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.
micro-module
Linguistic Accessibility and Machine Translation
Linguistic Accessibility and Machine Translation
Nonstop MOOC on methods and technologies for accessibility
Open for application
Only 100 seats left!
If you want to join this learning opportunity you need to do so now!
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.
The Team
PB
Pauliina Baltzar
Teacher
0 learners
- Topics
- Study format
- Online
- Application period
- 20 January – 31 May 2025
- Study period
- 20 January – 31 July 2025
- Credits
- 1 ECTS
- Pace
- 10%
- Hosting university
- Tampere University
Got questions?Reach out to us via this
Learning outcomes
Machine translation
The student will be able to describe some of the main use cases for machine translation (MT) today.
ESCO SKILLS
Improving linguistic accessibility in projects
The student will be able to discuss the ways projects have proposed to improve linguistic accessibility for underserved groups through the use of machine translation.
ESCO SKILLS
Different user groups of machine translation
The student will demonstrate an understanding of the different groups of people using MT and how they are using it.
ESCO SKILLS
Potential progress
This graph shows the potential you could reach if you take this learning opportunity and how it fits your goal. You can also make a comparison to your current and potential competencies by pressing the buttons.
Less than 5
5 or more
Goal based on on your motivation scan
We recommend to turn your device to view graph
Level
Pioneer
Expert
Explorer
Competence
Level
Pioneer
Expert
Explorer
Competence
Level
Pioneer
Expert
Explorer
Competence
Not sure which competencies suit you?
Take our motivation scan to find learning opportunities that will help you reach your potential goal and growth.
Information
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
