Insights and viewpoints of University Translation Lectures and Translation Industry Experts on Collaborative Approaches to Translation Training Programs

Abstract

In recent times, there has been a notable transition within the domain of translation studies, wherein a greater emphasis is placed on collaborative methodologies for training purposes. However, this shift underscores the significance of fostering cooperation between university translation lecturers and professionals from the translation industry. This shift in focus goes further to bridge the existing gap between academic translation training programs and translation industry experts. Hence, the aim of the current research is to identify these existing gaps and explore how collaborative approach between the university translation lecturers and translation industry experts can enhance the translation training programs. Also, the research explored the diverse opinions of two identified stakeholders on various collaborative approaches to translation training programs. To execute these objectives, the research adopted a quantitative research methodology which deals on collation, analysis, and evaluation of large numerical data. Additionally, the research data was gathered using online questionnaire; wherein 76 randomly selected research participants were tasked to share their varied opinions regarding the survey items contained in the questionnaire. However, the key findings from the research highlighted industry partnership, technology integration, and collaborative research project, among others as relevant collaborative approaches in training future translators. More so, the research recognized the benefits of these approaches in enhancing the quality of translation training. On the other hand, the research emphasized the need for practical aspect of translation training programs which can be truly obtained by involving professional translators in the industry during training.