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Cezayir Üniversitelerinde EFL Sınıflarında Pedagojik Bir Destek Olarak Translanguaging

Year 2026, Volume: 11 Issue: 1, 1 - 14, 24.03.2026
https://doi.org/10.30622/tarr.1852730
https://izlik.org/JA25UU69UZ

Abstract

Bu çalışma, Cezayir’in Guelma kentindeki 08 Mai 1945 Üniversitesi’nde İngilizceyi yabancı dil olarak öğrenen sınıflarda, anlama düzeyini ve öğrenci katılımını artırmak amacıyla pedagojik bir destek olarak translanguaging’in kullanımını incelemektedir. Translanguaging, çok dilli sınıflarda anlam kurmayı desteklemek ve iletişimi kolaylaştırmak için öğrencilerin tüm dil repertuarlarını (Arapça, Fransızca ve İngilizce dâhil) stratejik ve esnek biçimde kullanmalarını ifade eder. Öğrencilerin sıklıkla birden fazla dil arasında geçiş yaptığı Cezayir yükseköğretim bağlamında translanguaging, dilsel boşlukları kapatmak, karmaşık kavramları açıklığa kavuşturmak ve aktif katılımı teşvik etmek için pratik bir araç sunmaktadır. Çalışma, translanguaging’in anlama ve katılımı nasıl desteklediğini araştırmak amacıyla sınıf gözlemleri, öğrenci anketleri ve yarı yapılandırılmış öğretim elemanı görüşmelerinden yararlanan nitel bir durum çalışması deseni benimsemektedir. Bulgular, birden fazla dilin bilinçli biçimde ders sürecine dâhil edilmesinin öğrencilerin ders içeriğini daha iyi anlamalarına, özgüven kazanmalarına ve sınıf içi etkinliklerde daha yüksek düzeyde etkileşim göstermelerine katkı sağladığını ortaya koymaktadır. Öğretim elemanlarının amaçlı translanguaging kullanımı, tüm öğrencilerin sınıf içi söyleme anlamlı biçimde katılmasına imkân tanıyarak daha kapsayıcı bir öğrenme ortamı oluşturmaktadır. Araştırma ayrıca, İngilizceye maruz kalma ile çok dilli desteği dengeleme ve yalnızca İngilizce kullanımını öngören kurumsal beklentilerle baş etme gibi translanguaging’e ilişkin bazı güçlükleri de vurgulamaktadır. Bulgular, translanguaging’in Cezayir’deki İngilizceyi yabancı dil olarak öğretme sınıflarında etkili bir pedagojik strateji olma potansiyelini ortaya koymakta; öğretmen eğitimi, müfredat tasarımı ve öğrencilerin çok dilli kaynaklarından yararlanarak hem bilişsel hem de etkileşimsel öğrenme çıktılarının geliştirilmesine yönelik öğretim uygulamaları için pratik öneriler sunmaktadır.

Ethical Statement

Bu makale, yazar Himoura Kawther tarafından Cezayir’in Guelma kentindeki 08 Mayıs 1945 Üniversitesi’nde, İletişim Yüksek Lisans 2. sınıf derslerinde gözlemlenen diller arası geçiş uygulamaları üzerine yürütülen özgün bir araştırmayı sunmaktadır. Çalışma, pasif sınıf gözlemi ve isimsizleştirilmiş öğrenci yanıtlarını içermektedir. Hiçbir müdahale veya notlandırma etkisi söz konusu olmamıştır; tüm katılımcılara çalışmanın amacı açıklanmış ve gönüllü rızaları alınmıştır.

Supporting Institution

08 Mayıs 1945, Guelma, Cezayir Üniversitesi

References

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  • Li, W. (2018). Translanguaging as a practical theory of language. Applied Linguistics, 39(1), 9–30. https://doi.org/10.1093/applin/amx039
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Translanguaging as a Pedagogical Scaffold in Algerian University EFL Classrooms

Year 2026, Volume: 11 Issue: 1, 1 - 14, 24.03.2026
https://doi.org/10.30622/tarr.1852730
https://izlik.org/JA25UU69UZ

Abstract

This study investigates the use of translanguaging as a pedagogical scaffold to enhance comprehension and learner participation in EFL classrooms at the University of 08 Mai 1945, Guelma, Algeria. Translanguaging refers to the strategic and flexible use of learners’ full linguistic repertoires (including Arabic, French, and English) to support meaning-making and facilitate communication in multilingual classrooms. In Algerian higher education, where students frequently navigate multiple languages, translanguaging offers a practical means to bridge linguistic gaps, clarify complex concepts, and promote active engagement.The study adopts a qualitative case study design, drawing on classroom observations, student questionnaires, and semi-structured instructor interviews to explore the ways in which translanguaging supports comprehension and participation. Findings indicate that learners benefit from the deliberate integration of multiple languages, showing enhanced understanding of lesson content, increased confidence, and higher levels of interaction during classroom activities. Instructors’ purposeful use of translanguaging fosters a more inclusive learning environment, allowing all students to contribute meaningfully to classroom discourse. The research also highlights challenges associated with translanguaging, including balancing English exposure with multilingual support and navigating institutional expectations for English-only instruction. The findings underscore the potential of translanguaging as an effective pedagogical strategy in Algerian EFL classrooms and provide practical recommendations for teacher training, curriculum design, and instructional practices that leverage students’ multilingual resources to improve both cognitive and interactional learning outcomes.

Ethical Statement

This article presents original research conducted by the author, Himoura Kawther, on translanguaging practices in Master 2 Communication courses at the University of 08 Mai 1945, Guelma, Algeria. The study involves passive classroom observation and anonymized student responses. No intervention or grading influence occurred, and all participants were informed of the study’s purpose and provided voluntary consent.

Supporting Institution

University of 08 Mai 1945, Guelma, Algeria

Thanks

The author thanks all participants for their cooperation and contribution to this research.

References

  • Boukhentache, S. (2024). EFL teachers’ attitudes towards the implementation of translanguaging in Algerian schools and universities. Afkar wa Affak, 12(3), 125–146
  • Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3(2), 77–101. https://doi.org/10.1191/1478088706qp063oa
  • Canagarajah, S. (2011). Translanguaging in the classroom: Emerging issues for research and pedagogy. Applied Linguistics Review, 2(1), 1–28. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110239331.1
  • Creese, A., & Blackledge, A. (2010). Translanguaging in the bilingual classroom: A pedagogy for learning and teaching? The Modern Language Journal, 94(1), 103–115. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4781.2009.00986.x
  • García, O. (2009). Bilingual education in the 21st century: A global perspective. Wiley-Blackwell.
  • García, O., & Sylvan, C. E. (2011). Pedagogies and practices in multilingual classrooms: Singularities in pluralities. The Modern Language Journal, 95(3), 385–400. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4781.2011.01208.x
  • García, O., & Li, W. (2014). Translanguaging: Language, bilingualism and education. Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Lekatompessy, F. M., & Lekatompessy, J. (2025). Translanguaging and formative assessment practices in multilingual EFL classrooms. Huele: Journal of Applied Linguistics, Literature and Culture, 5(2), 102–122. https://doi.org/10.30598/huele.v5.i2.p102-122
  • Lewis, G., Jones, B., & Baker, C. (2012). Translanguaging: Developing its conceptualisation and contextualisation. Educational Research and Evaluation, 18(7), 655–670. https://doi.org/10.1080/13803611.2012.718490
  • Li, W. (2018). Translanguaging as a practical theory of language. Applied Linguistics, 39(1), 9–30. https://doi.org/10.1093/applin/amx039
  • Shaikh, A. R. (2025). Translanguaging practices in multilingual English language classrooms: Pedagogical implications and learner outcomes. Research Studies in English Language Teaching and Learning, 3(2), 412–423. https://doi.org/10.62583/rseltl.v3i2.84
  • Stihi, O. (2021). Ecological approaches to language education: Translanguaging in the Algerian EFL classroom. Revue Traduction et Langues, 20(1), 298–312. https://doi.org/10.52919/translang.v20i1.309
  • Vogel, S., & García, O. (2017). Translanguaging. In Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Education. Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/acrefore/9780190264093.013.181
  • Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in Society: The Development of Higher Psychological Processes. Cambridge. Harvard University Press.
  • Yin, R. K. (2014). Case study research: Design and methods (5th ed.). Sage Publications.

Year 2026, Volume: 11 Issue: 1, 1 - 14, 24.03.2026
https://doi.org/10.30622/tarr.1852730
https://izlik.org/JA25UU69UZ

Abstract

References

  • Boukhentache, S. (2024). EFL teachers’ attitudes towards the implementation of translanguaging in Algerian schools and universities. Afkar wa Affak, 12(3), 125–146
  • Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3(2), 77–101. https://doi.org/10.1191/1478088706qp063oa
  • Canagarajah, S. (2011). Translanguaging in the classroom: Emerging issues for research and pedagogy. Applied Linguistics Review, 2(1), 1–28. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110239331.1
  • Creese, A., & Blackledge, A. (2010). Translanguaging in the bilingual classroom: A pedagogy for learning and teaching? The Modern Language Journal, 94(1), 103–115. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4781.2009.00986.x
  • García, O. (2009). Bilingual education in the 21st century: A global perspective. Wiley-Blackwell.
  • García, O., & Sylvan, C. E. (2011). Pedagogies and practices in multilingual classrooms: Singularities in pluralities. The Modern Language Journal, 95(3), 385–400. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4781.2011.01208.x
  • García, O., & Li, W. (2014). Translanguaging: Language, bilingualism and education. Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Lekatompessy, F. M., & Lekatompessy, J. (2025). Translanguaging and formative assessment practices in multilingual EFL classrooms. Huele: Journal of Applied Linguistics, Literature and Culture, 5(2), 102–122. https://doi.org/10.30598/huele.v5.i2.p102-122
  • Lewis, G., Jones, B., & Baker, C. (2012). Translanguaging: Developing its conceptualisation and contextualisation. Educational Research and Evaluation, 18(7), 655–670. https://doi.org/10.1080/13803611.2012.718490
  • Li, W. (2018). Translanguaging as a practical theory of language. Applied Linguistics, 39(1), 9–30. https://doi.org/10.1093/applin/amx039
  • Shaikh, A. R. (2025). Translanguaging practices in multilingual English language classrooms: Pedagogical implications and learner outcomes. Research Studies in English Language Teaching and Learning, 3(2), 412–423. https://doi.org/10.62583/rseltl.v3i2.84
  • Stihi, O. (2021). Ecological approaches to language education: Translanguaging in the Algerian EFL classroom. Revue Traduction et Langues, 20(1), 298–312. https://doi.org/10.52919/translang.v20i1.309
  • Vogel, S., & García, O. (2017). Translanguaging. In Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Education. Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/acrefore/9780190264093.013.181
  • Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in Society: The Development of Higher Psychological Processes. Cambridge. Harvard University Press.
  • Yin, R. K. (2014). Case study research: Design and methods (5th ed.). Sage Publications.
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Details

Primary Language English
Subjects English As A Second Language
Journal Section Research Article
Authors

Himoura Kawther 0009-0009-5899-9455

Submission Date December 31, 2025
Acceptance Date February 7, 2026
Publication Date March 24, 2026
DOI https://doi.org/10.30622/tarr.1852730
IZ https://izlik.org/JA25UU69UZ
Published in Issue Year 2026 Volume: 11 Issue: 1

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APA Kawther, H. (2026). Translanguaging as a Pedagogical Scaffold in Algerian University EFL Classrooms. Turkish Academic Research Review, 11(1), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.30622/tarr.1852730