole professional life of any person. One of the most important chances, and which more easily supports lifelong learning is the electronic knowledge. This makes possible that, through the use of electronic resources, the quality and efficiency of education and training will be increased, and also influences a reduction of expenses and the improvement of competitiveness for SMEs. One of the economic sectors which most need these improvements is that of crafts, especially regarding training tools in subjects such as management. It is necessary to design learning environments with contents that are adapted to the collective. Electronic learning (e-learning) is considered to be suitable and adjusted to the characteristics and needs of this group.

The aim of the project is the revision and adaptation of the training material designed for the previous Handmade project in order to be used in an e-learning methodology, addressed towards the improvement of knowledge, competences and skills of craftsmen and craftswomen regarding the management of their SMEs or workshops.

Expected results will have the form of a training itinerary including the material designed according to the characteristics of the e-learning methodology, to be used in the online modality in all those learning processes of vocational training. These contents refer to those topics which are of relevance for carrying out an integral and efficient management of SMEs and workshops. The expected impact is the increase of knowledge, skills, attitudes and aptitudes for management. This impact will also involve potential beneficiaries: members from organisations related to the promotion of the SMEs activities, public and private entities directly or indirectly related to the crafts activity, training and online training providers, etc. The tangible outcomes will be the revised and adapted material. The non-tangible outcomes will include the increase of craftsmen’s participation in training processes as well as the use of ICTs.