مجلة الإعلام والمجتمع
Volume 10, Numéro 1, Pages 447-456
2026-06-08

The Influence Of French On The Writing Skills Of Learners Of Arabic As A Second Language An Analytical Study Of A Sample Of Written Errors Among Students At The International School Alexandre Dumas

Authors : Rouabhia Sana . Loucif Tahar .

Abstract

Abstract: This study examines the written errors produced by French-speaking learners of Arabic as a second language through a field study conducted at the International School Alexandre Dumas (Algiers). The written productions of a sample of thirty students were collected and analyzed. The student’s errors were classified across linguistic levels, including morphological, grammatical, orthographic, semantic, and structural. The findings indicate that orthographic errors were the most frequent (44.3%), followed by morphological errors (31.7%), structural errors (14.9%), and grammatical errors (9.1%). These errors are attributed to a range of linguistic and pedagogical factors, most notably first-language interference (French), limited writing practice, and insufficient self-revision skills. The study concludes by proposing remedial strategies for teachers and curriculum makers, including targeted corrective exercises and the integration of educational technology to enhance learners’ writing skills. Keywords: Influence; French language; writing skills; Arabic as a second language; Alexandre Dumas High School.

Keywords

Influence ; French language ; writing skills ; Arabic as a second language ; Alexandre Dumas High School