Sociolinguistic Dimensions of Code-Switching Between German /English /Arabic/French: Case of Algerian students of The IISC German Institute

Abstract

This research endeavor aims to examine the sociolinguistic dimensions underlying code-switching in the bilingual and multilingual Algerian communities, with a specific focus on German language students at the IISC Institute. The study seeks to elucidate the impact of the presence of diverse language varieties on students’ academic and everyday conversations. To gather the necessary data, the research utilizes questionnaires, note-taking, and limited observations, supplemented by and graphs for supporting evidence. The findings reveal that students engage in code-switching based on situational factors.