Tradumatica-Traduccio i Tecnologies de la Informacio i la Comunicacio
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Academia with the Digital Communication Frontier
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Integration of Translation Technologies:
The journal extensively discusses the integration of various translation technologies, such as machine translation (MT), computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, and neural networks, into traditional translation practices. - Literary Translation and Technology:
A significant focus is placed on literary translation, exploring how technology affects the quality, creativity, and processes involved in translating literary works. - Accessibility in Translation:
The journal emphasizes the importance of accessibility in translation, particularly for marginalized groups, including people with disabilities, highlighting how translation technologies can enhance accessibility. - Training and Education in Translation Technologies:
There is a consistent focus on training and educational methodologies for future translators, emphasizing the skills needed to utilize technology effectively in the translation process. - Research on Translation Quality:
The journal includes research on translation quality management, analyzing the effectiveness of machine translation and post-editing practices in various contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Machine Translation and Its Applications:
There is a marked increase in research exploring the implications of machine translation, particularly its applications in various fields, including literature and humanitarian contexts. - Collaborative Tools in Translation:
The exploration of collaborative possibilities offered by CAT tools and cloud-based platforms is gaining traction, reflecting a trend towards teamwork and shared resources in translation processes. - Human-Machine Interaction in Translation:
Emerging themes focus on the relationship between human translators and machine outputs, examining how this interaction shapes translation quality and practices. - Impact of Technology on Literary Translation:
An increasing body of work is dedicated to understanding how technology affects literary translation, particularly regarding creativity and the preservation of 'literariness' in translated texts. - Translation Quality Management in the Age of AI:
Research is trending towards the development of new frameworks for translation quality management that incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning, reflecting the evolution of the translation profession.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Translation Methods:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional translation methods without technological integration, as more research focuses on the synergy between technology and translation. - Non-Literary Translation Studies:
Studies focusing exclusively on non-literary translation, such as technical or legal translation, are less frequent, indicating a shift towards more interdisciplinary studies that incorporate technology. - Theoretical Approaches to Translation:
Theoretical discussions that do not incorporate practical applications of technology in translation have become less common, as the journal prioritizes empirical studies and technology-driven methodologies.
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