Coventry

History of Kazakhstan

Course Description & Objectives:
The establishment of an independent Kazakhstan in 1991, as a strategically located new nation on the world map, raised significant questions for historians. When did the concept of modern Kazakh statehood first emerge? To what extent have the inhabitants of this region viewed themselves as part of a nation over the last few centuries? What social values and cultural norms have they embraced? 

This course aims to explore these intriguing questions by tracing the evolution of economic, political, social, ethnic, and cultural processes in present-day Kazakhstan from ancient times to the present, all within the context of Inner Asia.

Learning Outcomes: 
By examining history, students will analyse why individuals identify with specific ethnic groups and understand the dynamics of multilingual societies. 
Studying history will help students:
1) to develop essential skills applicable to the economy, policy, culture, etc. 
2) to comprehend complex scholarly texts, articulating their arguments clearly and convincingly, and analysing and evaluating primary sources. 
3) to practice researching information, weighing evidence, and drawing conclusions about critical social, cultural, and political issues. 
4) to foster tolerance and open-mindedness. 

Many concepts we take for granted today are shaped by our specific historical contexts; understanding history can broaden our perspectives by introducing us to different ideas and categories that were significant in the past, may be substantial in the future, or are relevant to diverse communities today.

Attendance and Participation:
Students' grades will be based on attendance, performance in class discussions and activities, and the completion of self-study & group assignments. Please complete assignments to ensure a higher final grade. At the end of the course, there will be an external assessment in the form of a final exam (state exam).

Final Exam Essay (State Exam): 
The final exam may cover material from any point throughout the course. The date of the exam will be announced later. Your response will be graded based on established criteria for essay evaluation.

About  lecturer

Dr. Arstan Satanov joined Coventry University as a Senior Lecturer in the History of Kazakhstan. With over 16 years of expertise in education, history, and social sciences. I bring a unique interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research. My courses offer students a deep understanding of History of Kazakhstan within the broader context of Central Asia.

Career Overview  

I hold a PhD in History and have taught in diverse settings, including International Schools and private University. My work spans history, pedagogy, and educational assessment, with notable roles as a key expert for the World Bank’s education modernization projects and the Ministry of Education of Kazakhstan. I am an academician of the Academy of History and Social Sciences.

Research  

My research focuses on educational reform and historical studies in Kazakhstan. My recent projects include three World Bank initiatives on education modernization. I authored over 36 academic publications across prominent journals, including SCOPUS and Web of Science, and developed 13 textbooks and manuals.

External Activities  

I actively participate in scientific communities and have completed international certification programs, including item development training by NFER, CIS, Cambridge and research methods courses from Nazarbayev University. I am dedicated to professional development, regularly attending conferences and conducting lectures on history and educational innovation.

Publications  

I have published extensively, with 5 articles in Web of Science/SCOPUS, 6 in Kazakhstan’s Committee for Quality Assurance, and numerous other papers. My contributions significantly shape educational theory and practice within Kazakhstan and beyond.

Hobby

Outside of academia, I enjoy reading books on professional development, watching historical documentaries, and staying active by playing football and volleyball. 

History of Kazakhstan

Course Description & Objectives:
The establishment of an independent Kazakhstan in 1991, as a strategically located new nation on the world map, raised significant questions for historians. When did the concept of modern Kazakh statehood first emerge? To what extent have the inhabitants of this region viewed themselves as part of a nation over the last few centuries? What social values and cultural norms have they embraced? 

This course aims to explore these intriguing questions by tracing the evolution of economic, political, social, ethnic, and cultural processes in present-day Kazakhstan from ancient times to the present, all within the context of Inner Asia.

Learning Outcomes: 
By examining history, students will analyse why individuals identify with specific ethnic groups and understand the dynamics of multilingual societies. 
Studying history will help students:
1) to develop essential skills applicable to the economy, policy, culture, etc. 
2) to comprehend complex scholarly texts, articulating their arguments clearly and convincingly, and analysing and evaluating primary sources. 
3) to practice researching information, weighing evidence, and drawing conclusions about critical social, cultural, and political issues. 
4) to foster tolerance and open-mindedness. 

Many concepts we take for granted today are shaped by our specific historical contexts; understanding history can broaden our perspectives by introducing us to different ideas and categories that were significant in the past, may be substantial in the future, or are relevant to diverse communities today.

Attendance and Participation:
Students' grades will be based on attendance, performance in class discussions and activities, and the completion of self-study and group assignments. Please complete all assignments to ensure a higher final grade. At the end of the course, there will be an external assessment in the form of a final exam (state exam).

Final Exam Essay (State Exam): 
The final exam may cover material from any point throughout the course. The date of the exam will be announced later. Your response will be graded based on established criteria for essay evaluation.

About  lecturer

Dr. Arstan Satanov joined Coventry University as a Senior Lecturer in the History of Kazakhstan. With over 16 years of expertise in education, history, and social sciences, he brings a unique interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research. My courses offer students a deep understanding of History of Kazakhstan within the broader context of Central Asia.

Career Overview  

I hold a PhD in History and have taught in diverse settings, including International Schools and private University. My work spans history, pedagogy, and educational assessment, with notable roles as a key expert for the World Bank’s education modernization projects and the Ministry of Education of Kazakhstan. I am an academician of the Academy of History and Social Sciences.

Research  

My research focuses on educational reform and historical studies in Kazakhstan. My recent projects include three World Bank initiatives on education modernization. I authored over 36 academic publications across prominent journals, including SCOPUS and Web of Science, and developed 13 textbooks and manuals.

External Activities  

I actively participate in scientific communities and have completed international certification programs, including item development training by NFER, CIS, Cambridge and research methods courses from Nazarbayev University. I am dedicated to professional development, regularly attending conferences and conducting lectures on history and educational innovation.

Publications  

I have published extensively, with 5 articles in Web of Science/SCOPUS, 6 in Kazakhstan’s Committee for Quality Assurance, and numerous other papers. My contributions significantly shape educational theory and practice within Kazakhstan and beyond.

Hobby

Outside of academia, I enjoy reading books on professional development, watching historical documentaries, and staying active by playing football and volleyball.