Publication
Title
Conceptualizing translation revision competence : a pilot study on the acquisition of the knowledge about revision and strategic subcompetences
Author
Abstract
Translation revision (TR) is an important step in the translation workflow. However, translation revision competence (TRC) remains an ill-defined concept. This article addresses that gap by operationalizing TR and by presenting a theoretical TRC model. Subsequently, the article analyses and interprets the results of an empirical pilot study designed to test the presence of two TR subcompetences hypothesized by the TRC model, in an experimental group and a control group of 21 MA language students. The experimental group was given TR training whereas the control group was not. The two subcompetences that were tested using a pretest-posttest experimental design were declarative-procedural knowledge about TR and the procedural strategic revision subcompetence. Both groups of participants replied to questionnaires and performed controlled revision tasks, which were subjected to quantitative statistical analyses. This article provides a detailed analysis of the results and the causes of the limited progress. In addition, it discusses the lessons learnt for both TR training and further research.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Across languages and cultures. - Budapest, 2000, currens
Publication
Budapest : 2017
ISSN
1585-1923 [print]
1588-2519 [online]
DOI
10.1556/084.2017.18.1.1
Volume/pages
18 :1 (2017) , p. 1-27
ISI
000403205300001
Full text (Publisher's DOI)
UAntwerpen
Faculty/Department
Research group
Project info
Towards a model of translation revision competence
A stage for the world: towards an inclusive theatre experience.
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Subject
Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
External links
Web of Science
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Creation 13.07.2017
Last edited 09.10.2023
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