Natalia Kurikova
Educational Technology Specialist | Platform Administration & Digital Learning Solutions
Educational Technology Specialist focused on platform administration, digital learning systems, and user support. Experienced with LMS configuration, issue diagnosis, and collaborative problem-solving in tertiary education environments.
- Location
- Christchurch, NZ
- Website
- https://www.nataliakurikova.com
- Natalia Kurikova
Experience
– present
Educational Technology Consultant at University of Canterbury
Supporting the staff-facing Totara LMS and learner-facing Moodle platform at the application level.
Highlights
- Configured permissions, enrolments, and reports to support institutional processes
- Investigated integration issues across systems and analyzed platform logs
- Collaborated with Digital Services and vendors on implementations and bug fixes
- Contributed to the successful Totara-to-Moodle migration project
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Learning Technology Advisor (2019–2022, promoted from Assistant Advisor) at Ara Institute of Canterbury
Provided support and guidance for Moodle and other learning technologies, leading system improvements and upgrades.
Highlights
- Led Moodle upgrades, coordinated testing, and worked with vendors
- Translated staff feedback into system improvements
- Created self-help resources and provided direct training to lecturers
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Private English Tutor & Moodle Admin at Self-employed
Delivered English tutoring while independently setting up and maintaining a personal Moodle instance.
Highlights
- Created digital learning content and structured learning paths for a range of adult learners
- Installed and configured Moodle to manage learning content and feedback
- Adapted plugins and layouts to suit learner needs and engagement
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English Instructor & Learning Support Specialist at Various Institutions (Russia, Estonia remotely)
Held academic support and teaching positions across tertiary and private institutions.
Highlights
- Taught English and linguistics
- Delivered blended courses using Moodle
- Designed workshops for faculty and future teachers
- Supported academic writing and publishing
Volunteer
– present
Webmaster (Volunteer) at FLANZ (Flexible Learning Association of New Zealand)
Maintain and update the FLANZ website, supporting flexible learning across Aotearoa.
Highlights
- Manage plugins and structure for WordPress site
- Coordinate content publishing with committee members
- Improve accessibility and usability
Education
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Master in Applied Linguistics from Massey University
Courses
- Contextualising Curriculum and Materials Design
- Contemporary Approaches to Language Teaching Methodology
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Certificate in English Language Teaching (CELTA) from University of Cambridge
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Specialist Degree (NZQA Level 7 equivalent) in Language Teaching and Linguistics from Tyumen State University
Skills
- Learning Platforms
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- Technical Skills
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- Systems & Admin
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- Collaboration
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Interests
- Digital Learning
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- Technology
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