CFP

LSP conf 2023: 1st Conference on Bridging the Gap between Language Competence and Workplace Requirements: Towards Quality Assurance among Language Graduates

Algeria

Tlemcen, Algeria, December 7, 2023

Conference website	https://sites.google.com/view/lsp-conf-2023/home?authuser=3
Submission deadline	November 18, 2023

Topics: quality assurance in higher education languages and workplace language education in algeria

1^st National Conference on

Bridging the Gap between Language Competence and Workplace Requirements :

Towards Quality Assurance among Language Graduates

As part of The Socioeconomic Impact Research Project :

LSP and the Algerian Labour Market : Costs and Values

In collaboration with :

The Quality Assurance Unit of the University of Tlemcen (CAQ)

and the PRFU Team : H00L01UN130120220001

December 07th, 2023

Tlemcen, Algeria

Towards Quality Assurance among Language Graduates

In a constantly evolving world, technological advancements continue to transform various aspects of social life. The repercussions of these changes on the labour market may be the most significant, even the most severe, especially in developing countries, where professions and skills are constantly evolving. At the same time, the education sector remains disconnected from the needs of the labour market.

Employers are now seeking language graduates who have a versatile professional profile, combining linguistic proficiency, intercultural skills, technological abilities, and problem-solving capabilities. However, traditional and classical skills (both oral and written) are still prioritized in language programs, creating a gap between what graduates possess or know and what employers demand. The transition from linguistic knowledge to effective language use in practical situations depends on the professional context in which the future employee will be placed.

As technology continues to reshape industries and methods of communication, it becomes imperative to bridge this gap and equip language graduates with the necessary future skills. Language professionals are now required to adapt to the digital environment, leverage emerging technologies, and possess a diversified set of skills beyond language proficiency.

Between Knowledge and know-how, the chosen title for this scientific event tends to create a link between Competence and Performance as two key concepts in linguistics and language didactics. Simultaneously, it also conveys connotation related to university as a symbol of knowledge in its absolute form on the one hand, and the world of work as the quintessential context for the implementation of this latent form of knowledge on the other hand.

This scientific meeting serves as a platform for critical discussions and collaborative efforts among the academic community, industry professionals, and policymakers. By bringing together these stakeholders, we aim to foster a comprehensive understanding of the evolving professional landscape and identify the specific skills that language graduates need to succeed in the modern job market.

Submission Guidelines

Abstract Format

The submitted paper must be formatted according to the guidelines of MS Word Template Arabic / English / French

Abstract length

Submitted papers must be no longer than 2 pages, including all figures, tables, and references.

Abstract Submission

The submission processes will be managed by GoogleForm Submission link

List of Topics

All topics related to quality assurance among Language graduates, including but not limited to :

Topic I: Quality assurance in higher education

Certification/Accreditation for the quality of language training
Economic value of languages and language policy
Language policy(s) in Algeria: New perspectives

Topic II: Languages and workplace

Emerging technologies and language proficiency
Digital communication and multilingualism
Quality assurance in language industry.

Topic III: Language education in Algeria: Current status and future prospects

Languages and employability in Algeria
Language needs Analysis/Assessment
Arabic for specific purposes: What challenges?

Chairpersons

Dr. Abdelkader BELGUERNINE University of Tlemcen
Dr. Fatma YOUCEFI University of Tlemcen

Committees

Scientific Committee

Pr. Mohammed SAIDI University of Tlemcen
Pr. Djazia FERGANI University of Oran 1
Pr. Nasreddine KHELIL University of Oran 1
Pr. Mohammed Seghir HALIMI University of Ouargla
Pr. Faiza SENOUCI MEBERBECHE University of Tlemcen
Pr. Abderrahmane BASSOU University of Tlemcen
Pr. Zehour GRINE University of Tlemcen
Pr. Taoufik DJENNANE University of Tlemcen
Pr. Abdelkader BENSAFA University of Tlemcen
Dr Ahmed Noureddine BELARBI University of Ouargla
Dr. Youcef MESSAOUDI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Zyneb SENOUCI BEREKSI. University of Tlemcen
Dr. Ibtissem BENAISSA University of Tlemcen
Dr. Noureddine BENMAHDI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Manel SAIDI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Amina CHOUITI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Zineb CHAOUECH University of Tlemcen
Dr Nabil Badreddine BRAHMI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Housseyn KAHOUADJI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Wahida HANDOUZI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Fatiha BARKA University of Tlemcen
Dr. Samia BENYETTOU University of Tlemcen

Organizing committee

Dr Nabil Badreddine BRAHMI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Housseyn KAHOUADJI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Wahida HANDOUZI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Fatiha BARKA University of Tlemcen
Dr. Samia BENYETTOU University of Tlemcen

Technical Program Committee

Dr Nabil Badreddine BRAHMI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Housseyn KAHOUADJI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Wahida HANDOUZI University of Tlemcen
Dr. Radia BOUCHAOUR University of Tlemcen
Dr. Samia BENYETTOU University of Tlemcen
Dr. Fatiha BARKA University of Tlemcen
Dr. Soumia TCHENAR University of Tlemcen
Mrs. Naziha RAHMOUNE University of Tlemcen
Ms Wassima SAHOULI University of Tlemcen
Ms Raihane KHOUISSAT University of Tlemcen
Ms. Kheir Eroâ BENAFGHOUL University of Tlemcen
Ms. Imene TOUIL University of Tlemcen

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to : lsp.conf.2023@gmail.com