3000
This course focuses on the interpretation skills from ASL to spoken English and from spoken English to ASL. This course focuses on consecutive interpretation theory and practice. Expansion/Compression strategies and interpreting management strategies will also be introduced. Students will interpret both rehearsed and unrehearsed texts.
Every Fall
Previously: INTR 340
This course is designed to expose students to a variety of settings in which an interpreter may function. The Demand-Control theory will be the foundational approach to setting analysis including the principles and protocols associated with each setting. "Hands-on" experiences will be provided through various mock situations for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate placement and skill application in each of these settings. This course includes both observations and in-class discussions.
Every other Interim, even years
Previously: INTR 350
This course focuses on the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required for assessment and certification as a sign language interpreter. Students will refine their knowledge and further develop skills in different interpreting modalities, including interpretation, transliteration, and sight translation. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing and managing demands within an interpreting encounter, making ethical and professional decisions, and practicing effective teaming strategies. Students will develop and demonstrate competencies aligned with national and state-level interpreter certification requirements, including the Center for the Assessment of Sign Language Interpretation (CASLI) and the Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) examinations, as well as the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA).
Every other Interim, odd years
Previously: INTR 360
This course focuses on simultaneous interpretation skills from ASL to English. The course introduces team interpretation, one-on-one interaction, small group interactive settings and narrative discourse. Incorporating effective compression strategies will be emphasized in this course. Live and videotaped scenarios will be used.
Every Spring
Previously: INTR 342
This course focuses on simultaneous interpretation skills from English to ASL. The course introduces team interpretation, one-on-one interaction, small group interactive settings and narrative discourse. Incorporating effective compression strategies will be emphasized in this course. Live and videotaped scenarios will be used.
Every Spring
Previously: INTR 343
Special Topics in American Sign Language and/or Sign Language Interpreting.
Every Spring
Previously: INTR 397