Teaching English as a Foreign Language in Algerian Universities in Pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals:

Abstract

This research focuses on the teaching of English as a Foreign Language in Algerian universities, among doctoral students of the University of 9 Mai 1945 Guelma, and how it can be related to the Sustainable Development Goals. With this era of globalization and increasing English use, this research explores the role of EFL teaching in sustainable development in Algeria.t discusses the level of knowledge doctoral students have on the Sustainable Development Goals and how they are being addressed in EFL research, with a focus on finding out the level of preparedness students have to contribute to the achievement of the goals through language acquisition. Results depict tremendous imbalances in integrating the Sustainable Development Goals into foreign language teaching practice and depict potential for development in foreign language teaching methodology based on sustainable development. The study proposes an extensive restructuring of the EFL curriculum that, besides language proficiency, fosters critical thinking and social responsibility in learners. It also tries to underscore the role of EFL teaching as a key driver towards sustainable development in Algeria.