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Item Investigating the Impact of English Educational Songs on the Development of Speaking Skills in Algerian Primary Schools: A Case Study(جامعة غرداية, 2025) Abdelmoutaleb, KHIRALLAHThis study investigates the impact of English educational songs on the developmentof speaking skills in Algerian primary schools. Given the importance of speaking in language acquisition, integrating songs into classroom instruction presents a creative and engaging method to support oral language development. The research was conducted in Touggourt and its neighbouring mu-nicipalities and involved 62 primary school English teachers, including 32 online participants from areas such as Tibet, Hjira, Hassi-messsoud, and El-Oued. A quantitative research design was employed using a structured questionnaire to collect data. The obtained findings revealed that the majority of teachers support the use of educational songs, recognizing their potential to improve speaking proficiency and classroom engagement. The study underscored the need to integrate modern, interactive materials-including songs, videos, and games-into EFL curricula. It concluded by encouraging teachers to incorporate such resources to create more dynamic and authentic language learning environments.Item Investigating Students’ Attitudes Towards Using Artificial Intelligence in Learning English Students of English at the University of Ghardaia as a case study(جامعة غرداية, 2025) Amina, HADJADJThis research aims to investigate university students’ attitudes towards the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in English language learning. With the rise of new technologies in education, AI is becoming an important part of language learning by offering tools that help students improve their skills in reading, speaking, listening, and writing. This research employed a mixed-method approach to explore student’s perceptions, experiences and challenges in using AI for learning English. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected usingstructured questionnaires distributed to 90 students of English across various academic levels (L1, L2, L3, M1, M2) at the University of Ghardaia, and analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The results indicated that the majority of sudents’ have a positive view of AI tools and believe that they can support language development and improve their skills. The study’s valuable insights highlighted the need to incorporate technological materials, such as AI tools, into the curriculum. This would allow students to practice and improve not only their core language skills but also other important abilities such as critical thinking and problemsolving. Therefore, educators are encouraged to take advantage of these technologies and integrate them into the classroom as effective teaching materials, bringing the outside world into the learning environment. .Item Parents’ Attitudes Towards Teaching English at Primary School :A case study of Parents at Aisha Oum El Mouminine Primary School in Ghardaia.(BOUKERMOUCHE, 2024) Wafa, REZZOUG; Ikram, MUSTAPHAThe study aimed to explore parents' attitudes towards teaching English at Aisha Oum Elmouminine Primary School in Ghardaia province, using a mixed-method research design that combined quantitative and qualitative approaches. A questionnaire was distributed to 40 out of 50 parents, and interviews were conducted with 8 parents. The questionnaire was analyzed manually.As for the analysis of the responses to open ended questions in the interview, parents' comments were written down on separate sheets and were reported for analysis and interpretation. The findings indicated that the majority of participants agreed with teaching English in primary schools and expressed positive attitudes. They believed that teaching English at an early stage could enhance students' cognitive abilities and serve as a global language for communication. On the other hand, some individuals who had reservations about introducing English at an early age believed it might be premature for students to acquire a foreign language at a young age and emphasized the importance of focusing on their native language. Overall, the results indicated that the majority of parents expressed agreement and positive attitudes towards the idea of teaching English in primary schools.Item Investigating EFL learners’ Attitudes Towards Using English Podcasts for Enhancing their Listening Skills Case Study: First-year Master Students of English at the University of Ghardaia(جامعة غرداية, 2024) Lamia, DAOUADI; Hadjer, BOUNOUAThis research aims to investigate the attitudes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learner’s attitude towards using English podcasts as a tool to enhance their listening skills. Listening is a crucial aspect of language acquisition, and the emergence of podcasts presents a new avenue for learners to develop their listening skills. By understanding EFL learners' attitudes towards podcasts, valuable insights which can help devlop effective listening strategies.This study was conducted at the University of Ghardaia with the first year masters’ students of English. A descriptive research Design was employed, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Questionnaire was administered to 40 students, while interviews were conducted with six teachers. The results indicated that the majority of EFL learners are in favour of using English podcasts to develop their listening skills. The study's valuable insights highlighted the need to incorporate technological materials, such as podcasts, into the curriculum. This would allow students to practice and improve their listening skill and other skills such as speaking skill partuculary pronuciation. However, educators should take advantage of podcasts and integrate them into the classroom as teaching materials, bringing the outside world into the learning environment. Key words: listening skill, podcasts, attitudes, EFL learnersThis research aims to investigate the attitudes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learner’s attitude towards using English podcasts as a tool to enhance their listening skills. Listening is a crucial aspect of language acquisition, and the emergence of podcasts presents a new avenue for learners to develop their listening skills. By understanding EFL learners' attitudes towards podcasts, valuable insights which can help devlop effective listening strategies.This study was conducted at the University of Ghardaia with the first year masters’ students of English. A descriptive research Design was employed, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Questionnaire was administered to 40 students, while interviews were conducted with six teachers. The results indicated that the majority of EFL learners are in favour of using English podcasts to develop their listening skills. The study's valuable insights highlighted the need to incorporate technological materials, such as podcasts, into the curriculum. This would allow students to practice and improve their listening skill and other skills such as speaking skill partuculary pronuciation. However, educators should take advantage of podcasts and integrate them into the classroom as teaching materials, bringing the outside world into the learning environment.Item Investigating the Perceptions and Attitudes of EFL learners towards Business English The Case of the Faculty of Economics students at the University of Ouargla(جامعة غرداية, 2024) Salah Eddine, CHERRAK; Djelloul, KADDOURIEnglish has become a global language and a means of international communication. It is an important language in educational field and future professional jobs. However, English has developed to become the global language for business field. English for specific purposes (ESP) is inherently a student- centered subject. Learners‘ perceptions and attitudes are the fundamental determinants of the learning outcomes of ESP students. This Research shows that the distinction between ‗General English‘ and ESP which the latter focuses on understanding the learners‘ needs. This research carries out a mixed-methods study of 87 management, economics and commerce students at the University of Ouargla with the objective of formulating strategies for improving Business English programs to enhance students‘ employability. The participants‘ perceptions and attitudes regarding the importance of Business English in preparing them for their academic study and the job market, along with a self-assessment of their language needs, were gathered via a 20 -item close-ended questionnaire with students in management and commerce .The results indicate that university students of management and commerce at Ouargla university , are fully aware of their language needs and can make decisions regarding the particular language skills that are needed for their own success in the academic study and the job market. The results also show that students hold very positive attitudes towards Business English and believe that success in the study and career is dependent on proper and adequate Business English provision at the university level.Item Investigating EFL learners’ attitudes towards using English podcasts for enhancing their listening skills Case study: First-year Master Students of English at the University of Ghardaia(جامعة غرداية, 2024) DAOUADI, Lamia; BOUNOUA, HadjerThis research aims to investigate the attitudes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners towards using English podcasts as a tool to enhance their listening skills. Listening is a crucial aspect of language acquisition, and the emergence of podcasts presents a new avenue for learners to develop their listening skills. By understanding EFL learners' attitudes towards podcasts, valuable insights can be gained into their preferences and help devlop effective listening strategies.This study was conducted at the University of Ghardaia with the first-year master students of English. A descriptive research was employed, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Questionnaires were administered to 40 students, while interviews were conducted with 6 teachers. The results indicated that the majority of EFL learners are in favour of using English podcasts to develop their listening skills. Key words: ,Item Parents’ Attitudes Towards Teaching English at Primary School :A case study of Parents at Aisha Oum El Mouminine Primary School in Ghardaia.(جامعة غرداية, 2024) Wafa, REZZOUG; Ikram, MUSTAPHAThe study aimed to explore parents' attitudes towards teaching English at Aisha Oum Elmouminine Primary School in Ghardaia province, using a mixed-method research design that combined quantitative and qualitative approaches. A questionnaire was distributed to 40 out of 50 parents, and interviews were conducted with 8 parents. The questionnaire was analyzed manually.As for the analysis of the responses to open ended questions in the interview, parents' comments were written down on separate sheets and were reported for analysis and interpretation. The findings indicated that the majority of participants agreed with teaching English in primary schools and expressed positive attitudes. They believed that teaching English at an early stage could enhance students' cognitive abilities and serve as a global language for communication. On the other hand, some individuals who had reservations about introducing English at an early age believed it might be premature for students to acquire a foreign language at a young age and emphasized the importance of focusing on their native language. Overall, the results indicated that the majority of parents expressed agreement and positive attitudes towards the idea of teaching English in primary schools.