المجلة الجزائرية للمخطوطات
Volume 18, Numéro 2, Pages 28-46
2022-10-08
Objectives And Perspectives Of English In Algeria: Reforms And Strategies
Authors : Bouabdesselam Belkacem .
Abstract
Since English has spread in the Third World as the linguistic by-product of economic development and technological advancement, the functional and cultural utility of it cannot be under-valued in any country eager to keep abreast of modernisation and progress in scientific research. Above its prestige, English language as a means of communication between nations is of paramount importance with regard to the field of human relations. Industrialists and scientists alike are increasingly aware of the value of this asset. This is no less the case of Algeria whose students aim studying for a higher degree or carry out research in science and technology. The present educational system of Algeria tends to favour the use of foreign languages, particularly English. However the standing of French as medium of instruction is nowadays impairing along with ‘Arabisation’ enhancement and further more centred roles are steadily covered by English. In the last few years, the student’s purpose of language study reflects the mere utilitarian value of linguistic achievement, such as getting ahead in the profession or travelling for social contact with foreigners. Hence, as a tool of success in the student’s career, English status vis-a-vis French has become a foregone conclusion: English is more prestigious than French. (In some other contexts, including even Arabic in question the national language in Algeria). For whatever reasons, however, the presence and increased utility promoting English is being felt at the levels of politics, economic horizons and self-interest.
Keywords
Educational and scientific objectives ; Cultural Objectives ; Reforms and Strategies ; Algeria
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