As part of the IV Kazakhstan Philosophical Congress, Session I was held under the theme “The Culture of Philosophical Thinking and Its Place in the Education System.”

The session was moderated by Gulnar Koyanbayeva, Chief Research Fellow at the Institute of Philosophy, Political Science and Religious Studies.

The session focused on the development of a culture of philosophical thinking, the role of philosophical knowledge in the education system, and its significance in contemporary educational practices.

Participants highlighted the importance of philosophical thinking in developing critical thinking skills, shaping students’ worldviews, and strengthening their intellectual potential. Particular attention was paid to the role of philosophical knowledge in fostering independent thinking, analyzing social phenomena, and understanding diverse perspectives.

The discussions also addressed modern approaches to teaching philosophy, the place of the humanities in the educational process, and the development of philosophical reflection skills among young people.