Social Sciences Journal

The role of mosques in enhancing the concept of intellectual security in society from the point of view of the imams - A field study of some mosques in the state of Laghouat

Benchohra GRINAT

This study aimed to explore the level of promoting the concept of intellectual security within the community from the perspective of mosque imams in the province of Laghouat. The study sample consisted of 60 mosque imams, and a descriptive approach was employed. A questionnaire was used as a tool for data collection. The study found that the majority of the sample respondents' responses were mostly at a high level in the three dimensions (identity and nationality, dialogue and acceptance of others, cultural and civilizational belonging) of intellectual security. The results also showed differences in the role of imams in promoting the concept of intellectual security from their perspective, attributed to their educational qualifications (PhD holders), years of service (more than 20 years), and place of residence (urban areas).

E-Publishing and the Quality of Scientific Research according to the Algerian National Reference for Internal Quality Assurance in Higher Education Institutions: A Perspective from Faculty Members of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Amar Thelidji Universit

ُElhadj aissa ZAIDI, Ahmed HADJADJ

The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of e-publishing on the improvement of scientific research quality, as outlined in the national reference for internal quality assurance in higher education institutions. The study will focus on the viewpoints of faculty members at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Amar Thelidji University in Laghouat. From the perspective of Systems theory, which views phenomena as interconnected systems with inputs, outputs, and feedback loops, e-publishing acts as a catalyst that impacts every aspect of the research process. By examining the following question: Can electronic publishing help raise the caliber of scientific research, from the viewpoint of the professors at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Amar Thelidji University Laghouat?

In order to answer these questions, a descriptive approach was employed, utilizing a questionnaire including 39 items to gather essential data from the study sample, which was approximated to consist of 161 professors. The findings of the study indicate that e-publishing has a significant role in improving the caliber of scientific research through its contributions to its advancement, organization, establishment of scientific networks and collaborations, and recognition of the value of scientific research.

Distance Education in Algeria: The "Moodle" Platform as a Model

Siham ABDELAZIZ, Hayat TAHRI

This study aims to explore Algeria's experience with distance education through the use of the Moodle platform. It seeks to identify the main challenges facing the educational process. The results indicate a shift towards the use of the Moodle platform by teachers and students, especially in the last two years, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This has made distance education via the Moodle platform a necessity despite the lack of experience and limited resources.

Therefore, it is imperative that Algerian universities are equipped with the necessary tools for implementing distance education and that specialists and technicians are trained in using the Moodle platform.

Trends and Prospectsof the Urban Growth in Algeria the state of Batna as a model

Salaheddine AMRAOUI, Sihem OUANASSI, Mustapha AOUFI

This study aims to highlight on the reality of urban growth in Algeria and its future trends and prospects by tracking the process of urbanization and its development through the stages that Algeria has gone through from the colonial period to the present time, where the focus was on the study of urban growth factors, especially the demographic factors represented by the increase in population and rural displacement without forgetting the factor of absence of security during the black decade as well as the development policy of the country and the regulatory factors, Based on a cartographic programmephilcarto and using statistical data to monitor, describe and forecast Algeria's urban growth rates using the demographic spectrum program (spectrum) and studying the state of Batna, in addition to addressing the various effects and secretions left by the rapid pace of urban growth and urbanization on various Algerian cities, which has generated urban and environmental imbalances and crises that have caused obstacles to economic, social and cultural development, as well as the study of the effects of urban growth in Batna, which has also been done at a rapid pace and regular and chaotic ways that have contributed to creating problems in the future expansion of the city and a large consumption of real estate where it has reached the point of total saturation, the subject matter that requires urgent solutions and reconsideration.

The Sociodemographic and economic characteristics of Algerian youth in the NEET space through MICS 6

Rachid CHAHROUR, Karim BENSAID

The goal of our study is to highlight some characteristics related to Algerian youth who are considered to be in the NEET space, As this group is considered to be able to contribute to economic growth and be able to guarantee its future, This is done by integrating it into the labor market by configuring it according to the requirements of the labor market. The results of our study showed the results on a sample of 8610 young people who are not engaged in any studies or training and are not workers. However, most of the youth in the NEET space reside in urban areas, and in terms of their educational level, most of them are at the intermediate level, followed by those who are in secondary school. With regard to university graduates, they rank third in terms of their number among the total number of young people in the NEET field, and with regard to gender, males represent slightly more than 50%, while females represent less than half of the total of this category.

The integrative situation in teaching Arabic language between reality and expectations - (The average third year as a model )

Hania MAIDI

Modern approaches tended to activate educational practice, activate the learner, and invest in his previous acquisitions. That is an embodiment of the active learning based on building of learnings, not accumulating of informations, which the cognitive and social constructivism call for it. This philosophy is concerned with building the learner through his learnings by reorganizing the knowledge acquisitions within new learning processes. This is what is termed the concept of integration.

The integrative situation is one of the most important components of the competency approach. Rather, it is among its basic requirements that it work to embody it, as it requires active operations of employing previous acquisitions and using complex situations, it constitutes, in the end, a final competency aimed by the effective education.

This research paper falls within this context, which seeks to present the integrative situation in the context of the new reforms and to know the most important developments about it, and the requirements to achieve them in terms of teaching and assessment methods.

Through its general structure, the study aims to ascertain the reality of teaching the integrative situation in the average third-year language education in order to recognize obstacles and look forward to solutions and proposals.

We have concluded that, under second-generation reforms, integrative situation has taken on a new dimension centred on improvement, development and optimal use of acquisitions and instructions, but it still needs to develop content, diversify methods and employ educational media.

Arab culture of learning

Fekih KHOUADJA

The current paper aims to investigate some Arab culture of learning, it is common that achievement in Arab world ad attitudes towards learning are low. Yet, importing constructivist approaches is not beneficial, such as competency-based, objective, task-based and communicative approaches. The paper focuses on cognitive aspects of Arab learners as revealed by relevant literature, those qualities are so different from Western ones, as it is assumed by constructivist instruction. The results showed some constrains that hindered competency-based practices to take place or develop, so the educational reformers declared aims were not realized. The Arab culture of learning is examined through social constructivism, so it is actually reflect unavoidable cultural bias, it is recommended to address that problem from Arab culture itself.

The Islamic Religious Institution And the Question of Difference in the Arab World

Hasan HAMI

This article aimed to understand the historical, political and sociological contexts that affected the Islamic religious institution and its relationship to issues of difference, renewal of religious discourse and freedom of thought, by trying to know the status of renewing and reviewing religious discourse in official/informal religious institutions and its limits, and discussing the issue of blasphemy, ancient and modern, and its contents and backgrounds Political and ideological, in addition to presenting a perception about the consequences of freedom of thought in the Arab world with the overlapping of the political and religious fields. and the relationship between the religious instition and the academic elits in the contexte of Islamic culture

University training within the framework of the quality assurance system: a field study in some Eastern universities

Amira BAGHDADI, Nabil BOUZID

This research aims to find the best way to improve the practical application of the quality assurance system in Algerian universities in order to enable improvement in the quality of training. To reach this goal, a two questionnaires were applied as a measurement tool after verifying their psychometric properties. The study reached results, the most important of which are: The quality assurance system at the Algerian university has not been effectively applied on the ground since it was put into effect in 2008. Also, the quality assurance cells are not really effective at the university; the main obstacles that hindered the practical application of the quality assurance system in Algerian universities were identified ; Coming up with some proposals that may contribute to activating the application and operation of the quality assurance system in Algerian universities.

Establishing the Principle of Compulsory Education in the Islamic Educational Thought through Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali

Ahmed LACHAAL, Miloud HAMIDAT

This study aims to uncover the principle of the compulsory education in the field of Islamic educational thought through the intellectual works of Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali, and his most known writings, which summarized his educational pedagogical philosophy that has derived from the teachings of Islam. The study revealed that Al-Ghazali has designated the first section of his book, The Revival, to show the advantage and dignity of science, in addition to its high status in Islam as he considers learning and teaching an obligation for every Muslim. To support this, he used a great amount of religious evidence that reinforce the necessity of learning and teaching for Muslims, showing the duties of parents toward their children at a certain age of learning. In addition, he illustrates what he should learn by providing some conditions to be found with every teacher and learner.

Evaluating spatial ability among a sample of children with mild mental retardation - A field study in the governorates of Laghouat and Djelfa

Djeloul BENYATOU, Tahar BOUDJEMEL

This study aimed to detect the level of spatial ability for people with mild mental retardation, and knowing the effect of some variables such as gender and length of stay in pedagogical medical centers, In order to achieve the objectives of this study, We used the cohs cubes test On a sample of 30 children with mild mental retardation In these centers in Laghouat and Djelfa.

- There is a decrease in the level of spatial ability in people with mild mental retardation.

-There are statistically significant differences in the level of spatial ability among people with simple mental retardation due to the gender variable in favor of males.

-There are statistically significant differences in the level of spatial ability among people with simple mental retardation due to the variable period of stay in pedagogical medical centers in favor of those with longer duration.

Criteria for marital choice and their relationship to marital compatibility - A field study on a sample of married women in the state of Laghouat

Djamila BENGHOUINI, Ali BOUKHALKHAL, Mohamed TOUHAMI

The marital choice is considered the cornerstone and the first step in the stage in preparation for married life, it is one of the most important decisions in the lives of men and women, the process of marital choice is influenced by set of criteria that distinguish individuals, leading those contemplating marriage to search for these specifications to determine their stance on the choice, and from this standpoint this study aimed to reveal the relationship between marital choice criteria and marital compatibility among a sample of married women in the state of Laghouat, The questionnaire was used ona sample of 130 married women who were chosen intentionally, and the descriptive, co relational approach was relied upon, the results of the study reached:

There is a weak statistically significant direct correlation between the formal criterion of marital choice and marital compatibility.

There is a weak statistically significant direct correlation between the material criterion marital choice and marital compatibility.

There is a weak statistically significant direct correlation between the social criterion marital choice and marital compatibility.

Suicide, its factors and its relationship to psychological stress and some personality variables among young people in the Algerian environment

Aziza ANNOU, Fatiha YAGOUB

Suicide is a psychosocial phenomenon that is severe, self-destructive violence resulting from masochism, and it is an indication of deep disturbance and great suffering that threatens the life of the individual and society alike, considering that it is a phenomenon that has begun to spread. It is expanding, as its study has become more than necessary for survivaly The lives of young people are the asset of society and their path to development. From this standpoint, this psychological study was conducted, in which 300 males and 300 females attempted suicide at the Mustafa Pasha University Hospital in Algiers, and their ages ranged between 19-47 years.

In this study, we applied a special questionnaire to study the factors of suicide and a set of tests to measure personality variables, represented by the Rosemburg self-esteem scale, the A scale. u for neurotic anxiety, Beck hopelessness scale, stress perception scale, Beck depression scale.

The study concluded that there were psychological, family, social, and even religious factors that contributed to suicide attempts among sample members, in addition to the existence of correlational relationships between suicide attempts and psychological stress, and between suicide and the personality variables of self-esteem, anxiety, despair, and depression, which are statistically significant correlations at the 0.01 level.

Local development in the shadow areas - An analytical study of development projects for the shadow areas in the state of Laghouat

Ahmed MKADEM, Mohamed DERR

The state’s interest in local development, especially what relates to shadow areas has made it a basic requirement that all states seek to achieve for the sake of economic growth and social justice that contribute to thewell-being of the various regions of these states through fairand thoughtful development programs that are in linewith the requirements and needs of these areas.

Hence our study came to investigate the development projects witnessed in some shadow areas the state of Laghouat by presenting and analyzing themand demonstrating the degree of their contribution to improving the lives of the residents of these areas.

Problem solving skill assessment in the light of gender and discipline - field study among a sample of lghouat university students

Elhadj KADDOURI, Fadhila HIZOUM

This study aims to figure out the level of problem solving skills in Laghouat university students, and define the differences between these skills according to (Gender, discipline and age). To achieve the goals of the study, the searchers have applied the descriptive method among a sample of 67 students (male and female); and using the Heppner & Petersen problem solving scale to collect data. After the statistical analysis of data, results showed a higher level of problem solving skills among students, and no differences between students in problem solving skills level according to (gender and discipline); and differences in this latter according to age.

The Conceptualizations of Authority, Sovereignty, and the State in the Political Thought of Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Belkacem BENCHAIB

The political thought of Jean-Jacques Rousseau is manifested in concepts rooted in the disparities among individuals and groups arising from the relationships inherent in various ideologies and political systems. These differences are shaped by the nature and origin of the state, which often comes at the expense of political systems characterized by a singular political authority. Rousseau's ideas are exemplified in the social contract that underpins the state, founded on popular and democratic principles. The foundational premise of the political hierarchy is the people, who constitute the bedrock of authority and its continuity as a sovereign state, supported by state apparatuses operated by the populace in accordance with this contract. This agreement signifies a total or partial delegation of power from the ruler to the governed, representing them within a unified political framework. This indicates the existence of legislative, executive, and judicial powers, whose roles within the political authority are evident. The political thought illustrated by Rousseau delineates a structure of the state based on the interactive relationships between the executive and legislative powers, which are realized only through popular sovereignty and an organized political authority that stands independently. This reflects a dynamic interaction within the body of authority grounded in civil society and laws adhering to democratic processes, despite differing ideological forms. Ultimately, this serves as a political foundation for the spirit of Rousseau’s political authority, which is based on sovereignty

The relationship of the level of control in scientific concepts to the attitude towards physics - Students of the third year of secondary school have experimental sciences

Ali RAISSI, Mustapha HASSANI

The interest in acquiring, developing and maintaining positive trends from the early stages of between scientific concepts and the trend towards physical sciences among students of the third year of education is very important for all levels of study, so this study came to reveal the relationship secondary experimental sciences. The study sample included (90) male and female students. We also used the descriptive method in our study, in addition to statistical methods, and we reached the following results: There is a statistically significant correlation between scientific concepts and the trend towards physical sciences.

The study also showed: The third year secondary students enjoy a high level of acquiring scientific concepts, and that there are no differences between males and females in that. And that there are no fundamental differences in the trend towards physical sciences between males and females

Executives Concept and Roles

Noureddine BASTI, Saida BENYAMINA

Who Are Executives and what are their roles? The concept of executives has faced numerous difficulties in definition, much like other concepts commonly used in sociology. These difficulties arise from the nature of the concept itself, as well as the temporal and spatial contexts in which it has emerged. Additionally, the methodological approaches to studying this concept are often marked by a lack of adherence to the principles of scientific methodology. However, the term "executives" generally refers to those individuals with advanced scientific training, high competence, and skills that enable them to occupy significant positions within an organization. These positions provide them the opportunity to make important decisions, distinguishing them from others and granting them a special significance due to their ability to innovate, create, and improve. Their objectives are often distinct, particularly in their capacity to lead change, address complex and unforeseen problems, and proactively identify areas of deficiency. As such, the role of executives is multifaceted and complex, encompassing planning, oversight, support, problem-solving, leadership, development, organization, and more. This study is a modest attempt to shed light on some of these aspects.

Teaching Arabic according to the communicative approach

Tayeb CHIBANI

The communicative approach emanating from pragmatic linguistics aims to develop the communicative ability of the learner, who is the center of its attention. Instead of memorizing grammar rules, and piling them in the mind.

Quality of life at work of the health sector and its relation to functional performance - A field study in the mixed hospital Ben Ali DghenAghouat

Hind MAMMRI

The aim of this study is to shed light on the topic of quality of life at work in the health sector in the mixed hospital Ben Ali Dghen -Aghouat- through the following: Measuring the level of quality of life at work for the study sample. Searching for the relation between life quality at work and functional performance.

The questionnaire was used as a tool for the study and The study sample numbered is 116 individuals they were selected in a stratified random, the following results were obtained: there’s a high level of quality of life at work in the health sector of the mixed hospital Ben Ali Dghen Aghouat. there’s a positive relation between the quality of life at work and the functional performance.

Future anxiety in parents of children with cerebral palsy

Messaouda BENSAYEH

The current study aimed to determine the level of future anxiety among a sample of parents of children with cerebral palsy, as well as to know the differences in the level of future anxiety among parents of children with cerebral palsy according to the variable of gender. The descriptive approach was used, and the future anxiety scale prepared by the researcher was applied to a sample consisting of: 14 fathers, The mothers were chosen intentionally, and to verify the results of the study, T-selection was used for the samples, arithmetic means, and standard deviations. It was found that there was an average level of future anxiety among the parents of children with cerebral palsy, and that there were no differences in future anxiety according to the gender variable.

validity and reliability that forge the motive for achievement )observation as a key research tool( to children 5-6 years

Badria NOUAI, Tayeb BELARBI — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The study aims at identifying the parameters of validity and reliability that forge the motive for achievement to children (5-6 years) brelying on the use of observation as a key research tool. The process preparing the scale consists of the following steps: designing and presenting the scale to the reviewers, then, applying it to a sample of first-year primary children, which includes 27 boys and girls. The results show good consistency coefficients by using Cronbach’sAlpha. There is also a correlation between the item and the total score of the dimension as the latter correlated with the total score of the scal More importantly, the parameters of the validity of the peripheral comparison are significant for the scale.