ALTRALANG Journal
Volume 7, Numéro 2, Pages 175-187
2025-12-10

The Role Of Critical Literacy In Enhancing Efl Reading Skills: A Case Study Of Fourth-year Graduating Efl Learners At Ens Constantine



Authors : Litim Hiba . Bouguebs Radia .

Abstract

In the 21st-century English as a Foreign Language (EFL) educational context, learners increasingly encounter biased ideologies and misinformation in texts, necessitating pedagogical approaches that go beyond basic comprehension. Critical literacy (CL) offers a framework to engage with texts analytically and critically. This study examines the role of CL in enhancing the reading skills of fourth-year graduating EFL students at the École Normale Supérieure Assia Djebar in Constantine, Algeria. Employing a mixed-methods research design, data were collected through an online questionnaire administered to 30 final-year EFL students. The aim is to assess students’ perceptions and competencies in applying critical literacy strategies during reading tasks. Findings indicate that critical literacy significantly contributes to the development of advanced reading skills by promoting deeper, more reflective comprehension. Students demonstrated improved ability to critically analyze texts, question underlying assumptions, and deconstruct embedded narratives. The study concludes that integrating critical literacy into EFL curricula is crucial for developing proficient readers capable of evaluating, challenging, and responding to the messages conveyed in written discourse.

Keywords

Critical Literacy ; Reading skills ; Scaffolding ; EFL learners ; Students’ Perceptions

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