GERM320

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GERM320

Seminar in Translation GERM320 FA

Next Offered in 9798 FA

A group exploration of the art and craft of translation. Some attention will be a given to translation theory. Texts from different genres and of varing degrees of difficulty will be worked on by all members of the class, who will compare and discuss their renderings. Each student will then choose a special project, to be discussed with the instructor in individual sessions. Ideal goal: a group anthology of publishable pieces.

MAJOR READINGS

To be arranged at the beginning of the
semester by consensus.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly assignments; one final project

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students should be fluent in German and have excellent reading skills.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: GERM214 or GERM216 or GERM217 or WUPG251 and WUPG252

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997

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