Language and linguistics today: Introduction to localization 2510-f1ENG2S-LLT-ITL

As part of the course you will need to
- identify the basic characteristics and challenges of localization as opposed to literary, non-literary and audiovisual translation, and the ways is which the work of a modern localizer differs from traditionally understood translation
- use elements of GILT terminology and professional localization jargon to describe the context of localization projects and the organization and characteristics of the localization process,
- propose, justify and evaluate the choice of particular translation technique, and to critically describe the translation techniques used to render a digital text into Polish or English, indicating potential problems
- unassisted, apply localization terminology to the analysis of previously unknown texts, identiffy potential cultural problems in localization and potential stylistic problems in localization, where the language fails to match the type of asset or the genre of the digital text
- perform pre-translation analysis of a localization kit in English for the purposes of localization into Polish, identifying potential problems, and proposes viable solutions to typical and untypical localization problems
- effectively communicate with other members of the (simulated) localization team, both online and in-person, to establish a localization policy and workflow; as a team member,
- follow localization instructions and seek to clarify them if necessary, and as a team leader, propose solutions and delegate new tasks to team members,
- identify the advantages and disadvantages of common localization solutions, and of the impact of linguistic and cultural adaptation on the reception of localized digital texts
giving them the means to solve prospective problems
- realize the quality expectations and the required skill level in the localization industry, and be able to assess your performance

Total student workload

Contact hours with teacher: - participation in the course: 30 hrs - homework: 20 hrs - preparation for the final test: 10 hrs Altogether: 60 hrs (2 ECTS)

Learning outcomes - knowledge

The student: W1 (K_W10) has in-depth knowledge of professional localization terminology and translation studies terminology used to describe localization

Learning outcomes - skills

The student U1 (K_U01): The student is able to seek, analyse, assess, select, and apply information to conduct pre-translation text analysis using various sources U2 (K_U02): understands English source texts and localization documentation and translates it into specific actions and strategies U3 (K_U05): is able to explain their translation choices to the (simulated) client or fellow translators working on a joint project U4 (K_U06): is able to describe a localization project in terms of the channels, synchronies, assets, stages and workflow involved U5 (K_U08): is able to take roles in a (simulated) localization team, working as a manager, coordinator, localizer or language tester, U6 (K_U09): is able to prepare effective localization instructions and check that the teammates successfully follow them U7 (K_U10): is able to use a variety of resources to research terminology

Learning outcomes - social competencies

The student K1 (K_K01) is aware of the level of their knowledge and skills in localization and understands the need for constant learning and development K2 (K_K05) is able to use information and to solve cognitive and practical problems related to localization tasks

Observation/demonstration teaching methods

- simulation (simulation games)

Expository teaching methods

- problem-based lecture

Exploratory teaching methods

- brainstorming
- seminar
- case study
- practical
- project work

Prerequisites

- interests in localization - at least B2-level competence in Polish, as the course covers English-Polish translation

Course coordinators

Dorota Guttfeld

Assessment criteria

60% for tasks completed in-class and at home, including Moodle quizzes and activities (U1, U2, U3, U5, U6, U7, K1, K2)
40% for end-of-semester test with a theoretical part (W1, U4) and a practical part (U2, U3)

Additional information

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

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