International Journal of Social Communication
The International Journal of Social Communication, issued by the laboratory of media and communication studies , is concerned with theoretical and empirical research, and seeks to provide new approaches to the phenomena of communication and media from innovative perspective , based on deep and consolidate critical thinking which aims to question the current concepts and empirical trends, and which try through analytical methods and scientific inquiry to interpret and understand the relationship between the indicators of the phenomena of new media and communication and to dissect their manifestations, both in the Arab and Islamic world and in the global context. The journal gives special attention to research that focuses on social, civilizational and value-based variables, and which intends to approach the psychological and social behavior of social agents and their complex relationship to society in general.
مخبر الدراسات الإتصالية والإعلامية وتحليل الخطاب
Enhancing Access To Digital Collections Through University Library Websites: An Evaluation Study
University library websites in Algeria serve not only as information systems but also as digital communication platforms that connect academic institutions with students and researchers. However, they face challenges in providing effective and user-centered access to digital collections. This study aims to evaluate 15 Algerian university library websites in terms of providing access to digital collections. Using a checklist based on usability and international accessibility standards, the evaluation focuses on navigation, search functionality, and access to digital resources. Findings reveal that most websites are well-organized and easy to navigate but lack multilingual support, advanced search features, and varied content formats such as e-books and multimedia. Additionally, essential services such as virtual assistants and interactive tools are largely absent, which limits online engagement and academic visibility. Recommendations include enhancing accessibility, adding Web 2.0 functionalities, and expanding digital collections. Future work should incorporate automated accessibility testing tools, such as the WAVE tool to address technical barriers on these platforms.
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Healing Trauma through Confession in Aristotelian Catharsis: a Discourse Analysis of Oscar Wilde’s De Profundis (1905)
This paper looks at the connection between trauma and Aristotelian catharsis through the lens of Oscar Wilde's De Profundis (1905), which is a work of confessional writing. Traditionally, catharsis is derived from tragedy, instead this study suggests that prose confession can also exhibit a purgative effect by facing and expressing emotional pain. Employing trauma theory and standard concepts of catharsis, the analysis indicates that Wilde's text constitutes both a personal reckoning and a literary space for emotional release. De Profundis demonstrates how writing can turn a traumatic experience into an instrument to heal for both the author and the reader through the mimetic and affective power of narrative
Media and Communication Cells in Algerian Universities "A Critical Look and Future Visions"
Media and communication cells in the Algerian university are considered a vital element and a key player in building relationships and enhancing communication inside and outside the university institution. They work to provide effective channels of communication with students, professors and employees on the one hand, and with the external environment of the university on the other, which contributes to enhancing transparency and building the confidence of the community as a whole in the university, and plays a major role in building a positive image of the university and highlighting its activities at various levels. Through this intervention, we seek to shed light on the reality of communication and media cells in Algerian universities and the challenges they face, whether in the field of providing information quickly and transparently, or in the field of training human cadres working in them, as well as their efficiency in managing crises, dealing with the media and improving the image of the institution
The Archivist’s Profession in Algeria between Legal and Moral Responsibility
This study aims to highlight on the archivist’s profession in Algeria and display the laws that adjust the practise of profession as well the results that are got from violating these laws through the Penal Code. As the study purposes to review the archivist’s profession ethics. The study reached out to the three principles results, which are; the archivist’s profession is subjecting to the Public Employment Law and the law relating to archive. Furthermore, the archivist is each administration assistant responsible for managing and preserving documents, and the archivist is always subjecting completely in the Charter of Professional Ethics as defined by the International Council on archive in the absence of an Algerian charter
The challenges and practices of investigative journalism in the Arab world through the ARIJ podcast are the focus of this descriptive and analytical study, which draws on a sample of episodes
The present study aims to illuminate the manner in which the Arab Institute for Research and Journalism (ARIJ) utilises the podcast medium to exhibit its investigative endeavours, thereby introducing its investigative work and the prevailing conditions that facilitate such research within various Arab countries. The present study adopted a descriptive and analytical approach. The research community was represented in all episodes of ARIJ's podcast for the first and second seasons by adopting a purposive sample. It was determined that content analysis was the most appropriate tool for this study, and this approach was successful in reaching a number of results, most notably: ARIJ podcasts concentrate on the most significant challenges confronting journalists in the course of conducting investigative research in various Arab countries, in addition to humanitarian and social issues of a human rights nature in these countries
The communication of heritage actors on the heritage identity of the urban Casbah: A comparative study of the Casbahs of Algiers and Bejaia
This research sheds light on the nature of communication between heritage actors concerning the heritage identity of the Casbahs of Bejaia and Algiers. The main objective is to understand the dynamics of communication among these actors and the extent of their contribution to raising awareness of the value and identity of urban heritage. Procedurally, the research is based on a set of scientific interviews with heritage actors from official supervising bodies in Algiers and Bejaia. The theoretical framework of this study is based on Jean Davallon’s communicative approach, which aligns with the subject and its core concepts (communication, presentation, exploitation). This framework provided a fertile ground for understanding the theoretical conception of the topic and offered insights for the fieldwork by analyzing the communication practices of heritage actors in valuing the identity of the two Casbahs and exploring ways of utilizing them for cultural, social, and economic purposes.
The Network of Translators for Linguistic Diversity (Tlaxcala) and Resisting Western Media Dominance
With technological advancements, free, volunteer networks of translators have emerged to defend ideas they consider just, such as the right to cultural and media diversity, the rejection of media dominance in all its forms, and related issues. This research aims to shed light on the modus operandi of one of these groups, the Translators' Network for Linguistic Diversity Tlaxcala, the types of issues they defend, and the extent of their contribution to countering Western hegemony and propaganda. This will include an analysis of the relationship between translation and the concept of media and communication from a theoretical perspective, while also analysing some of the content of this network's website.
The role of media in tourism development : the Qatari experience as a model
Development media is viewed as a type of specialized media that focuses on promoting social, economic, political and cultural development in contemporary societies and countries, by spreading positive awareness and providing information that contributes to improving the lives of individuals and groups, as well as exporting good ideas about countries and creating positive stereotypes among the masses. Therefore, it is used in the fields of tourism and services in general, as countries interested in these economies and industries include it in their development plans as part of their efforts to achieve sustainable development. Among the countries that have followed this approach, we find, for example, the State of Qatar, which has been interested in the tourism sector as an important economic resource, and has always worked to improve its image through the media, especially during the organization of the 2022 World Cup competitions, and has succeeded in doing so with great success.
The Trend of public relations 2.0 in managing the reputation of institutions Practical case University of Bejaia
This article aims to shed light on the most important and modern public Relations 2.0 tools used by university of Abderrahmane mira in general and the Vice-Rectorate of External Relations services in particular to manage its Reputation. Through communication, as a strategic element to build a positive image of the Institution under study. In addition, we used a qualitative approach, relying on observation and scientific interviews with sample members. The study reached the following results: Public relations represent the key of success in managing a reputation of university, to deal with all Stakeholders who interact with university, using modern interactive tools such as official website of university, and the official page on social media.
Trends Among researchers Towards the Use of Open Research Data Available Through the Repositories indexed in Re3data: A Survey study at the Environmental Research Center
This study aims to explore researchers' trends regarding the use of open research data in the fields of natural and life sciences, specifically data available through repositories indexed in Re3data. We employed a descriptive method with a quantitative approach to investigate the attitudes of 35 permanent researchers affiliated with the Algerian Center for Research in the Environment. Data was collected using an electronic questionnaire. The findings revealed that while the respondents possess strong skills in utilizing open research data, their proficiency with the repositories indexed in Re3data is only moderate. This limitation is not due to a lack of capability but rather stems from their limited experience with the data available through these repositories. Additionally, the study found no significant differences in researchers' trends based on the variable of their specialized research department, except for variations related to the types of content used.
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Using Movies as Authentic Materials in English Language Teaching: Algerian Teachers’ Perspectives and Practices
The present study attempts to investigate Algerian high school English language teachers’ perspectives and practices regarding the use of movies as authentic teaching material in ELT contexts in order to help increase learners’ motivation and engagement to learn English. Data were collected using a questionnaire for thirty teachers from different high schools in Mostaganem. Results reveal that most teachers have positive opinions and attitudes towards movies as authentic teaching material. Despite this, only a small portion of teachers integrate movies into their teaching practices and at a low frequency to develop mainly the listening skills of their learners while totally neglecting their benefits in grammar and vocabulary instruction. Such limited exploitation of movies in English language teaching stems from teachers’ difficulty in finding movies with themes related to the content and objectives of the current English language syllabuses as well as in designing movie-based lessons.
Visual Content Creation in the Digital Age: The Dialectic of Responsibility and Image Construction
This article explores the ethical tension between responsibility and image construction in visual content creation within the digital environment. Drawing on concepts such as communication ethics and the social responsibility theory of media, it examines the algorithmic pressures on content creators and highlights recurring ethical breaches, including visual misinformation and the commodification of suffering. These trends reflect a broader cultural crisis that rewards sensationalism over values. In response, the article proposes flexible guiding principles to promote ethical self-regulation and professional awareness, while emphasizing the roles of media literacy, platforms, and legal frameworks in fostering a more humane and responsible digital space.
Analyse des usages technodiscursifs dans les productions journalistiques durant une crise politique. Cas du divorce FCC-CACH en RDC sur X (Twitter)
This research analyzes the technodiscursive uses (hashtag, tag and reported technodiscourse) of journalists in the mediatization of the FCC-CACH divorce on X by taking into account the sociotechnological conditions of production. It implies that the technodiscursive components of X are put at the service of the political alignment of journalists. The study understands the editorial positioning of journalists from the semiodiscursive approach mixed with an ecological posture to analyze journalistic productions in this arena. We discover the emergence of a journalism of editorial autonomy and submission to political groupings
Le marché scientifique : comment le savoir est devenu une marchandise ?
​This work explores the evolving role of scientific publishers, from mere printers to knowledge managers in the digital and AI age. Historically, publishers solidified their position by guaranteeing the credibility of publications through peer review. The rise of the internet initially threatened their monopoly by allowing researchers to self-publish, but publishers responded by emphasizing quality and creating secure digital platforms. Today, faced with the rise of generative AI, they are once again adapting their strategy. Instead of directly competing with tools like ChatGPT, they are integrating AI into their databases (such as ScienceDirect AI), while strengthening the protection of their content. The article argues that publishers, motivated by significant profits, are prepared to meet these technical and legal
Value Dimensions in CNN Arabic's Media Coverage of the War on Gaza
The study is concerned with analyzing the value dimensions of the content of CNN arabic channel's media coverage of the war on Gaza, aiming to identify the values contained in this coverage, based on the value determinism theory, which assumes that values are a standard for the media. The study follows a descriptive analytical approach. the researcher relied on a content analysis tool, which was applied to a purposive sample of 18 individuals, extracted from a research community comprising 38 units during August 2025. The study revealed the dominance of relational values by 61.48% in CNN arabic's media coverage. However, the channel's editorial policy was not neutral according to the positivist perspective, instead it revealed the reproduction of a discourse that reflects political orientations aligning with the interests of its governments, which showed a value conflict between the Palestinian liberation vision and Western media hegemony.
Public communication mechanisms to promote public service in the local administration Case study: Boumerdes state people's council
This study aimed to identify public communication mechanisms to promote public service in the local administration. To achieve the goal of the study, we relied on the case study approach by conducting the study in the Boumerdes State People’s Assembly and relying on the descriptive analytical approach to analyze the data. A questionnaire form was designed as a tool to collect data and distribute it to the council’s 40 employees. The study concluded that the effectiveness of public communication is achieved through activating channels of communication and dialogue and modernizing local administration.
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The Ethics of Scientific Research in the Context of Artificial Intelligence Technologies: An Analysis of Selected Arab and International Charters
This study sought to explore the ethics of using artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific research by analyzing models from Arab and international ethical charters. It addressed the question of whether existing ethical frameworks are sufficient to regulate AI practices when employed as a research tool. Employing a critical analytical methodology, the researcher reviewed relevant literature and charters, focusing on key ethical challenges tied to AI in research and outlining core principles from select Arab and international charters. The study concluded that most charters emphasize general AI ethics without adequate specialization for research applications, underscoring the necessity for clear, binding guidelines and adapting university charters to current demands. It also stressed the pivotal role of researchers’ self-ethical regulation as a cornerstone for preserving scientific integrity
Mechanisms and structures to support and accompany start-ups ANSEJ، ANGEM، CNAC، ANDI
Start-ups are considered an effective development alternative if given attention, given the role they play in economic development by creating mechanisms and structures to support and accompany these institutions, given their importance in increasing job opportunities, creating added value, and developing exports. We will try in This study highlights the most prominent national bodies supporting start-ups in Algeria, as well as some pioneering international experiences in activating economic development programs and upgrading these institutions by creating several bodies and funds to develop and advance them by studying four national bodies: the Agency ANGEM, CNAC Agency.ANDI We relied in our study on the descriptive analytical approach based on analysis and inference. The SPSS program was used to analyze the data. The study concluded that have been able to absorb part of the unemployment rate in Tlemcen and attract a significant proportion of the total job opportunities due to their advantages, which makes relying on them the best option to drive the wheel of economic development
Challenges Concerning The Suitability Of Taditional Sientific Mthod And Tools In Digital Media Studies
تناول البحث عرضا لإشكاليات استخدام المناهج والأدوات العلمية التقليدية في دراسات الإعلام الرقمي، أين نهدف من خلاله إلى محاولة الكشف عن الاختلافات في مجال المعاينة والتحليل بين البيئة التقليدية المألوفة والبيئة الرقمية الجديدة، بالإضافة إلى تحديد صعوبات الاعتماد على المناهج التقليدية في دراسة الإعلام الجديد. وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى أنه من المستحيل الاعتماد على المناهج والأدوات التقليدية في دراسة ظواهر الإعلام والاتصال في البيئة الرقمية لاختلاف الوسيلة وأساليب الاتصال ، لذلك توجب استحداث مناهج وطرق بحثية وأدوات علمية تتماشى وطبيعة التجديد الذي حصل على مستوى المحتوى الإعلامي والوسيلة المستخدمة دون التخلي عن ما تم إثبات نجاعة بحوثه وأهميته من مناهج وأدوات قد أصبحت تقليدية في الوقت الراهن.
Family counseling through Facebook and its role in improving healthy parenting skills - An analytical study of the parental education page
This study aims to identify the role of family counseling through Facebook in improving healthy parenting skills through a descriptive analytical study of the form and content of the publications on the Parental educationpage during the year 2024. A set of results were reached, the most notable of which is the diversity of publication topics on the Parental education page , with a predominance of topics concerning children's use of modern digital media. The primary aims of this page are raising awareness. Its publications rely on rational persuasive methods andit use Arabic language. They are characterized by constant interaction from users, with the most common form of interaction being the sharing of publications. This confirms the effective role of Facebook and its contribution to healthy parental
Digital Communication as a Communicative Strategy for Strengthening Academic Relations within the University
According to the current transformations in information and communication technology, we note that many institutions, such as Algerian universities, have adopted a digital communication strategy embodied in websites or their official pages on social media platforms. These latter, have been a prominent tool in activating positive engagement among university students, administration, and professors alike. Accordingly, this study clarifying the extent to which digital communication contributes as a communication strategy that seeks to build and activate academic relationships within Algerian universities. It uses a descriptive study of a sample of Master's students in Mass Communication and New Media in the Department of Library Science, Media, and Communication at Ziane Achour University in Djelfa, as a model., it is demonstrated that the digital environment governs the interactive academic relationship
Social public communication: contexts of evolution, roles and transformations
This paper represents a theoretical and analytical contribution to the topic of social public communication. which is one of the important communication patterns taken by Governments and their partners to achieve the public interest and enhance the effectiveness and presence of the State and its institutions, It has evolved remarkably due to many economic transformations and their social consequences, not to mention the technical development that has provided a fertile context for interaction and social communication with citizens and civil society across its spectrum. It is characterized by its multiple roles that make it the link between public structures and their audiences. Its importance is highlighted by the fact that it has moved from a traditional one-way model to the multi-way interactive model, this helps government and social institutions adapt to accelerating changes and enables them to build strong relationships with their audiences that contribute to enhancing their presence, achieving awareness and building social harmony around public issues and decision-making
The identity dimension in Algerian historical narrative films – an analytical and critical view of Karim Belkacem's film
The study examines the identity dimension in Algerian historical narrative films, focusing on the features of Algerian national identity, particularly its cultural aspect, through the film "Karim Belkacem" as an intentional sample due to its prominent characteristics related to language, religion, history, customs, traditions, values, and others. The study aims to highlight the issue of identity as one of the most important cultural issues raised within the framework of its interactions with the other, as well as to identify the contribution and role of historical narrative films in absorbing the issue of identity and its various dimensions and interactions. In this study, the historical method was employed to approach the facts and events of the film in relation to historical reality. The descriptive method was also adopted to approach the film's themes, analyzing and critiquing all the shots and film scenes that serve the subject of the study. The study reached several important results, most notably that the revolutionary narrative film "Karim Belkacem" interacted positively with the foundations of Algerian identity by focusing on several identity dimensions of Algerian society relating to land, history, language, and its concern with the value of land as one of the fundamental dimensions of Algerian society's identity.
Digital media falsification and its repercussions on Algerian social security: a survey of a sample of Facebook users
Our research explores the impact of digital media falsification on societal security in Algeria, drawing on the perspectives of the Copenhagen School of security studies. The study presents media falsification as a form of digital threat, analyzing how it manifests across virtual spaces and how it influences Algeria’s societal stability, particularly in political and economic dimensions. It also investigates strategies to address this issue. A quantitative methodology was employed, using a survey-based approach and an online questionnaire as the main data collection tool. The study reached a set of results, the most important of which are: According to the Copenhagen School’s proposals, media falsification is considered an immaterial security threat produced by digital spaces that affects Algerian societal security by spreading a culture of fear and instability through the securitization of issues and their digital ideologization, especially in the political and economic aspects
The Communicative Role of Official Spokespersons for Saudi Ministries on the X Platform in Light of Grunig and Hunt's Public Relations Models: An Analytical Study of the Ministries of Commerce and Health
This study aimed to reveal the nature of the communicative role of spokespersons for the Saudi Ministries of Commerce and Health on the X platform, in light of Grunig and Hunt's public relations models. It relied on a content analysis methodology using the website (https://socialbearing.com/), where approximately 200 tweets from each spokesperson were analyzed. Results revealed an almost exclusive use of Arabic in post writing or design, along with a diversity in content forms (text, images, video) that reflects each ministry's tasks and objectives, and a strategic deployment of tags (hashtags) to enhance dissemination and guide public discourse. Analysis also showed a sharp decline in the direct interaction rate of spokespersons with audience inquiries (around 3%), which confirms a one-way communication pattern, as the findings indicated that the communicative role of the spokespersons falls under the Public Information Model, which focuses on disseminating information and facts without attention to feedback. The study recommended diversifying content and languages, fostering continuous interaction, leveraging digital analysis tools, and striving towards two-way communication models to build sustainable relationships with the public
Islamic values in the Algerian written press: a descriptive and analytical study of the daily newspaper Al-Shorouk
The study aims to identify the Islamic values included in the Algerian written press employed to confront the intellectual and cultural invasion in Algerian society. This is done by extracting them from the daily newspaper "Echourouk," which is considered one of the most prominent newspapers in Algeria, relying on the content analysis of the religion, society, and culture pages published from January to December 2021 in this newspaper, which was chosen through a simple random selection. The study concluded that the Al-Shorouk El-Yawmi newspaper focuses on highlighting moral values more than others, and it clearly and evidently supports such values, relying on the Holy Quran as the highest source of testimony.
News Treatment of International Security Crises on Television Channels Between Professional Standards and Field Practice
This article deals with the media treatment of international security and political crises by satellite television channels. This media treatment varies from one media channel to another for various reasons, including what is related to the media institution and what is associated with the economic, political and cultural context. Satellite television channels are the most attractive media for the masses during crises because they transmit events by sound and image. The study aims to analyze the relationship of television media to security crises, based on a descriptive and critical reading, starting from the theoretical identification of the characteristics of media processing to the presentation of some models for media coverage in television channels about the Vietnam crises, the Gulf 2 and 3 and the Russian-Ukrainian war. The study came to the conclusion that media processing is influenced by internal factors related to the media organization and external factors related to political, economic and cultural contexts... Thus, objectivity is just an illusion imposed by the theoretical literature in the field of media.
Pedagogical Practices Within The Competency: Baset Pproach amony Primary School Teachers of Arabic in Mostaganem Province
The study aimed to explore the pedagogical practice under the Competency-Based Approach (CBA) among primary school teachers specializing in the Arabic language, and to examine differences in pedagogical practice related to professional experience, field of study, and the institution where Arabic language teachers were trained within the education sector in Mostaganem province. The study sample consisted of 400 male and female primary school teachers. A tool was used to measure pedagogical practice, and the descriptive method was adopted. After verifying the psychometric properties of the tool, the study reached the following results: There are no differences in the level of pedagogical practice attributable to the institution where the Arabic language primary teacher was trained. There are no differences related to professional experience. There are no differences between the scientific and literary educational tracks in their pedagogical practice under the Competency-Based Approach.
Visual Hegemony in the Representations of the Palestinian Cause: Hamas and the Israeli Prisoners
This study aimed to uncover the mechanisms of visual hegemony in representations of the Palestinian cause by analyzing images of the Hamas movement and Palestinian prisoners. It also investigated the impact of these representations on public opinion, with a focus on the ethical and humanitarian dimensions conveyed through the images. The study found that visual elements play a central role in shaping public perception of political issues due to their emotional and cognitive influence on audiences. The findings also revealed that Palestinian armed factions treat Israeli prisoners in accordance with humanitarian standards and international humanitarian law. Resistance media emphasized the respectful and compassionate treatment of Israeli prisoners, which contributes to reinforcing the Palestinian narrative by highlighting the ethical dimension in the treatment of detainees contrasted with the repressive policies practiced by Israel.
Prioritizing and Issues in the New Media Space - New Media and Old Agenda
This research paper aims to analyze the nature of the factors influencing the prioritization and framing of issues within the new media environment, relying on the classical theoretical framework of agenda-setting theory. It offers a comparative perspective between the traditional media agenda and the digital agenda, focusing on the characteristics and key actors involved in shaping agendas in the context of new media platforms. These actors include content and distribution algorithms, influencers, content creators, the rise of citizen journalism, the proliferation of fake accounts and troll armies, as well as the widespread use of sponsored content. The paper also explores the challenges that hinder the formulation of a coherent media agenda in the digital sphere—chief among them the difficulty of verifying news sources and the rapid, continuous evolution of issues. One of the key conclusions drawn is the reconfiguration of symbolic power within the media landscape and the shift in the center of influence over media agendas. The integration of digital platforms by major traditional media institutions has allowed for the persistence of certain features of the traditional agenda, albeit through new actors, resulting in a hybrid and dynamic environment where traditional and emerging modes of influence coexist and intersect.
Enhancing Modern Media in Strengthening Cultural Identity in Sudanese Society
This study aims to explore the role of modern media in promoting cultural identity within Sudanese society, by defining the concept of cultural identity and its fundamental components, as well as identifying the challenges and threats it faces in contemporary digital environments. The study belongs to the field of ethnographic media research, relying on content analysis to examine a sample of television programs in order to understand the lifestyle, traditions, values, arts, and popular heritage that shape Sudanese cultural identity. The findings indicate that modern media can effectively contribute to preserving cultural identity and promoting awareness of local cultures, while disparities in internet access in rural areas and small towns pose significant barriers to leveraging these media. Accordingly, the study recommends developing digital content in local languages, improving digital infrastructure in remote areas, and facilitating cultural dialogue among different ethnic groups to enhance national unity and mutual understanding among Sudanese cultures and tribes
The Role of Digital Media in Enhancing Waqf Governance: A Study on the Use of the X Platform by Waqf Institutions and Associations in Saudi Arabia
This study examines the role of digital media in enhancing the governance of waqf institutions through the X platform, using Media Richness Theory as a theoretical framework. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining content analysis of eight waqf institutions’ accounts (four governmental and four non-governmental) over five months with a survey of employees in the waqf sector. The findings reveal that the platform contributes significantly to promoting transparency and community engagement, with awareness campaigns and interactive content being the most effective tools. The study concludes with practical recommendations for improving digital strategies in waqf institutions, while noting challenges in measuring the long-term impact of digital platforms on governance outcomes.
The Phenomenon of Incitement to Hate Speech on Social Media and Its Relationship with Social Values: Facebook as a Model
In light of recent developments in the educational sector, and the resulting tensions among its administrative and pedagogical groups (the educational community), conflicts over interests and centers of power have emerged. These conflicts are evident in public statements and especially through social media, notably Facebook. Such clashes can escalate into incitement and provocation, often fueled by hidden socio-cultural values and determinants, described by sociologist Merton as latent phenomena. This article aims to study the social hierarchy of these values influencing the phenomenon on Facebook. A descriptive method and content analysis were used on a random sample of 151 comments from a Facebook page with 2,700 comments about the incident, ensuring neutrality and enhancing the credibility and generalizability of the study’s findings.
Echo chambers in social media: a study in the context of Algerian users
This study investigates the impact of "echo chambers" on social networks media in shaping public opinion among Algerian users, focusing on their role in enhancing political and ideological polarization and spreading misinformation. The study also sought to analyze the mechanisms of these echo chambers and their effect on narrowing the exposure to diverse viewpoints, leading to the reinforcement and radicalization of personal convictions. These findings offer valuable insights into the dynamics of echo chambers in contemporary social media environments. It was also found that engagement with political and ideological content is limited, as most users prefer to avoid political and ideological discussions, which enhances the phenomenon of echo chambers on these platforms. The study revealed that algerian users tend to accept information that aligns with their views, contributing to the polarization and narrowing the range of exposure to diverse viewpoints.
The future of enhancing media education in educational curricula in the light of the digital environment: A preliminary study from the perspective of a sample of media and communication teachers)
This field study aims to create accountability regarding the future of promoting media education in educational curricula in the context of the digital environment, from the perspective of a sample of media and communication science professors. It starts from an attempt to identify the mechanisms for enhancing media awareness among individuals, especially in light of the vast amount of information in the digital environment, then revealing the effectiveness of media education programs and their role in improving individuals' skills in dealing with digital information, leading to the challenges facing the implementation of media education programs in educational curricula. The study concluded that there is a need to adopt a clear strategy that includes developing comprehensive educational curricula that respond to current media challenges, by enhancing students' media critical thinking to become conscious consumers of media and informational content, and capable of active participation in the digital community.