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Welcome to the Research Center for Media Literacy in Language Education. Our mission is to empower Kazakh youth with media literacy as a vital socialization and intercultural communication tool. By merging language learning and media education, we foster critical thinking, resilience, and cultural understanding, essential for thriving in a globalized world.
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Dr. Perizat Yelubayeva
Director and Chief Researcher
Dr. Yelubayeva is a seasoned educator and researcher specializing in language education. With over 25 years of experience in the field, she has led numerous research focused on creating teaching resources. Her current research centers on empowering Kazakh youth through media literacy as a tool for socialization and intercultural communication.
PhD Sholpan Kudyarova
Lead Researcher
Dr. Sholpan Kudyarova specializes in integrating media literacy within Kazakh language education. She is passionate about promoting cultural relevance in education and developing resources that bridge media literacy and language learning for Kazakh-speaking youth. Her work empowers students to engage critically with media, fostering skills that contribute to their social and intercultural competence.
Dr. Azima Khamidova
Lead Researcher
Dr. Azima Khamidova is a leading media literacy and Russian language education researcher. She is dedicated to creating tools and resources that enable Russian-speaking students to navigate media critically and thoughtfully. Dr. Khamidova’s work aims to enhance language skills through media engagement, helping students develop a nuanced understanding of global and local media contexts.
PhD. Gulzat Berkinbayeva
Lead Researcher
Dr. Berkinbayeva is an esteemed language education expert with extensive experience in curriculum design and instructional strategies for diverse learning environments. Her research focuses on effective language acquisition methodologies, emphasizing the integration of innovative teaching practices to support language proficiency and cultural understanding.
Dr. Galiya Kulzhanbekova
Lead Researcher
Dr. Galiya Kulzhanbekova is an expert in language education and media literacy, focusing on English language content. Her research addresses how media literacy can enhance language proficiency and critical thinking in English education. Dr. Kulzhanbekova leads research at developing innovative English language resources that foster media awareness and analytical skills among learners.
Mrs. Zhanargul Gabdullina
Researcher
Mrs. Gabdullina is an expert in media studies with a background in applied linguistics. She works on developing curriculum models that incorporate digital media literacy into language instruction, promoting analytical skills and global awareness among learners.