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About the Course

This course offers you basic but valuable techniques used by a good translator in the translation between English and Chinese. We’ll discuss what is translation, what is good translation, and learn about how to produce good translations. All the examples used in this course are taken from the course instructor's own translations of various genres and topics of writing. These examples are elaborated on to show you how to understand the idea, style and tone of the writer, the historical and cultural context of the writing, as well as the explicit and implied meanings of words, the grammatical structures of sentences, and the logic of sentences and paragraphs in order to achieve faithfulness, expressiveness, and elegance in the translation. After completing this course, you will know what makes a qualified professional translator and acquire the abilities and skills that such a translator needs...

Top reviews

YW

Apr 6, 2020

Thanks for the efforts of Ms. Yuan, the instructor's and Coursera, the course is very good for improving my translation skills. It will be better to share some better translation in a specific thread.

PV

Jun 16, 2019

The lecturer was very knowledgeable and skilful. The course content was very well planned and managed. On the overall, I am very happy to have participated in this course. Thanks!

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By Lujeyn A

Nov 19, 2022

This course helped me to understand the importance of translation, basics of translation, and types of different translations.

By Estelle J

Jul 27, 2019

I really like how the course is structured. Also, it gives a lot of basics of translations. However, I do feel there isn't enough feedback from teacher and peers. I completed 2 weeks' assignment, but barely received feedback, which somewhat discouraged me. Good course for beginners, won't recommend for those who aim to improve the skills.

By Audrey T

May 21, 2021

PLEASE state in the presentation that it is necessary to master the Chinese language and that there will be many translations tasks that require to be fluent in both English and Chinese. Many of us did not know it and it makes for a very frustrating experience and course !

By HASANOVA Z S

Jan 29, 2021

I cant continue the course because there is translation examples between English and Chinese, and I dont know Chinese lang.

By Wang H

Jun 3, 2022

Please note that this course is intended for those who understand both English and Chinese only. The subtitles are not going to be useful, and you will not be able to complete assignments unless you understand both languages (simultaneously).

Some of the assignment is in Chinese and some parts contain propaganda related to China, which you may want to be aware of. The lecturer speaks English with a Chinese accent, which is fine, but there are spelling errors in the text and questions, making me question the quality of the course material.

All assignments must be submitted on time. Students are at the mercy of their peers in peer review which may or may not happen, making one anxious if the course will ever end. Fortunately, it ended and I am just thankful that it did.

By Jonathan T

Mar 25, 2024

"I am immensely grateful to Coursera for the incredible opportunity to expand my knowledge and skills through their platform. The 'Translation in Practice' course was a gem in their collection, offering valuable insights and practical techniques in the field of translation. I truly appreciate Coursera's dedication to providing accessible education to learners worldwide, especially through their selection of free courses like this one. The course materials were well-structured, the instructors were knowledgeable and engaging, and the learning experience was enriching and rewarding. I highly recommend Coursera to anyone seeking to enhance their expertise or explore new subjects. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a curious beginner, Coursera offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. Thank you, Coursera, for your commitment to empowering learners everywhere."

By ever c

Apr 9, 2023

Thanks, thanks a lot! For the opportunity! first I FELT very thankful for having done this course, i have learned the importance of this process to do a good translation. I discovered New tools for traslation they were used in this process too, i did it with all respect, Our thought play an important role, but the new perspective helped me to have experince and understand a new feeling. I wanted to say thanks to the Instructor Yuan Yuao for doing good job, i do not know much chinese, however this course can help anyone who wants to learn any language, i Promise to learn chinese too, still learning another language. thanks to all my fellows i tried the best i could. Greetings!

I did not forget COURSERA! THANK YOU VERY MUCH! All courses are great! All you are the best! thanks a lot so i gave this review and my five stars!

ever

By Hajral Q

Jan 2, 2024

I'm so gratefull to be stumbled in the information about this course. I'm able to arrange my own schedule, it is the way to discipline and challenge my self, to be commited to the schedule that I arrange for my self. The subjects that I have earned here, are the important needs that I've been looking for to elevate my skill and ability in this field. Even it is specialized for Chinesse to English or vise versa, but theoritically is very applicable for all target and source language. Now, my conffidence is boosted to continue my journey to build and grow my career in translation. Big thank to all of the people who have made this course available, I do appreciate it. Thank you in so many times.

By Penname M

Aug 12, 2022

A perfect course for a budding translator looking for a place to start. If I could fix anything, I would vary the homework translation topics more (for a few assignments in a row, there was a slew of Buddhism-related translations). Grading others' homework to see other solutions helped me just as much as the lectures.

By James N

Mar 16, 2021

Great course. It helps to print out the assignments, and have those in front of you as you watch the relevant videos. Week 3 assignments were difficult to get done. Helps to have access to a C-E Buddhist dictionary (the free one available in Pleco isn't very useful).

By Joshua G M

Aug 21, 2023

The best free course I've ever had; made for both understanding the limitations and widening the possibilities of translation. Although this is largely geared towards Chinese audience, in principle it still offers a useful guide that remains universally applicable.

By Tais G

Sep 14, 2023

I'm so happy with my professional qualification, I would like to thank the Coursera Team and the Nanjing University for this opportunity, that change my professional life to better, thank you masters!

我对自己的职业资格感到非常满意,感谢Coursera团队和南京大学给我这个机会,让我的职业生涯变得更好,谢谢大师们!

By Ching S

Jan 5, 2024

Instructor(proffesor) Yuan Yao is the best ! ! All of her videos are very proficient, precise, comprehensive, compelling etc. The assignments are a bit time comsuming-for me, but it will be all worth the effort, at the end. Thank you Yuan Yao.

By Adelene Y

Sep 14, 2020

I want to thank Nanjing University for offering this course. It has really given me practical advice to improve my translation skills and technique. I would like to take a more advance version of the translation course, if available.

By Arrigo L

Jan 16, 2019

I can't believe that courses like these come free of charge. This is seriously valuable for someone like me - a freelancer who doesn't currently have the opportunity to have academic education. Thank you so much!

By Merveil T

Oct 1, 2023

The best online course I have ever seen. Very interactive, and the course is very well explained. At the end, you are really able to do some translation works. Thank you Prof Yuan Yao.

By KERBY M

Dec 6, 2023

The "Translation in Practice" course is well structured and has depth. I feel like I have been learning for a year at the University. I am a better Translator now. Thank you!

By Maria d G T d S

Mar 27, 2023

The course "Translation in Practice" offered by Nanjing University was of great importance and commitment. I want to thank Nanjing University for this opportunity!

By Meriç G D

May 5, 2023

A beautiful and challenging course. Even though I don't speak Chinese I benefited from insights and approaches. Quality course if you know Chinese.

By Jerry Y

Apr 2, 2018

I think this online course is very interesting to me. And it open a door for me to learn how to translate.

By Jean d D N

Oct 7, 2023

This course is so comprehensive and engaging. It helped me update and master the translation skills.

By Charlene T

Apr 3, 2021

As a beginner in translation, I have learnt a lot from the course. It is very practical and useful.

By Joao F

May 15, 2018

I enjoyed these lectures, plus the teacher, she is so intelligent with a lot of exp.

By Elan

Mar 18, 2024

With respects to my professor for her guidance throughout this journey.

By Lina A

Oct 28, 2020

This course is very helpful for student who learn translation subject.