Driven by evolvement of AI technology, a series of innovative technologies and tools, such as crowdsourcing translation, remote-video interpreting, human-computer interactive translation, VR/AR interpreting, smart translation pen, portable translation device, and AI simultaneous interpreting technology have made their presence and practical application in various fields and scenes. Technology is reconstructing the traditional translation in an unprecedented way, leading to heated discussion on reform of translation profession and translation education. As translation technology is an undeniable trend, it is necessary to redefine translation competence saying that technical competence is a must for future translators. Questionnaires and interviews were conducted via telephones and emails on the current situation of translation technology curriculum in MA/MTI Translation/Interpreting programs in China, Japan, South Korea, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Australia, etc. This study will present the common problems found in those programs and provide constructive suggestions to them, as maybe referred by future translation technology education in a global view.
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WANG Huashu [ School of Interpreting & Translation Studies, Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, Guangzhou, 510420, China ]
