Gender factor in Internet communication

Lazukova O. Gender factor in Internet communication : bachelor’s thesis : 035 Philology / supervised by Yevheniia Nikiforova. Kyiv, 2023. 36 p.

Adopting and approving gender equality in European countries are considered key indicators of democratization. Gender relations are constantly evolving, and gender equality is recognized as a crucial element of human development. However, the rapid development of internet communications introduces both opportunities and risks, necessitating a sociological analysis of gender aspects in online communication. This research aimed to investigate gender factors in communication on the Internet. The thesis focuses on the differences in language use between men and women, encompassing structure, form, vocabulary, and syntax. Previous studies have examined gender-specific language use in social and professional settings. The study of gender and communication covers various intriguing topics such as interruptions in conversations, vocabulary bias, patterns of inequality, cultural images, and nonverbal behavior. The research contributes to the field by examining gender differences in internet use and the factors influencing these differences. The study is highly relevant as the digital landscape continues to shape communication dynamics, and gender plays a significant role in online interactions. The research employs discourse analysis, content analysis, and interactional sociolinguistics as research methods.Based on the results of the work,conclusions weredrawnregarding the concept of gender stereotyping,modern gender studies, gender inInternet communication, and gendered language in Internet communication.