Developing Translation Skills Through Case-Study Technique

Abstract

The study deals with modern techniques of teaching. Interactivity, innovative forms and teaching tools employed contribute to the creation of an activity-oriented training process for future translators. The aim of the article is to present the effectiveness of case-study technique in developing future interpreters’ professional skills through interactive classes. The article presents potency of the scheme for solving translation tasks by analyzing problem situations (case-study), which results in students’ progress in acquiring translation skills. The students were provided with the worked-out algorithm to solve specifically chosen cases containing translation blunders, in four weeks of the experimental training they demonstrated deeper understanding of the diversity of cases, improved their skills to listen to and evaluate their peers’ ideas and the ability to draw conclusions through discussion. The implementation of the case-study method has proved its effectiveness in the process of training future translators, significantly facilitate creation of student-centered and motivating educational environment.