Educational Terminology in the Algerian Educational System in Light of Specialized Dictionaries
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Dec 25, 2025
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Educational terminology, Educational system, Reference, Terminology Science, Specialized Dictionaries
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This study investigates the educational terminology used in Algerian middle school curricula. It analyzes the clarity, accuracy, and standardization of these terms by comparing a sample from the Arabic language curriculum to their equivalents in Francophone and Anglophone specialized dictionaries. The findings reveal significant discrepancies rooted in their translation sources (French vs. English references), which in turn impacts terminological unity. The research concludes with a set of recommendations for improving curriculum terminology and developing standardized specialized lexicons.
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Ouazib, S., & Chalghoum, N. (2025). Educational Terminology in the Algerian Educational System in Light of Specialized Dictionaries. AL-Lisaniyyat, 31(2), 46-62. Retrieved from https://www.crstdla.dz/ojs/index.php/allj/article/view/758
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