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The Localization Institute is pleased to announce that a seminar titled
"Writing and Designing for Localization"
led by Nancy Hoft will take place on
9 July 1998, Gutman Conference Center, Cambridge, MA
Cost: $595.
For more information and the registration form visit:
http://www.henes.com/writingseminar
Agenda Outline
I. The Global Documentation Toolkit Glossary for Translation Library of
Document Design Templates
Database of Core Information
Global Documentation Style Guide
Localization Checklist
Enterprise-Wide Tools
Standards
II. Designing Documents for Localization Planning for Text
Expansion and Contraction
Enabling Documents for Cultural Content
III. Writing for Translation Standardizing Terminology
Standardizing Grammar
Standardizing Style
IV. Editing for TranslationChoosing and Applying an
Editorial Strategy
Identifying Cultural Bias
V. Creating Graphics for the Users Worldwide Identifying Cultural Taboos
Designing Graphics for Localization
Choosing Colors
VI. Collaborating in a Global Context Working as a Member of a Global Team
Choosing and Using Global Communication Technologies
Accommodating Cultural Differences in Communication Style
The Localization Institute / Henes Inc. reserves the right to change the outline and content of this seminar at any time
without prior notification.
