Interpreting as a Practice Profession
Course Overview
This course explores interpreting theories and the Demand-Control Schema (DCS), delving into their practical applications in real-world scenarios. It is designed for aspiring and professional interpreters to develop a deeper understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of interpreting as a practice profession.
This is part of NASLIG Annual Continues Professional Development course for NASLIG members.
Certificate
*Certificate of completion will be awarded upon completion of all the modules and submission of assigned project.
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 29 Lessons
- 4 Quizzes
- 0m Duration
Module 1: Introduction to Interpreting as a Practice Profession
5 Lessons1 Quiz
- Overview of Practice Professions
- Characteristics of Interpreting as a Practice Profession
- Ethical Principles in Interpreting
- The Role of Reflective Practice in Interpreter Development
- Understanding Reflective Practice
- Quiz -Introduction to Interpreting as a Practice Profession
Module 2: Introduction to Interpreting Theories
5 Lessons1 Quiz
- Overview of Interpreting Theories
- What Are Cognitive Processes
- Cognition and Process Models in Interpreting
- Communication Theories and their Influence on Interpreting
- Sociolinguistic Approaches to Interpreting
- Quiz - Introduction to Interpreting Theories
Module 3: The Demand-Control Schema (DCS)
6 Lessons1 Quiz
- Overview of Demand-Control Theory
- Introduction to DCS
- Types of Demands (Environmental, Interpersonal, Paralinguistic, and Intrapersonal)
- Controls Available to Interpreters
- Community Interpreting - Demand Control Schema
- The Balance Between Demands and Controls
- Quiz - The Demand-Control Schema (DCS)
Module 4: Applying DCS in Real-World Scenarios
4 Lessons1 Quiz
- Applying the Demand-Control Schema (DCS) in Real-World Scenarios
- Case Study 1: Medical Interpreting
- Case Study 2: Educational Interpreting
- Reflective Practice: Learning from Real-World Scenarios
- Quiz - Applying DCS in Real-World Scenarios
Module 5: Practical Skills and Applications in Interpreting
4 Lessons
- Skills Development: Active Listening and Processing Time
- Note-Taking Techniques for Consecutive Interpreting
- Simultaneous Interpreting Skills: Accuracy and Speed
- Culturally Appropriate Interpretation
Module 6: Ethical Considerations in Interpreting Practice
4 Lessons
- Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks
- Confidentiality and Professional Boundaries
- Managing Conflicts of Interest
- Ethical Dilemmas in Interpreting
Module 8: Final Project
1 Lesson
- Analyze an interpreting scenario using DCS and theories from the course.
