Breaking the borders: Gender dynamics in STEM portrayals in Turkish Netflix series
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2024
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SAGE Publications Ltd
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info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
Özet
This study discusses the intricate relationship between science, technology, engineering and mathematics field representation by the media and the science, technology, engineering and mathematics field in reality, centring on two pivotal inquiries: (i) How is gender within science, technology, engineering and mathematics portrayed in visual culture? (ii) How do gendered representations in visual culture impact science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals? By scrutinizing two Turkish TV series featuring science, technology, engineering and mathematics characters, namely, Sıcak Kafa (Hot Skull, 2022, by Mert Baykal) and Yakamoz S-245 (Into the Deep, 2022, by Tolga Karaçelik and Umut Aral), we assert that recent Netflix productions in Turkey showcase science, technology, engineering and mathematics characters in a less marginalized manner compared to mainstream series content. The study explores the intersection of science, technology, engineering and mathematics portrayals with actual gender experiences in the Turkish context. Findings show science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals, particularly women, to be rendered invisible in being confined to gender-based definitions. Despite portraying male and female science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals as equal and non-marginalized, male characters predominate in decision-making and implementation processes within many series. Furthermore, science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals do not identify with their own character representations in media content, as they express through interviews. The study underscores there is room to challenge patriarchal norms, fostering more equitable depictions of science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals, including women, to dismantle gender biases and foster inclusivity within science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. © The Author(s) 2024.
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Anahtar Kelimeler
Gender, Netflix, representation of STEM, Sıcak Kafa, Stereotyping, Yakamoz S-245
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Journal of European Studies
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54
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3
Künye
Gürkan, H., Biga, N. T., & Ege, Ö. (2024). Breaking the borders: Gender dynamics in STEM portrayals in Turkish Netflix series. Journal of European Studies, 54(3), 322-340.
