Process-oriented research in the methodological coordinate system of empirical translation studies
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https://doi.org/10.17721/2520-6397.2025.2.01Keywords:
empirical translation studies methodology, process-oriented translation studies, research orientation, translation studies paradigm, theory, design, methods, proceduresAbstract
Background. The relevance of the proposed investigation is determined by the discord between the quantitative increase in methodological works and their qualitative systematization, which creates obstacles for forming a cohesive methodological paradigm. The research aim is to systematize the methodology of process-oriented translation studies research.
Methods. The study employs a systematic inductive-deductive method, alongside operational methods such as analysis, synthesis, and modeling.
Results. In-depth examination of methodological literature dedicated to process-oriented research has revealed gaps in systematizing scientific approaches to studying translation, translator-related, and associated processes. The necessity of organizing the methodology of process-oriented translation studies research prompted the authors to model a methodological coordinate system for empirical translation studies. The proposed model is hierarchical and consists of six key characteristics: (1) orientation, (2) paradigm, (3) theory, (4) design, (5) data collection methods and procedures, (6) data analysis methods and procedures. Preferring a convergent approach over the principle of oppositional differentiation, the authors proposed their own classification of the primary design parameters for process-oriented translation studies research: (1) hypothesis, (2) conditions, (3) environment, (4) time, and (5) approach. Definitions and essential features have been provided for all characteristics and parameters. Moreover, the article presents a refined classification, separately highlighting data collection methods and procedures, as well as data analysis methods and procedures.
Conclusions. The developed model is tentative but enables the formation of a clear methodological framework for empirical research. It expands the boundaries of process-oriented translation studies and can serve as a basis for further development of translation research methodology.
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