Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
3-1-2009
Publication Title
Empowerment through Collaboration: Dimension 2009
First Page
1
Last Page
15
Disciplines
Other Languages, Societies, and Cultures
Abstract
Does translation have a place in the modern language or literature classroom? This article argues that as long as translation is recognized as a distinct skill rather than a path to language acquisition it can and should play a role in language instruction. The rising popularity of Web-based machine translation (WBMT) sites among students points to a need to help foreign language learners better understand the translation process. Along with a discussion of how instructors can minimize inappropriate use of WBMT, the article provides examples of how translation in the proper context can be used productively to teach both language and literature. It also shows that teachers have much to gain by supporting translation and interpretation as professional options for advanced language learners. Examples are given in Spanish.
Recommended Citation
Anne Fountain and Catherine Fountain. "A New Look at Translation: Teaching tools for language and literature" Empowerment through Collaboration: Dimension 2009 (2009): 1-15.
Comments
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