DSpace Collection:http://univ-bejaia.dz/dspace/123456789/3262026-04-06T01:07:00Z2026-04-06T01:07:00ZClassical echoes and fragmented realities in donna tartt's the secret history (1992)Rouba, SoundousMeziani, Mourad (directeur de thèse)http://univ-bejaia.dz/dspace/123456789/266632025-11-23T12:36:27Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Classical echoes and fragmented realities in donna tartt's the secret history (1992)
Authors: Rouba, Soundous; Meziani, Mourad (directeur de thèse)
Abstract: The present dissertation examines Donna Tartt’s The Secret History (1992) through a postmodern lens, analyzing the characteristics of intertextuality and fragmentation. The dissertation focuses on the use of these postmodern features in the novel and how they contribute to the development of its major themes, such as morality, intellectualism, elitism, and beauty. The study specifically explores the novel’s use of intertextuality, making allusions to classical works by Euripides, Homer, and Plato. This sheds light on the manner in which Tartt reimagined these texts with the purpose of shaping the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by the characters. In addition, the fragmented structure, nonlinear timeline, and the unreliable narration are analyzed as tools that reject objective truth. Through these tools, the thesis argues that The Secret History depicts the instable nature of morality. Ultimately, the novel’s allusions and narrative complexity mirror the disintegration of the characters’ identity and moral values.
Description: literature and civilization2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTeachers' and students' attitudes toward the effects of podcast on enhancing speaking fluencyChabane, KahinaIghoudane, YassmineZidouni (Dir.the thèse), Sihamhttp://univ-bejaia.dz/dspace/123456789/266072025-11-11T12:52:40Z2025-09-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Teachers' and students' attitudes toward the effects of podcast on enhancing speaking fluency
Authors: Chabane, Kahina; Ighoudane, Yassmine; Zidouni (Dir.the thèse), Siham
Abstract: With a focus on third-year EFL students, the present study aims at investigating the effect of podcasts on enhancing students’ speaking fluency and exploring teachers’ and students’ attitudes toward their use as a teaching tool. To evaluate the reliability of the research instrument, a pilot study was carried out with 18 participants. The main research study involved a sample of 30 students and 05 teachers and used a mixed-method approach combining both quantitative and qualitative techniques. Students’ questionnaires and semi-structured teacher interviews were used to gather the data. While the questionnaire data was subjected to a quantitative analysis using SPSS, the interview data underwent a thematic analysis. The results revealed that regular exposure to podcasts can significantly increase students’ speaking fluency by expanding their vocabulary, improving their pronunciation and enhancing their self-confidence. Generally, podcasts significantly contribute to their increased speaking fluency. Additionally, both students and teachers showed a greater interest, engagement, and motivation toward the integration of podcasts into the learning process. These results highlighted the educational value of podcasts, indicating that they are an effective pedagogical tool for increasing students’ autonomy and speaking fluency in EFL classes
Description: Linguistics2025-09-01T00:00:00ZEnvironmental and social injustice in imbolo Mbue'sKicher, NassimaHamenni, RahmaSaibi, Sihem(directrice de thèse)http://univ-bejaia.dz/dspace/123456789/263882025-10-15T14:06:25Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Environmental and social injustice in imbolo Mbue's
Authors: Kicher, Nassima; Hamenni, Rahma; Saibi, Sihem(directrice de thèse)
Abstract: This study analyzes Imbolo Mbue.s How Beautiful We Were through the lens of ecocriticism and its subfields to examine how contemporary African literature engages with ecological issues resulting from corporate exploitation and governmental complicity. Employing close textual analysis as a method and ecocriticism as a theory, the research highlights key themes such as ecological degradation, power asymmetries, and grassroots activism. the study draws on theoritical contributions from scholars including David Harvey, Rob Nixon, Graham Huggan, Helen Tiffin and Vandana Shiva, whose work explores the intersections between literature, environmental justcie, and postcolonial critique. Ultimately, the analysis underscores the role of narrative in resisting injustice, raising ecological awareness, and envisioning transformative change.
Description: literature and civilization2025-01-01T00:00:00ZA multimodal critical discourse analysis of arab and western media representations of children in GazaDebabi, IkramAziri, Thiziri (directrice de thèse)http://univ-bejaia.dz/dspace/123456789/263872025-10-15T14:01:27Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: A multimodal critical discourse analysis of arab and western media representations of children in Gaza
Authors: Debabi, Ikram; Aziri, Thiziri (directrice de thèse)
Abstract: The present research investigates children's representation in the Gaza Strip in selected Arab and Western media through the lens of multimodal critical discourse analysis. This study addresses the lack of critical research concerning how children are symbolically portrayed in conflict coverage and represented through linguistic and visual elements. Six media sources are examined for this study: three from Arab outlets (Al Jazeera, Al Arabiya, Arab News) and three from Western outlets (BBC News, The Guardian, The New Yorker), based on the theoretical framework established by Machin and Mayr (2012). The study highlights important linguistic components such as word connotation, overlexicalization, suppression/lexical absence, and structural opposition, followed by visual components like iconography, attributes, settings, and salience. The findings indicate that both types of media portray children as victims of war; however, there are differences in their framing styles and ideological implications. Arab media depict children in narratives that emphasize their survival, resilience, education, and the intervention of humanitarian aid, accompanied by appropriate images. In contrast, Western media often emphasizes immediate urgency and distressing trauma, as well as emotional hardship, frequently employing sensational and dramatic language along with impactful visuals. These differences illustrate ideological positions and audience expectations, underscoring the influence of cultural and political contexts on media discourse. This research contributes to the fields of media and discourse analysis through a comprehensive comparison of child representation in conflict reporting. The study concludes by suggesting that the media should adopt more ethical practices and calls for further research to be conducted on the portrayal of vulnerable groups in global journalism.
Description: linguistics2025-01-01T00:00:00Z