A good understanding of how discourse is structured for different purposes in different languages enables a consultant to support translation teams in identifying and addressing potential discourse-level communication issues in their translation.
Here are some resource suggestions to help your mentees grow in their skills for handling discourse:
1. SIL-validated courses on discourse
There is a network of training providers offering courses that align with SIL’s Standard Learning Objectives for ‘Discourse Analysis’. Visit the list of providers on SIL’s website and find the one most suitable for you.
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2. Books and articles on discourse structures
The following books and articles provide useful introductions to issues related to discourse structure:
- Dooley, Robert and Stephen H. Levinsohn. 2001. Analyzing Discourse: A Manual of Basic Concepts. SIL International.
- Roberts, John R. 1997. ‘The Syntax of Discourse Structure’, Notes on Translation 11.2, 15-34.
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Further resources that might interest you
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