Scientific foundations of gender linguistics in kazakhstan
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Keywords:
Gender and linguistics, Kazakhstan, higher education, gender and language, gender studies.Abstract
Theoretical framework and research are essential in addressing the challenges of
integrating linguistics, psychology, sociology, feminist theory, and gender linguistics and providing
tools to analyze the relationship between language and gender. Scientific foundations allow gender
linguistics to deepen understanding of gendered language and contribute to creating more inclusive
societies through education and policy-making.
This study explores gender linguistics in Kazakhstan by focusing on the intersection of
language, gender, and educational practices. The key objective of this study is to provide an
overview of gender and language education in Kazakhstan’s universities, highlighting the content
and structure of the gender linguistics courses. This article aims to contribute to the broader
discourse on integrating gender perspectives into linguistic education. This work also contributes to
the discussion on gender studies in Kazakhstan and provides a theoretical framework for future
research and educational development. The authors used qualitative research methods, particularly
content analysis, to examine the current state, challenges, and opportunities of gender and
linguistics courses in Kazakhstani universities. Data were gathered through official institutional
requests, the digital database “Unified Higher Education Platform,” and course catalogs on the
universities’ official websites. The authors focused on academic courses/programs on “gender and
linguistics” and “gender and language” to identify courses that addressed gender linguistic
frameworks.
The search encompassed over 5,000 active educational programs at the universities of
Kazakhstan listed on the Unified Higher Education Platform. Results indicate that seven
universities in Kazakhstan offer gender linguistics courses and a diverse range of undergraduate and
graduate-level courses. Outcomes also demonstrate that compared to international practices,
Kazakhstani programs often emphasize theoretical aspects without addressing the intersectional
dimensions of gender linguistics.
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