Achieving gender equity in present-day educational settings

Abstract

In light of the evolving conceptualization of gender and its incorporation into educational frameworks, the effective integration of gender-related aspects into the educational sphere remains a pertinent concern. Given the prevalence of societal stereotypes associated with gender-specific professions, a comprehensive examination of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education within the contemporary educational landscape becomes crucial. The primary objective of this study is to scrutinize gender equality in modern education by delving into the gender legislation that substantively operationalizes these principles within the educational framework. Utilizing both general scientific and specialized scientific methodologies, this article conducts a historiographical analysis of the subject under investigation. The findings of this analysis elucidate that the gender component in contemporary education necessitates an expanded scientific discourse, particularly in the context of evaluating the European experience in the implementation of gender equality within the educational domain. The article undertakes an examination of the evolution of gender equality within international organizations. The analysis discloses that UNESCO's involvement in the educational sphere encompasses tasks related to the application of gender concepts in modern education, specifically about issues such as access to education, instructional content, teaching methodologies, and the evaluation of learning outcomes. Emphasis within the study is devoted to the exploration of gender equality within national education systems through the scrutiny of legal enactments. A distinct facet of the investigation involves the exploration of gender equality within contemporary education, with a focused inquiry into the domain of STEM education, currently undergoing active implementation.