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A History of Modern Translation Knowledge: Sources, concepts, effectsEdited by Lieven D’hulst and Yves Gambier
[Benjamins Translation Library 142] 2018
► pp. 435–442
Edited by Lieven D’hulst and Yves Gambier
[Benjamins Translation Library 142] 2018
► pp. 435–442
Chapter 7.4Assessment
Keywords: empirically-based tests, ad-hoc assessment practices, psychometrics, product vs. processes, translator competence and translation quality
Article outline
- 1.Introduction: Some examples of basic concepts and issues in assessment
- 2.Changes in space and time
- 3.Some examples of case studies
- 4.Open questions, criticism, limitations, drawbacks
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