Course Information


Course Information
Course Title Code Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
TRANSLATION OF LITERARY AND WRITTEN-VISUAL TEXTS) İTA453 7. Semester 4 + 0 4.0 6.0

Prerequisites None

Language of Instruction Italian
Course Level Bachelor's Degree
Course Type Compulsory
Mode of delivery
Course Coordinator
Instructors Nevin ÖZKAN SPEELMAN
Assistants
Goals The main aim of this course is to equip students with the skills required to translate literary and audio-visual texts effectively. By providing students with the opportunity to translate various types of texts, including literary works as well as advertisements, film subtitles, and graphic novels, the course aims to help students understand and apply translation techniques across different text genres. Additionally, the course offers opportunities for students to enhance their creative and critical aspects of translation and emphasizes the importance of language, culture, and expression skills in the translation process.
Course Content This course covers a wide range of translations, including literary texts and audio-visual materials. Students will learn to translate literary works such as novels, short stories, and poems, as well as written and visual materials like advertising posters, graphic novels, and film subtitles. Throughout the course, students will learn translation techniques, explore the significance of cultural codes in translation, and address language and cultural differences between texts. Moreover, students will be introduced to translation tools and technologies and will engage in practical exercises to develop their translation skills. Thus, the course provides students with the necessary knowledge and experience to succeed in translating literary and audio-visual texts effectively.
Learning Outcomes 1) Students will gain the skill to translate various types of texts, ranging from literary works to advertisements, film subtitles, and graphic novels. This outcome enables students to understand and translate different text genres effectively.
2) Students will recognize and address the cultural differences and codes during the translation process. This outcome strengthens students' ability to understand cultural codes encountered in translation and to process them appropriately in translation.
3) Students will develop creative and critical thinking skills in the translation process, learning to effectively convey the language and expressive features of texts. This outcome enhances students' ability to produce flexible and original solutions during the translation process.

Weekly Topics (Content)
Week Topics Teaching and Learning Methods and Techniques Study Materials
1. Week Characteristics of literary texts and their translation Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)
2. Week Basic principles of translating written and visual texts Lecture; Problem Solving
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
3. Week Examination of fundamental translation techniques Case Study; Role Play
Station; Speech Loop
Project Based Learning; Storyline 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
4. Week Practical exercises on translating novels, short stories, and poetry Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming; Speech Loop
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
5. Week Challenges encountered in translating literary texts and coping strategies Question Answer; Problem Solving
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)
6. Week Creative use of language in the translation of literary texts Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
7. Week Practical exercises on translating advertising texts, film subtitles, and graphic novels Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking; Large Group Discussion
Brain Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)
8. Week Consideration of visual elements in the translation of written and visual texts Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Project Based Learning 		Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
9. Week Translation skills for different media platforms Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming; Six Hats Thinking
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Report (Including Preparation and presentation Time) Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)
10. Week The importance of cultural codes in translation and their identification Lecture; Question Answer
Six Hats Thinking; Opinion Pool
Project Based Learning; Problem Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
11. Week Considerations for translating expression forms Discussion; Case Study
Station; Speech Loop; Debate
Problem Based Learning; Storyline 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)
12. Week Impact of cultural differences on the translation process Discussion; Case Study
Opinion Pool; Station
Problem Based Learning; Storyline 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
13. Week Examination of critical translation theories Question Answer; Problem Solving
Colloquium; Debate
Storyline; Play Based Learning 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice, Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice)
14. Week Influence of intertextuality on translation Question Answer; Education Excursion
Six Hats Thinking; Station
Project Based Learning; Storyline 		Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.)

Sources Used in This Course
Recommended Sources
Federica Scarpa, La traduzione specializzata , Hoepli, 2008.
Franca Cavagnoli, La voce del testo. L'arte e il mestiere di traduzione, Feltrinelli, Milano, 2019.
Laura Salmon, Teoria della traduzione, Antonio Vallardi, 2003.
Raffaella Bertazzoli, La traduzione: teorie e metodi, Carocci, 2015.

Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program RequirementsContribution LevelDK1DK2DK3
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PY155555
PY175555

*DK = Course's Contrubution.
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ECTS credits and course workload
Event Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Total weeks*Hours per week) 14 2
Work Hour outside Classroom (Preparation, strengthening) 14 2
Homework 14 2
Presentation (Including Preparation Time) 14 2
Activity (Web Search, Library Work, Trip, Observation, Interview etc.) 14 2
Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice , Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice) 14 2
Midterm Exam 1 2
Final Exam 1 2
Total Workload
Total Workload / 30 (s)
ECTS Credit of the Course
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