The module introduces the ways MT is being used today, specifically when it is used for 'gisting', or achieving an understanding of a text that is in a language a person does not speak themselves. The module will then focus on the various proposals and projects focused on using MT to promote linguistic accessibility.
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Linguistic Accessibility and Machine Translation
Linguistic Accessibility and Machine Translation
Nonstop MOOC on methods and technologies for accessibility
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Description
This course is part of the larger module "Methods and technologies for accessibility and their evaluation" which consists of over 25 modules (1 ECT each). If you want to become an expert at creating digitally accessible services, make sure to check them out.
- Topics
- Study format
- Online
- Application period
- 6 August 2023 – 1 December 2024
- Study period
- 6 August 2023 – 31 December 2024
- Credits
- 1 ECTS
- Pace
- 0%
- Hosting university
- Tampere University
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Learning outcomes
Learning Outcome 1
The student will be able to describe some of the main use cases for machine translation (MT) today.
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Learning Outcome 2
The student will demonstrate an understanding of the different groups of people using MT and how they are using it.
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Learning Outcome 3
The student will be able to discuss the ways projects have proposed to improve linguistic accessibility for underserved groups through the use of MT.
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The module introduces the ways MT is being used today, specifically when it is used for 'gisting', or achieving an understanding of a text that is in a language a person does not speak themselves. The module will then focus on the various proposals and projects focused on using MT to promote linguistic accessibility.
Hosting university
Tampere University
