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A is for Apple: Issues with translation and language

A School of Education seminar presented on April 4th, 2108 by Dr Benjamin Thorn

Not everything can easily be translated from one language to another – not even an archetypal simple phrase like “A is for Apple”.

This seminar explores some of the issues surrounding translation, in particular those that arise from self referentiality in a source text. Texts that refer explicitly or implicitly to their language or structure present particular challenges for a translator, but there usually are solutions. The discussion is then broadened to other translation issues such as “false friends” and how these issues can be used creatively in the classroom.

Presentation

The University of New England respects and acknowledges that its people, courses and facilities are built on land, and surrounded by a sense of belonging, both ancient and contemporary, of the world's oldest living culture. In doing so, UNE values and respects Indigenous knowledge systems as a vital part of the knowledge capital of Australia. We recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of the Aboriginal community and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and future.