Sociolinguistics for translation purposes LNS-LTJ-SL>SOCJOT

The aim of the course is to prepare students to translate while taking the social context into account and applying principles derived from sociolinguistics. Students develop not only linguistic skills but also the social skills needed to translate texts between cultures, taking cultural and social differences into account. They learn methods for analysing social context, which help them better understand the content and intentions of the original author and convey them appropriately in translation. By applying sociolinguistic principles, translators can adapt to a range of communicative situations and effectively convey a text’s message in another language and culture.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the course and confirmation that the intended learning outcomes have been achieved, the student:

1. Knows and understands terminology specific to the subdiscipline of sociolinguistics as it relates to the work of a translator.
2. Knows and understands methods for analysing and interpreting language in its social context as they relate to the work of a translator.
3. Can draw on sociolinguistic and translation knowledge to produce translations adapted to social variables such as dialects and slang.
4. Is prepared to critically assess and select sociolinguistic information in order to improve their translation practice.

COURSE CONTENT RELATED TO THE LEARNING OUTCOMES (excluding independent study)

Classes

1. Analysing the role of social and cultural context in the translation process
2. Adapting translations to different language varieties and social groups
3. Translating while taking cultural differences into account
4. Translation as a means of expressing or concealing power relations: analysing translations in the context of power and ideology
5. Translation strategies for texts containing code-switching
6. Practical translation exercises incorporating sociolinguistic elements: written translation
7. Practical translation exercises incorporating sociolinguistic elements: interpreting