Respeaking : aspects techniques, professionnels et linguistiques du sous-titrage en direct

Author(s): Eugeni Carlo / Language(s): English,French Issue: 25 (1)/2020

Respeaking is a fast-writing technique used to produce live subtitles more rapidly than with a standard keyboard. Despite its numerous applications, training courses, conferences, and research projects, studies on respeaking as a tool to promote social inclusion are scarce, especially when it comes to consider the latter in the widest meaning of Universal Design as promoted by the United Nations. In this framework, we have tried to consider Respeaking and Plain Language – whose main aim is satisfying the needs of people with sensory or intellectual disabilities – as tools to provide a service that can benefit a larger audience, people with a “linguistic disability” included. To do so, multiple techniques to produce interlingual live subtitles were tested. Results of a qualitative and quantitative analysis show that, thanks to human-machine interaction, universal accessibility is possible starting from the standard notion of accessibility which is traditionally oriented to special needs only.

Computer Aided Interpreting (CAI) for Conference Interpreters. Concepts, Content and Prospects

Author(s): Martin WILL / Language(s): English Issue: 25 (1)/2020

While specific and relatively uniform software is used in translationthroughout the industry, only a minority of interpreters today uses dedicatedsoftware for their assignments and even less during the creation of the final product,the interpretation. This is even more surprising as there are already solutionsavailable today that make it possible to considerably automate an interpretingassignment. It is argued that many interpreters refuse to use computers forinterpreting or have little idea of the possibilities of Computer Aided Interpreting(CAI) but there is also a certain confusion in literature as regards the usage of theterm “CAI”. Therefore, in the following, an overview of major developments in thisfield and a comparison with translation will be given in order to derive adifferentiated definition of the term “Computer Aided Interpreting”. Subsequently, amodel workflow will be used to demonstrate existing computer based applicationsthat allow already now to considerably automate a complete interpreting assignment.In a further step, these products will be critically evaluated. Finally, an outlook onfuture developments and trends in the field of CAI will be given. The aim of thiscontribution is to give a coherent overview of CAI and thus contribute to its betterunderstanding.

Анализ и оценка на риска от рискови технически системи при разработването на методика за обучението на студенти въз основа на метода динамично дърво на отказите (Dynamic Fault Tree)

Author(s): Tsvetelina Simeonova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 6/2019

The aim of the present work is to develop a methodology for conducting exercises for analysis, assessment and management of risk, using a web based tool, by identifying and analyzing the risk of occurrence of a dangerous event through the dynamic fault tree method. As a result, a framework is presented according to the proposed methodology applicable to the students' training in risk analysis, evaluation and management, and according to acceptedassumptions. Approaches for qualitative and quantitative risk assessment are presented at the assumed value of the damages. In addition, a methodology for risk analysis, assessment and management applicable to student training on risk analysis and management, through the dynamic fault tree method, has been developed and proposed.

Организационни аспекти за администриране на дронове

Author(s): Petar Arabadzhiyski / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 6/2019

The purpose of the article is to represent the organizational aspects of drone administration in the Republic of Bulgaria. On the basis of comparative structural and legal analysis specific functions of national, european and international authorities administrating the use of drones are highlighted as results as well as the structures of the administrations that assist them. Merit of the article are the suggested methods of improving the administration of the national regulating authority for administration of drones in Republic of Bulgaria. A suggestion for creation of specializedstructural department for administrating drones in the authority is being made in the article, also specific suggestions for improving the communication between regulating authorities for the use of drones and companies using them.

Подходи за създаване на инфраструктури за мрежови и Интернет иновации

Author(s): Margarita Petkova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 6/2019

The aim of the present work is to consider the different options for building of test platforms (testbeds) for innovative research mainly on the next generation Internet. Test platforms for next generation networks in various related projects are considered: PlanetLab, Global Environment for Network Innovations (GENI), FIRE (Future Internet Research and Experimentation), FEDERICA, OneLab2, PANLAB, PII ( Panlab II, WISEBED. The results are related to obtaining summary information about the structures and features of the operation of the test platforms. Contributions to the work are the in-depth analysis of the features of building, virtualization, division and provision of shared resources, as well as the ways of unification (federation) and management of test platforms.

Милиметровият честотен обхват като перспектива за 5G мрежи

Author(s): Rosen Pasarelski / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 6/2019

The currently widely used 4G cellular networks face many challenges. The growing demand for high-resolution mobile multimedia applications is bringing these networks to their practical limits. 5G networks, the next generation of wireless communications, are standardized to ease the burden on current infrastructure by offering significantly higher data rates through increased channel bandwidth. Given the lack of accessible frequencies traditionally used for mobilecommunications, millimeter bandwidths (mmWave) are quite a challenging alternative. This technology is a cornerstone of upcoming 5G networks, allowing faster data speeds and much higher bandwidth than ever before, but not every 5G network will necessarily use this frequency band, at least not all the time. As with any new technology, there are unavoidable problems that need to be overcome. The purpose of the research and analysis in this article is to systematize issues and solutions related to the potential problems of spectrum sharing in mmWave frequency range, its suitability for long-distance communications, indoors, in bad weather conditions, as well as biological aspects, and relevant conclusions have been done to meet these challenges.

Science Fiction to Promote Science: Learning Literacy and Social Understanding

Author(s): James Hollenbeck / Language(s): English Issue: 3/2020

The use of science fiction will open new ways of learning and understanding science. Science fiction has long been discussed as a way to get students and adults alike more interested in science; – literary works could be successfully used to communicate science not only to children or scholars but also to the general public. Research and practical application in the classroom has found that, after reading science fiction stories and watching science fiction entertainment, there was a significant positive effect on the understanding of students who do not study advanced science. Using science fiction helps students to link literacy and science. Science fiction was found to enrich the science content and the abstract found in traditional science textbooks.

The Evolution of the Educational ideal on the Romanian Territory

Author(s): Magdalena Iurescu / Language(s): English Issue: 3/2015

Education appeared once the first human communities were constituted. First of all, it had rudimentary features which consisted in teaching rules of behavior, language and working skills, from generation to generation. Afterwards, it constituted into a more organized framework, meaning the foundation of the first schools. Thus, the educational ideals started to be drafted. Through the notion of educational ideal it is understood the outlook on education that a community has, at a certain moment. So, the educational ideal changed along the time, due to the influence of religious, social, political, economic and psychological factors.

Nutrition of pre-school, school children and teenagers

Author(s): Simina Anton / Language(s): English Issue: 9/2018

The behaviours regarding nutrition and physical activity must be cultivated through education, as early as possible. Children who learn since childhood to eat breakfast daily, to eat fruits and vegetables, to exercise, to value their health, will practice these skills in adult life and will educate their children as well. The main source regarding the dietary and physical activity behaviours of children and teenagers in our country is represented by the HBSC study (Health behaviour in school-aged children). Quality nutrition is essential for reducing childhood illnesses, promoting optimum health and preventing chronic diseases in the future of the adult. Eating habits are formed in childhood and will last for a lifetime, so it is important to intervene as soon as possible in the community.(Eşi, 2014)

Видеоигрите и Бог

Author(s): Martin Kirilov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 7/2020

The focus of the study is to track the extent to which video games allow religious organizations to spread their ideas, views and beliefs among young people and believers in general, as well as the extent to which games influence the formation of certain stereotypes in the player. Of particular interest to the researcher are the websites of the officially registered religions in Bulgaria and their preaching and educational activities

Развитието на историята в приключенските видеоигри

Author(s): Svetoslav Lybenov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 7/2020

The article introduces the adventure videogame, it’s features and sub-genres. The focus is on the narrative and how it’s change over the years. Seven video games, published between 2000-2019, were analyzed through a single matrix. The various narrative structures and their influence on storytelling are analyzed. In the last part an object of attention are the hybrid genre of action-adventure videogames and it’s spread in various media. The text is part of a thesis successfully defended at FJMC in 2019

Аналогова среда vs. дигитални комуникации

Author(s): Rusi Marinov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

In this article, I discuss problems associated with new technologies, digital communications and the future of analog interaction models. I also analyze the development possibilities of artificial intelligence and neural networks based on analog computhttping systems. The transformation today, involves a radical change in existing models and the rediscovery of the benefits of some traditional approaches, which in another context can be much more effective than existing information and digital tools. In this case, it is the analog approaches of quantum computing in combination with new technologies that lead to better results, development of society and the creation of a more human environment.

Герард Хофстеде и неговата система за измерване различията в културата и организациите

Author(s): Tolya Stoitsova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

The article offers a brief introduction to a great contemporary scientist – Professor Gerard Hofstede. Three reasons are underlined in connection with the question why Bulgarian researchers, some of them from NBU, are proud to have contributed to the development and implementation of its model for understanding intercultural differences and those in different organizations. The six Hofstede’s dimensions are discussed theoretically. These are: Power Distance; Individualism Versus Collectivism; Masculinity Versus Femininity; Uncertainty Avoidance; Long- and Short-Term Oriented National Cultures; and Indulgence Versus Restraint. Empirical results for Bulgarian culture are presented along with comparisons between Bulgaria and some other cultures using the principle of similarities and differences.

Някои насоки за успешно презентиране

Author(s): Evelina Christova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

This article aims to provide information for successful presentation. It is based on the results of a study conducted and published for the Yearbook 2018 of the Department of Mass Communications, NBU. As a result of the data collected, it turned out that some students indicated the need for guidelines for successful presentation.

Срещата на визуалното съдържание и разказването на истории

Author(s): Desislava Dankova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

The current text introduces the idea of communicating through images. The tool is increasingly visible in companies' communication strategies. The prerequisites that lead to the development of this type of communication are discussed, focusing on one of the most used social media – Instagram. A parallel is drawn between the nature of the platform and the ability to find an intersection between visual content and storytelling. At the end of the text, two of the most successful examples from the corporate world are presented and their approach of engaging Instagram followers with the help of experiences in order to convert them into customers while demonstrating the company's philosophy and values.

Бъдещето на публичната дипломация в България

Author(s): Georgi Aleksandrov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

In times of exponential technological and communicational progress, the topic of the future of political communication is gaining more and more strength. As a result of the creation of many new means for communication and the evolution of the democratic society, there was born a new instrument of political power – public diplomacy. Many scholars have already developed large scale works on the topic about the role, the meaning, and the future of public diplomacy on the world stage. Here we have at hand the question for the future of Public Diplomacy in Bulgaria. This scientific topic is interrelated with yet another phenomenon – the European Union and the participation of Bulgaria as a member in it. This article reviews the future role of public diplomacy as an instrument of the sovereign assisted by the soft power of the EU and the significance of a strong and unified European Union.

Езикът на омразата – какво отслабва феномена в медиите

Author(s): Kristina Nenova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

Hate speech can be used as an instrument preferred to exert political influence upon voters during election campaigns. This article provides two examples to support this assumption – the first one is related to a Kirk and Martin’s study on the way main presidential candidates in the USA ran their campaigns in 2016, while the other assumption is related to the current debate in Bulgaria on the National Child Strategy 2019-2030. The present article focuses upon possibilities to reduce the phenomenon’s influence as well as upon some of the challenges researchers and policy makers face in their attempts to limit it.

Демокрацията като граница. Свобода и несвобода на словото в епохата на Интернет

Author(s): Justine Toms / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

The Internet gives people the illusion of freedom because connects quickly people all over the world. Connection speed and communication possibilities are real. But are we really free online? What other limitations there are besides marketing traps? Haw to be sure what is information and what is disinformation?

Новите функции на обществените медии

Author(s): Maria Cholakova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019

This article has been inspired by the popular discussions whether the Bulgarian National Television deserves to be named „public“ and how it will survive the new reality, with new types of media capturing the audience. The article aims to identify the steps that should be made in order to win the younger audience’s full trust. A survey of public television practices in EU Member States has been made and the best ones are outlined. Recommendations and next steps are proposed.

Книги на преподаватели. Предимства и предизвикателства на късите форми. Модели и практики на българското късометражно кино на Петя Александрова

Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 1/2019