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Romero Fresco, Pablo. 2011. Subtitling through speech recognition: respeaking (Translation Practices Explained 13). 194 pp.

Abstract

This book deals with the origins of subtitling for the deaf and hard of hearing, the different methods used to provide live subtitles and the training and professional practice of respeaking around the world. The core of the book is devoted to elaborating an in-depth respeaking course, including the skills required before, during and after the respeaking process. The volume also offers detailed analysis of the reception of respeaking, featuring information about viewers’ preferences, comprehension and perception of respoken subtitles obtained with eye-tracking technology. It includes a DVD with video clips and documents designed to illustrate the material in the book and to serve as a basis for the exercises included at the end of each chapter.
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