“The linear nature of English and spoken languages present a unique difficulty when attempting to move toward a 3-D/spatial ASL interpretation. The point of view and verb tenses utilized for storytelling between the two languages vary greatly. We will be choosing some common religious texts to analyze in English and we will work together to…
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“When we take time to understand HOW we listen, our listening takes on a much deeper level. As interpreters, we are always reminded to “avoid English” and stay in conceptual ASL. Brevity is one of the keys to effective interpreting. What tools do we use to enhance our listening? What is the role of intuitive…
“This session will be highly interactive. We will begin with a brief knowledge test of human anatomy, given in an IRAT/GRAT format. Next, participants will break up into several small groups and will rotate through a variety of stations, each dedicated to a particular organ system. At each station, participants will review the various parts…
“Educational interpreters often get a bad rap, but the reasons people cite are often not supported by facts. When interpreters, and consequently interpreting students, hear the term “educational interpreter” the most common response is negative. But why? Those who work in a K-12 educational setting have some of the most demanding, most rewarding, highest-impact jobs…
“A bulk of the court interpreter’s work takes place in criminal contexts. Much criminal law and procedure is governed by constitutional principles as interpreted by the Supreme Court. This course provides an analysis of criminal settings from arrest through trial which are commonly encountered in interpreted settings. The course is non-language specific and can benefit…
