FDS AFRICA SERVICES Translation
Project Summery.
Translation in quantitative research refers to the process of translating research instruments, such as surveys or questionnaires, from one language to another. This is important to ensure that the instruments are culturally and linguistically appropriate for the target population and to maintain the validity and reliability of the research results.
There are several methods and guidelines for translating research instruments, including back-translation, forward-translations, and cultural adaptation. It is important to carefully consider the translations process and to involve bilingual experts and members of the target population in order to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the translated instruments.
Here are some resources on translation in quantitative research:
1. “Guidelines for Translating Surveys in Cross-Cultural Research” by the American Association for Public Opinion Research.
2. “Translations and Cultural Adaptation of Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures” by the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research
3. “Best Practices for the Translations and Cultural Adaptation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures” by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute.
