AIF323 - Indonesian Translation: Theory and Practice
Unit details
| Year: | 2021 unit information |
|---|---|
| Important Update: | Unit delivery will continue to be provided in line with the most current COVIDSafe health guidelines. This may include a mix of on-campus and online activities. To find out how you are impacted, please check your unit sites for announcements and updates. Unit sites open one week prior to the start of each Trimester/Semester. Thank you for your flexibility and commitment to studying with Deakin in 2021. Last updated: 4 June 2021 |
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit Chair: | Trimester 1: Alistair Welsh |
| Prerequisite: | AIF342 or recognition of equivalent background, with unit chair permission |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 2 hour seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - cloud: | 1 x 1 hour recorded class per week and 1 x 1 hour online seminar per week |
Content
This unit offers practical experience in translating from Indonesian into English, and develops key skills for effective translation, including critical analysis of automated translation tools, notably Google Translate. Authentic Indonesian texts from contemporary media sources will be used as texts for translating into English. Practical experience is complemented by exploring key ideas in translation theory that inform contemporary practice. These include the concept of equivalence, both linguistic and functional. Students will also be made aware of NAATI (the National Accreditation Authority of Translators and Interpreters) and have the opportunity to consider employment opportunities as a translator.
| ULO | These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| ULO1 | Identify key issues of equivalence in translation | GLO1 Discipline Specific |
| ULO2 | Compile English translations of contemporary Indonesian language media texts, individually and with peers | GLO1 Discipline Specific GLO2 Communication GLO4 Critical Thinking GLO5 Problem Solving GLO7 Team Work GLO8 Global Citizenship |
| ULO3 | Appraise translation strategies applied in individual and group work | GLO1 Discipline Specific GLO2 Communication GLO4 Critical Thinking GLO8 Global Citizenship |
These Unit Learning Outcomes are applicable for all teaching periods throughout the year.
Assessment
| Assessment Description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 - Two Online Quizzes | 800 words or equivalent (in foreign language) | 20% | Weeks 4, 8 |
| Assessment 2 (Group) -Translation Assignment 1 | 1000 words or equivalent (in foreign language) | 25% | Week 6 |
| Assessment 3 (Group) - Translation Assignment 2 | 1000 words or equivalent (in foreign language) | 25% | Week 11 |
| Assessment 4 - Final Online Test | 800 words or equivalent (in foreign language) | 30% | Week 11 |
The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
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