HASSANI Said

Senior Lecturer & Research Lead in Amazigh Linguistics
Tizi-Ouzou, DZ.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Lecturer and Research Lead with over two decades of experience in Amazigh Language and Culture. Expert in Berber linguistics, dialectology, and sociolinguistics, holding a PhD and Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR). Proven ability to lead research teams, develop academic programs, and publish extensively, driving significant contributions to the field of Amazigh language studies.

Work

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou (UMMTO)
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Senior Lecturer & Research Lead (Maitre de conférences-A)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Spearheaded advanced research, teaching, and academic leadership in Amazigh Language and Culture, contributing to significant scholarly advancements and doctoral supervision.

Highlights

Led and supervised doctoral research projects in Berber linguistics, guiding emerging scholars to successful completion of their theses.

Designed and delivered specialized postgraduate courses in Amazigh dialectology and sociolinguistics, enhancing student expertise in critical areas.

Secured Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) qualification, authorizing independent research direction and academic program development.

Published multiple peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, significantly contributing to the body of knowledge in Amazigh language studies.

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou (UMMTO)
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Lecturer & Researcher (Maitre de conférences-B)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Conducted impactful research and teaching in Amazigh Language and Culture, contributing to departmental academic programs and publications.

Highlights

Developed and taught undergraduate and graduate courses, fostering student understanding of Amazigh linguistic principles and cultural contexts.

Actively participated in the CNEPRU research project 'Synchronized Transcription of Oral Corpora,' enhancing data collection and analysis methodologies.

Mentored junior researchers and students, providing guidance on linguistic research methods and academic writing.

Published scholarly articles in leading journals, disseminating findings on Amazigh linguistic phenomena.

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou (UMMTO)
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Assistant Lecturer & Researcher (Maitre-assistant)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Managed academic programs, supervised research projects, and taught courses in Amazigh Language and Culture, advancing departmental objectives.

Highlights

Headed the 'Dialectologie Amazighe' specialty team from 2014-2017, overseeing curriculum development and research direction for a key linguistic sub-field.

Served as Deputy Head of Department for Scolarité et Enseignements de la Graduation from March 2018 to November 2018, streamlining academic administration and student support.

Contributed as a key member to the 'Phonétique, Phonologie et Technologie Linguistique' research axis and the CNEPRU 'Kabyle Database' project, enhancing linguistic resource development.

Evaluated and selected candidates as a jury member for Assistant Lecturer recruitment competitions in 2016 and 2017.

Taught a broad range of courses in Amazigh linguistics and culture, impacting hundreds of students.

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou (UMMTO)
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Visiting Lecturer (Enseignant vacataire)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Provided specialized instruction in Amazigh Language and Culture, supporting university-level academic programs.

Highlights

Delivered foundational courses in Amazigh language and culture, building strong student engagement and academic interest.

Contributed to the university's curriculum by offering expertise in specific linguistic areas.

Mentored undergraduate students, fostering their understanding and appreciation of Amazigh studies.

CEM (Collège d'Enseignement Moyen)
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Confirmed Trainee Teacher (Enseignant stagiaire)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Successfully completed a two-year teaching traineeship at the middle school level, achieving confirmed teaching status.

Highlights

Implemented effective pedagogical strategies to instruct middle school students, improving learning outcomes.

Collaborated with experienced educators to refine teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.

Achieved confirmed teacher status on February 10, 2008, demonstrating proficiency and commitment to education.

CEM (Collège d'Enseignement Moyen)
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Contract Teacher (Enseignant contractuel)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive educational instruction to middle school students, contributing to their academic development and classroom engagement.

Highlights

Designed and delivered engaging lessons across various subjects for middle school students, enhancing comprehension and participation.

Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a supportive and productive learning environment.

Assessed student progress and provided individualized feedback, contributing to measurable academic improvement.

CEM (Collège d'Enseignement Moyen)
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Visiting Teacher (Enseignant vacataire)

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Supported middle school educational programs by delivering temporary instruction and gaining initial classroom experience.

Highlights

Assisted in the delivery of core curriculum content to middle school students, developing foundational teaching skills.

Contributed to daily classroom operations, including activity facilitation and student support.

Gained practical experience in an educational setting, preparing for further career development in teaching.

Volunteer

Association des Enseignants de Tamazight de la Wilaya de Tizi-Ouzou
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Member

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Engaged in professional development and advocacy for Tamazight language education.

Highlights

Participated in national seminars and training courses on Tamazight language teaching, enhancing pedagogical skills.

Advocated for the integration and advancement of Tamazight language education within the Tizi-Ouzou region.

Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices and promote effective teaching methodologies.

Club Scientifique en langue et culture amazighes (UMMTO)
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Member

Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Summary

Actively participated in scientific club activities focused on Amazigh language and culture at the university.

Highlights

Contributed to promoting Amazigh language and culture through organized scientific and cultural events.

Collaborated with peers on projects designed to raise awareness and understanding of Amazigh heritage.

Education

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Habilitation à diriger des recherches (Post-Doctoral Qualification)

Langue et culture amazighes

Courses

Specialty: Linguistique berbère

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Doctorate (PhD)

Langue et culture amazighes

Courses

Specialty: Linguistique berbère

Thesis: La variation lexicale et morphosyntaxique à travers les parlers kabyles

Université de Tizi-Ouzou
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Master's Degree (Magister)

Langue et culture amazighes

Grade: Major de Promotion (First Year)

Courses

Option: Linguistique

Thesis: Description et comparaison de la variation morphologique entre trois parlers berbères (kabyles)

Université de Tizi-Ouzou
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Bachelor's Degree (Licence)

Langue et Culture Amazighes

Courses

Thesis: Etude d'un champ lexical spécialisé – vocabulaire des plantes dans un parler berbère (Kabyle) d'Ait Yahia Moussa

Lycée (High School)
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

High School Diploma (BACCALAUREAT)

Sciences de la nature et de vie

Vocational School (Inferred)
Tizi-Ouzou, Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria

Higher Technician Diploma

Informatique

Publications

LA POLYSÉMIE EN KABYLE: Traitement de quelques verbes usuels

Published by

AL-Lisaniyyat, Volume 29, N° 02

Summary

Article on polysemy in Kabyle, focusing on the treatment of common verbs.

Le logiciel QGIS et son application en géographie linguistique berbère (kabyle)

Published by

Revue Iles d Imesli, Volume 13, N° 02, UMMTO

Summary

Article on the application of QGIS software in Berber (Kabyle) linguistic geography.

Le genre grammatical des emprunts du kabyle à l'arabe et au français : traitement géolinguistique

Published by

Revue Iles d Imesli, Volume 12, N° 01, UMMTO

Summary

Article on the grammatical gender of borrowings in Kabyle from Arabic and French.

La variation lexicale et morphosyntaxique à travers les parlers kabyles

Published by

UMMTO, DLCA / FLL

Summary

Doctoral thesis investigating lexical and morphosyntactic variation across Kabyle Berber dialects.

Géographie linguistique de la Kabylie : Sur le vocabulaire de la flore

Published by

Editions Universitaires Européennes

Summary

Book on the linguistic geography of Kabylie, focusing on flora vocabulary.

Variation intra-dialectale et inter-dialectale de la langue amazighe : un rapprochement inter-dialectal est-il possible ?

Published by

Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah

Summary

Conference proceedings article on intra- and inter-dialectal variation in Amazigh language.

Base de données kabyles : Corpus, données et exploitation

Published by

Revue Iles d Imesli, N° 07, UMMTO

Summary

Article on Kabyle database, corpus, data, and exploitation.

Les désignations kabyles de la « Cuillère » et de « la grande cuillère, la louche »

Published by

Revue des Etudes Berbères, N° 09, LACNAD, INALCO

Summary

Article on Kabyle designations for 'spoon' and 'ladle'.

La variation linguistique dans l'aménagement de tamazight : quelle attitude prendre à l'égard de la variation intra-dialectale (kabyle) ?

Published by

Revue Iles d Imesli N° 04, UMMTO

Summary

Conference proceedings article on linguistic variation and planning in Tamazight.

Le kabyle entre l'usage oral et l'écrit : Quels principes faut-il retenir pour adopter une norme orthographique à base latine ?

Published by

Presses des Beaux-arts/HCA

Summary

Conference proceedings article on the standardization of Amazigh writing.

Variation et mutation phonétiques en kabyle

Published by

Revue Iles d Imesli N° 03, UMMTO

Summary

Article discussing phonetic variation and mutation in Kabyle.

Description et comparaison de la variation morphologique entre trois parlers berbères (kabyles) : Le parler d'Ait Yahia Moussa et ceux d'Azouza et d'Aokas

Published by

UMMTO, DLCA/FLL

Summary

Magister thesis comparing morphological variation across three Kabyle Berber dialects.

Etude d'un champ lexical spécialisé – vocabulaire des plantes dans un parler berbère (Kabyle) d'Ait Yahia Moussa

Published by

UMMTO, DLCA / FLSH

Summary

Master's thesis exploring specialized lexical fields in Kabyle Berber.

Languages

Tamazight
Arabic
French
English

Certificates

Geographic Information System (GIS) Software Training

Issued By

Training Provider (Inferred)

Skills

Linguistic Research

Dialectology, Phonetics, Phonology, Lexicography, Morphosyntax, Sociolinguistics, Linguistic Geography, Corpus Linguistics, Linguistic Data Analysis, Language Planning, Orthography Standardization, Berber Linguistics, Amazigh Language, Kabyle Dialects, QGIS.

Academic & Teaching

Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Classroom Management, Student Mentoring, Doctoral Supervision, Academic Administration, Jury Member, Course Design, Public Speaking.

Technical Skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS), QGIS, Data Management, Corpus Annotation, Software Utilization, Microsoft Office Suite.

Projects

Amazigh Language Planning and Teaching Laboratory (LAELA)

Summary

Member of a key research laboratory focused on the planning and teaching of Amazigh language at Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou.

PRFU Research Project 'Creation of a Bilingual Dictionary: Berber-French (Kabylie Dialects)'

Summary

Research member (attaché de recherche) on a PRFU project directed by Professor Arezki AOUDIA, focused on creating a bilingual Berber-French dictionary for Kabylie dialects.

Research Project 'Dialectological Data and Analysis of Propositional Syntagm in Kabyle'

Summary

Associate Researcher on a project at the Centre de Recherche en Langue et Culture Amazighes de Bejaïa.

CNEPRU Research Project 'Synchronized Transcription of Oral Corpora'

Summary

Research associate on a CNEPRU project focused on synchronized transcription of oral corpora, directed by Professor Noura TIGZIRI.

Research Axis 'Phonetics, Phonology, and Linguistic Technology'

Summary

Member of a research axis within LAELA focusing on the phonetic, phonological, and technological aspects of Amazigh linguistics.

CNEPRU Research Project 'Kabyle Database'

Summary

Research associate on a CNEPRU project focused on establishing a database for Kabyle language, directed by Professor Noura TIGZIRI.

Kabyle Linguistic Data Bank and Tagging Project

Summary

Member of a research group uniting universities of Lausanne and Tizi-Ouzou for the tagging and constitution of a Kabyle linguistic database. Included a short-term training stay at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) in November 2007 for corpus annotation and software usage.