DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2706-6185/46/42-50
Fatima Zohra Meriah
University of Oran2-Algeria
PhD in Psychology and Educational Sciences
https://orcid.org/0009-0007-0562-097X
meriah.fatimazohra@univ-oran2.dz
Dalila Meriah
University of Oran2-Algeria
PhD in Educational Sciences
https://orcid.org/0009-0008-0025-4808
meriah.dalila@univ-oran2.dz
The Historical Development of Education in Algeria: From
Independence to 2024
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In this article, the researchers discuss the historical development of education in Algeria from independence to the present time, adopting the descriptive approach for each stage. Since Algeria's independence in 1962, education has witnessed remarkable developments. Initially, efforts were focused on eradicating literacy and expanding access to basic education. Many schools and educational centers were established, which helped increase the percentage of learners. During the seventies and eighties, technical and vocational education was strengthened to meet the needs of the labor market. Higher education was expanded with the establishment of new universities, but the system faced challenges, such as lack of resources and the quality of education. In the nineties, the country was affected by a political crisis, which led to a decline in some educational fields. However, efforts to reform education continued in the following two decades, focusing on updating curricula and improving infrastructure. Since 2000, new reforms have been introduced aimed at developing basic and secondary education, and increasing the percentage of higher education. In recent years, emphasis has been placed on digital and technical education to keep pace with global developments, until 2024, Algeria continues to face challenges such as lack of equipment, regional disparities, and the need to improve the quality of education, but there are Efforts are ongoing to improve the education system and expand educational opportunities for all.
Keywords: Education in Algeria, Independence stage 1962, old generation stage, new generation stage