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Katarina in a few words
Hi Malt Community,
I'm an experienced training and instructional designer with 7 years of expertise in creating and evaluating hybrid training courses, high-quality learning materials, and interactive workshops. I've collaborated with civil societies, NGOs, and educational institutions on European projects, including Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps.
I hold a BSc in Pedagogy from the University of Niš and an MSc in Educational Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Brussel. My knowledge covers adult learning framework, instructional design principles (ADDIE, Design Thinking, Gibb's), and Generative AI & DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) tools for learning.
My Services:
- Hybrid Training Courses Designer: Designed and evaluated hybrid training courses for various projects, specializing in e-learning platforms and multimedia integration.
- Learning Materials Producer: Created high-quality learning materials tailored to diverse audiences, leveraging expertise in educational innovation and digital inclusion.
- Workshop Facilitator: Facilitated interactive workshops, working closely with stakeholders to ensure a collaborative and impactful learning environment.
- Consultant in Educational Innovation: Provided consultancy services to integrate innovative technologies and methodologies into training programs.
- E-Learning Specialist: Developed and managed e-learning platforms, creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences.
As an attentive, detail-oriented, and empathetic listener, I am committed to delivering precise, creative, and impactful learning content tailored to your needs.
Let's discuss how we can work together to achieve your learning goals. Feel free to reach out to me!
Experience
- Vrije Universiteit Brussel & Lifelong Learning PlatformDigital Learning Project CoordinatorEDUCATION & E-LEARNINGFebruary 2023 - June 2023 (4 months)Brussels, BelgiumTeam research project on intergenerational community lifelong learning centers. This was a collaboration between the Department of Educational Sciences and Brussels-based civil society organisations.
- Training Materials Development: Created comprehensive digital learning materials tailored for staff implementation, ensuring effective and engaging delivery.
- Training and Project Recommendations: Compiled and analyzed learning recommendations and training guidelines to support the successful launch and ongoing improvement of training programs.
- Vrije Universiteit BrusselDigital Learning Project CoordinatorEDUCATION & E-LEARNINGOctober 2022 - June 2023 (8 months)Brussels, BelgiumMaster Thesis: Evaluation of European Trainers and Coaches Working with New Tools for Validation of Transversal Skills (Erasmus+ project TRANSVAL-EU)
- Educational Research: Conducted in-depth research on guidance and validation specialists working with adults, focusing on the implementation of new tools.
- Framework Assessment: Evaluated training frameworks for transversal competencies across Europe, ensuring the effectiveness and applicability of various methodologies.
- Policy Contribution: Analyzed data and contributed to policy recommendations aimed at practitioners, enhancing the validation processes of transversal skills.
- ALL DIGITALDigital Learning Project CoordinatorEDUCATION & E-LEARNINGAugust 2022 - February 2023 (5 months)Brussels, Belgium
- Educational Database Management: Created and maintained a best practices database in digital learning, ensuring easy access to valuable resources and methodologies.
- Educational Trend Analysis: Researched and provided insights on digital learning trends in Europe, helping organizations stay updated with the latest advancements.
- Project Communication Design: Designed communication materials for the e-learning platform ALL DIGITAL ACADEMY, enhancing user engagement and information dissemination.
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Education
- Master of Science in Educational SciencesVrije Universiteit Brussel2023
- Bachelor of Science in PedagogyUniversity of Niš, Serbia2019
Certifications
- Articulate Storyline 360 for Interactive LearningLinkedIn2024
- Inclusion BOX: Inclusion Practices in Educational and Training SectorsLifelong Learning Platform - European Civil Society for Education2024
- Integrating GenAI in Adult Education: Empowering Teachers, Educators, and FacilitatorsALL DIGITAL2024
- Upskilling Digital Pedagogy for Teachers and Future TeachersVrije Universiteit Brussel2024
- Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on Digital Youth WorkAgency of International Youth Cooperation2021