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Title | Amazigh language revitalization in moroccan education: exploring student and parent attitudes |
Authors |
Essabiri, K.
Laaboudi, D. |
ORCID | |
Keywords |
амазигська мова мовне відродження освіта в Марокко Amazigh language language revitalization Moroccan education |
Type | Conference Papers |
Date of Issue | 2025 |
URI | https://essuir.sumdu.edu.ua/handle/123456789/99341 |
Publisher | Sumy State University |
License | Copyright not evaluated |
Citation | Essabiri K., Laaboudi D. Amazigh language revitalization in moroccan education: exploring student and parent attitudes // Strategic innovations of social communications and foreign philology in crisis times : collection of scientific paper of the II International scientific and practical conference, Sumy, May 28, 2025 / responsible editor M. M. Nabok, responsible for the layout V. Sadivnychуy, responsible designer M. Sadivnycha. Sumy : Sumy State University, 2025. P. 174-178. |
Abstract |
The Amazigh language has undergone a notable shift in statuses, attributes,
functions, and official attitudes over time (Ennaji, 2023). However, the extent to which
non-official attitudes have evolved remains questionable and poses a challenge to the
language’s revitalization prospects (Loutfi, 2020). The study argues that non-official
attitudes remain a significant obstacle to the success of Amazigh revitalization, as
public acceptance of official language planning does not necessarily translate into
genuine societal engagement. The Amazigh language in Morocco is spoken by
approximately 17 million people (Ennaji, 2023). Historically, despite extensive contact with other ethnolinguistic groups, Amazigh has shown resilience through
intergenerational transmission (Idhssaine, 2021). However, over the past century, the
language has faced significant challenges. Following Morocco's independence,
institutional marginalization and policies like Arabization have contributed to a decline
in its vitality, fostering negative attitudes among native speakers (Idhssaine, 2021). In
response to these endangerment threats, recent efforts aim to revitalize Amazigh.
Notably, Ichou & Fathi (2023) emphasize the crucial role of societal attitudes toward
Moroccan Language Policy and Planning (LPP) in supporting this revitalization,
highlighting the need for inclusive policies that promote linguistic diversity and
cultural heritage. Understanding societal attitudes is crucial for effective language
revitalization. Research has shown that attitudes toward Amazigh vary significantly.
For instance, Idhssaine (2020) found that while Moroccans generally hold favorable
views of the Amazigh language, their attitudes toward its incorporation into the
educational system tend to vary based on ethnicity. Similarly, Boussagui & El Kirat
(2025) reported that higher education students have negative attitudes toward the
mandatory introduction of Amazigh into the educational system. These findings
suggest that previous studies may reflect the perspectives of older generations, who
were influenced by different societal and policy contexts. In contrast, the current study
aims to explore how evolving policies and generational shifts impact attitudes toward
Amazigh, potentially offering new insights into its revitalization. |
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