Original article | International Journal of Language and Education Research 2024, Vol. 6(3) 109-128
Attitudes towards Amazigh Education Policies and Their Impact on Moroccan Cultural and Linguistic Identity
Hamza Sellami
pp. 109 - 128 | Manu. Number: MANU-2410-03-0005
Published online: December 29, 2024 | Number of Views: 14 | Number of Download: 21
Abstract
This study aimed to examine the attitudes of Moroccans towards Amazigh educational policies and their perceived impact on the cultural and linguistic identities of both Amazigh and non-Amazigh communities. A survey was administered to a diverse sample of 41 Moroccan participants encompassing both ethnic groups. Data were analyzed using frequency and percentage distributions. Due to the non-normal distribution of the data, as determined by Shapiro-Wilk test, non-parametric analyses, specifically the Mann- Whitney U test, were utilized. The results revealed a generally positive reception towards the Amazigh educational policies among both ethnic groups, with a strong consensus on the role of Amazigh language and culture in reinforcing Moroccan identity. Notably, the study uncovered a significant difference in perceptions between Amazigh and non-Amazigh participants regarding the influence of these policies on their identity, underscoring the nuanced ways in which educational policies intersect with cultural identity formation.
Keywords: Amazigh educational policies; cultural identity; linguistic identity; education
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