Within the framework of the BEWBU (Blended Education in Western Balkans Universities) project, University "Fehmi Agani" in Gjakova has marked a significant step toward digital transformation with the successful implementation of the first pilot course in the newly established EU-Hub space. The lab, created specifically for modernizing educational infrastructure in higher education, is equipped with the latest technology and software to support an interactive, dynamic, and flexible learning environment.

The course was taught by Professor Nazli Tyfekçi during the delivery of the "Listening Skills" course to first-year Bachelor-level students in the English Language - Translation and Interpretation program. The course content was fully supported by a contemporary syllabus drafted during the BEWBU project workshops, blending direct classroom lectures, synchronous online sessions, and independent student work (asynchronous).

Throughout the semester, instructional concepts were naturally combined with digital tools and interactive technological equipment. The EU-Hub room features a system with two video projectors and a central Smartboard to provide continuous visualization of materials, audio analysis, and multimedia content. In parallel, platforms like Nearpod enabled real-time collaborative boards and quick quizzes, which were complemented by Google Classroom and artificial intelligence tools like NotebookLM for task organization. To encourage discussion and active participation, the Catchbox wireless microphone was used, enabling students to record their responses during debates and subsequently listen to and analyze their own pronunciation, tone, and manner of expression.

The results of this pilot were impressive both in terms of student engagement and their academic achievements. The lecture structure in 4 hour blocks enabled students to immediately apply theoretical knowledge in practice. The learning process was marked by a high level of satisfaction and academic motivation among students, which was reflected in their increased dedication and continuous collaboration on joint projects even outside regular lecture hours. Quite significant was the fact that, despite the physical division between students attending online and those in the classroom, the process took place with full synchronization and high interactivity across all activities.

This pilot serves as an excellent example of University "Fehmi Agani"'s ongoing commitment to raising quality and standards in higher education. The university remains determined to research and systematically implement the best contemporary methodologies that respond to students' real needs. Through the combination of active student participation, digital pedagogy, high quality assurance standards, and modern infrastructure, the university continues to create an educational environment where the student is always at the center of focus.