Translation Technology for Student Translators: A Study on Perceptions

Abstract

The aim of this research is to discover the perceptions of student translators on
translation technology. This topic was chosen because translation technology can be considered
as a novelty for student translators, and they have just learnt about translation technology in
Computer-Assisted Translation class in the previous semester. The researcher, therefore, is
interested in investigating how the student translators perceive translation technology in
general. To acquire the data, the researcher conducted focus group discussions towards three 8th
semester students of English Language and Culture Department. The data were analyzed using
qualitative content analysis. The findings show that the student translators have positive
perceptions on translation technology. This can be seen from how the student translators
frequently used translation technology and how they believed translation technology is beneficial
to use despite its shortcomings.