Digital Etiquette and Literacy: How a Russian Philologist Preserves the Culture of Communication

On April 27, 2026, an interactive master class titled “Digital Etiquette and Literacy: How a Russian Philologist Preserves the Culture of Communication” was held at the Institute of Philology (Room 215). The event was organized by Associate Professor D.T. Ayylchieva and Senior Lecturer T.A. Suleimanova. Students from Secondary Schools No. 3 and No. 17 of the city of Manas took part in the event.

The master class aimed to develop key digital communication skills among school students and to raise awareness of the importance of speech etiquette in today’s online environment. During the session, participants discussed that digital literacy is not only the ability to use technology, but also a culture of communication in which accuracy, respect for the interlocutor, and responsibility for one’s words play a crucial role.

Special attention was given to the development of written communication skills. Participants analyzed real examples of online correspondence, learned to avoid common language mistakes, formulate their thoughts clearly and correctly, and follow communication norms in messengers and social media. Through practical case studies, students practiced грамотная correspondence skills, examined problematic situations, and proposed possible solutions.

Within the framework of the master class, актуальные questions were addressed: whether it is acceptable to ignore speech etiquette norms in digital space, whether modern society is действительно losing literacy, and who bears responsibility for maintaining the culture of speech. During the discussion, participants concluded that the philologist, particularly the Russian language specialist, acts as a guide of speech culture, fostering a respectful and conscious attitude toward language among the younger generation.

The event contributed not only to improving students’ digital literacy, but also to strengthening the understanding that the culture of speech remains an essential component of personality in all forms of communication—both real and virtual.