The Role of Distance Education in Developing Pedagogical Competency of New Professors in Algerian Universities: Impact of Policies and Digital Platforms

Hadjira Boussag; Zouina Boussag; Salima Abdeslam; Amar Boussakra

doi:10.37075/YB.2025.2.06

Authors

Dr Hadjira Boussag Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mohamed Boudiaf University Author
Dr Zouina Boussag Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mohamed Boudiaf University Author
Prof. Dr Salima Abdeslam Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mohamed Boudiaf University Author
Prof. Dr Amar Boussakra Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mohamed Boudiaf University Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37075/YB.2025.2.06

Keywords:

Distance education, Pedagogical training, Digital platforms, Educational policies, Technical challenges

I20, I23, O33, D83, H52

Abstract

The aim of this study was to analyze the role of distance education in developing the pedagogical competency of newly recruited professors in Algerian universities, focusing on government policies (such as Decisions 144 and 145 of 2024) and evaluating the effectiveness of digital platforms like “Ped@TIC”. The study relied on describing the effectiveness of distance education in both its theoretical and practical aspects and its impact on learners. A notable development in teaching methods was observed due to the employment of modern technologies in educational methodology, keeping pace with advancements in digital technology.

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