Translator Education Practices in a University Context
Dr. Fouad Elkarnichi recently delivered an insightful presentation titled "Translator Education Practices in a University Context." This enlightening seminar, organized by the Language Research Center of King Khalid University, took place on January 23, 2019.
Dr. Elkarnichi's discussion mainly emphasized the current status of translation within the educational context. His presentation encapsulated an array of crucial elements concerning translator education, including the evolution of translation pedagogy in Western countries, issues emerging in educational practices within Arab contexts, and his personal experiences in the field.
Addressing common misconceptions about translation, Dr. Elkarnichi underscored its historical significance. He pointed out that translation had primarily been the domain of bilingual individuals, practitioners, and religious scholars. Moreover, translation had often been viewed merely as a technique for teaching and testing English as a Foreign Language (EFL). "Historically, translation had not been considered as a worthy university discipline," stated Dr. Elkarnichi, underscoring the need to rectify this perspective.
Delving deeper into the subject, Dr. Elkarnichi outlined the timeline of translation approaches, from traditional methods to the more recent socio-constructivist frameworks. He also presented intriguing findings from his research on translation programs in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, utilizing a mixed-method research approach.
In conclusion, Dr. Elkarnichi's seminar proved to be a considerable success, offering attendees valuable insights into the intricate landscape of translator education.
