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Multilingual Localization – A Project Management Perspective

  Multilingual  e-learning localization  is the conversion of e-learning content into different languages at the same time. Such an enterprise requires a colossal effort in coordination and management. A Herculean Task Each localization project has several stages, interspersed by checks and reviews and innumerable micro-processes in the workflow. Multiplying each of these over several languages is a herculean task. It calls for challenging skills on the part of the project manager, in terms of understanding of language, people as well as workflow management. As a leading e-learning localization provider in Europe and India, we were approached by a client and commissioned the task of translating their e-learning tutorials. The company has operations in several countries of Europe, Asia, and India. The project involved the conversion from English into 15 world languages. The tutorials served as training modules for new recruits. They were being developed to reduce the dependency on train
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E-Learning Localization

What is E-Learning Localization E-learning is the translation and adaptation of training and teaching material to different languages. Translation refers to the conversion of the content from on language to another, while localization refers to the adaptation of display, appearance and format to enable ease of consumption by the target audience. E-Learning Localization helps e-learning companies reach larger audiences not limiting their outreach by language barriers.   Visit our webpage to know more about E-Learning Localization services: https://www.wordpar.com/e-learning-localization/ Kinds of E-Learning Localization Educational Schools and colleges are today converting their learning content to digital platforms. The delivery methods have changed from textbooks to I-pads, computers, and digital whiteboards. Content is now available online for repeated references. From lifeless visual reference to the textbook, the content has now been changed to animated au

Interpretation or Verbal Translation

Interpretation or Verbal Translation What is Interpretation In simple terms, interpretation is the word used to refer translation in spoken form. To distinguish between written and spoken translation, we use the term   interpretation   for spoken, and   translation   for written language conversion. Interpretation is required when two or more parties to a discussion speak different languages. This is common in informal settings among friends, students and colleagues. When two colleagues do not speak the same language, another colleague who speaks both assists the in communicating. Visit our webpage to know more about interpretation services: https://www.wordpar.com/interpretation/ Kinds of Interpretation Medical Interpretation Doctors and patients speaking different languages require the assistance of a translator. Medical interpretation requires special medical knowledge on the part of the interpreter. This is a specialise area of interpretation and requires medical

Interpretation or Oral Translation

What is Interpretation In simple terms, interpretation is the word used to refer translation in spoken form. To distinguish between written and spoken translation, we use the term   interpretation   for spoken, and   translation   for written language conversion. Interpretation is required when two or more parties to a discussion speak different languages. This is common in informal settings among friends, students and colleagues. When two colleagues do not speak the same language, another colleague who speaks both assists the in communicating. Visit our webpage to know more about interpretation services: https://www.wordpar.com/interpretation/ Kinds of Interpretation Medical Interpretation Doctors and patients speaking different languages require the assistance of a translator. Medical interpretation requires special medical knowledge on the part of the interpreter. This is a specialise area of interpretation and requires medical training. Currently, during the pandem

Pharmaceutical Translation in the CoVid-19 Context

Pharmaceutical Translation in the CoVid-19 Context Ctrl + Alt + Del – 2020 The world bemoans the ill-fated calamity of the CoVid outbreak, which has crippled the economy of the world, taken hundreds of thousands of human lives and relegated millions of people to the confines of their homes. There seems to be no end in sight. While most countries are trying their best to come to terms with the reality and find solutions to revive their economies, the greatest task at hand is finding a lasting medical solution. Need for International Data Exchange The pandemic nature of the outbreak has necessitated pharmaceutical translation for the exchange of research and information and for expediting clinical research. The need for is every more relevant considering that each country is at different phases of the outbreak and has unique data to share, which can benefit the rest of the world. The Race against Time The need to find medicines and vaccines is pressing. The economic cost o