A Comprehensive Guide to Translation Studies
1. What is Translation?
The term “translation” can have several meanings, referring to the subject field, the product, or the process. The process of translation involves changing an original written text (source text, ST) in the original verbal language (source language, SL) into a written text (target text, TT) in a different verbal language (target language, TL).
2. The Evolution of Translation Studies
The development of translation studies has gone through different approaches throughout history:
Read MoreA Comparative Analysis of Educational Philosophies: Freire, Makarenko, and McLuhan
FREIRE
True or False
- True: Freire designed a pedagogy of liberation, closely related to the vision of developing countries and the oppressed classes, with the aim of achieving their awareness. For Freire, there is no neutral education; all education is, in itself, policy, i.e., to transform reality.
- True: For Freire, it is necessary to develop a pedagogy of the question. In traditional schools, the “banking” model of education always develops a pedagogy of the answer. Teachers answer questions that
Understanding Politics: Concepts, Ideologies, and Systems
What is Politics?
Politics emerges from disagreements among individuals in a world with limited resources, leading to conflict and cooperation. It involves the exercise of power, the science of government, the process of making collective decisions, and the allocation of scarce resources.
The Nature of Politics
Politics is multifaceted, encompassing roles as:
- The art of government
- Public affairs
- Compromise and consensus
- Power struggles over scarce resources
Politics as the Art of Government
Politics is considered
Read MoreInternational Organizations as Subjects of Public International Law
1. Introduction
International Organizations (IOs) were created in the 19th Century. At the time, States collaborated on specific technical matters, leading to the establishment of organizations like the Universal Postal Union and the International Telegraph Union to regulate these areas.
In the 20th Century, States continued to create IOs, expanding their scope to include scientific and other areas. Following World War I, the League of Nations emerged, marking the rise of IOs with a political character.
Read MoreClassical and Dynamic Theories of Industrial Relations
Classical Theory of Industrial Relations System
Analysis of John T. Dunlop
John T. Dunlop, in his 1958 work “Industrial Relations System,” aimed to develop a general theory of industrial relations within industrialized societies. His goal was to provide an analytical tool for interpreting and understanding industrial relations, enabling comparisons between different countries’ systems. Dunlop identified the following key components:
Agents of the System
- Associations of Employers
- Workers’ Organizations
- Government
Pathways to Global Peace: Diplomacy, Cooperation, and Institutional Reform
In today’s interconnected world, the issue of global peace stands as a paramount concern amidst ongoing conflicts and geopolitical tensions. Addressing this complex challenge requires nuanced strategies and concerted efforts from all nations and stakeholders involved. This essay explores two crucial points concerning the pursuit of global peace and proposes effective approaches to achieve this noble goal.
The Power of Diplomacy and Communication
Firstly, effective communication and diplomacy play
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