To commemorate 40 years since its inception, EURALEX organised a two week online lecture series. Presenters were past presidents of EURALEX, in their lectures they addressed various topics, from dictionary use, historical lexicography, AI in lexicography, as well as the past and future of EURALEX.
Each lecture/interview was followed by a one-hour session with the presenter, aimed specifically at junior lexicographers, i.e. lexicographers at the beginning of their career, who had an opportunity to ask questions, discuss their research/work, ask for advice etc.
Wednesday, 4th October 2023
16:00 CEST (Berlin)
17:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Gilles-Maurice de Schryver
interview
(interviewer: Stefan Engelberg)
Thursday, 5th October 2023
16:00 CEST (Berlin)
17:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Janet DeCesaris
Lecture
Lexicographic traditions: a personal view
Friday, 6th October 2023
11:00 CEST (Berlin)
12:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Carla Marello
interview
(interviewer: Tinatin Margalitadze)
Monday, 9th October 2023
10:00 CEST (Berlin)
11:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Lars Trap-Jensen
Lecture
The importance of network in lexicography
Tuesday, 10th October 2023
17:00 CEST (Berlin)
18:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Geoffrey Williams
Lecture
Henri Basnage: the reluctant lexicographer
Wednesday, 11th October 2023
16:00 CEST (Berlin)
17:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Andrea Abel
Lecture
Join-in Lexicography: User Participation in Electronic Reference Works
Thursday, 12th October 2023
10:00 CEST (Berlin)
11:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Annette Klosa-Kückelhaus
Lecture
Old and new lexicographic challenges
Abstract:
In my talk, I will discuss some of the problems I have encountered in my lexicographic practice. Although the dictionary projects I have worked on have found ways to solve these problems, these issues still concern me. I believe that they also concern other professional lexicographers; even in future times when we will be assisted even more than we are today by appropriate technologies. With my presentation, I would also like to initiate the discussion about which fundamental lexicographic challenges are worth further research. Finally, I would like to argue that we should do this in exchange across language/country borders and different lexicographic traditions, for which the EURALEX community provides the appropriate framework.
16:00 CEST (Berlin)
17:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Zoe Gavriilidou
Lecture
Strategic Dictionary Use and soft skill development
In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements and evolving workplace dynamics, soft skills have emerged as pivotal determinants of professional success. This talk delves into the relationship between strategic dictionary use and the cultivation of essential soft skills. We explore how individuals, from students to seasoned professionals, can harness the power of dictionaries as versatile tools for enhancing communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. By delving into case studies, practical examples, and research findings, we uncover the transformative potential of deliberate and strategic dictionary utilization.
Friday, 13th October 2023
10:00 CEST (Berlin)
11:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Krista Varantola
interview
(interviewer: Michael Rundell)
16:00 CEST (Berlin)
17:00 CEST
- Q&A with junior lexicographers
Thierry Fontenelle
Lecture
From lexicography to translation via proofing tools and terminology: an enjoyable journey
