Austin Community College
Syllabus for SLNG 2402
Interpreting II

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Enhancement of interpreting skills and discourse analysis to increasingly complex tasks utilizing simulated interpreting experiences via multimedia materials. Emphasis on skill analysis and peer evaluation.

SUGGESTED RESOURCES: So You Want to be an Interpreter by Alcon & Humphrey.

REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS:

1.) Spiral Notebook for journaling

2.) One 120 minute audiotape

3.) One 120 minute VHS videotape

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

A) Demonstrate knowledge of consecutive interpreting and the processes involved in consecutive interpreting.

B) Continue to improve on skill analysis and peer evaluation.

C) Demonstrate the ability to make ethically appropriate decisions while interpreting.

D) Accurately maintain speaker/signer goals, register, linguistic and cultural differences through practicing assigned videotapes.

E) Reflection, evaluation, and integration of self critique as shown by a written journal. Students will improve the ability to evaluate themselves regarding professional development skills, interpersonal expertise, attitude and other observable behaviors.

F) Develop consecutive interpreting skills and demonstrate the ability to interpret from ASL to spoken English and from spoken English to ASL.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

A student in this course agrees to:

· Attend class regularly.

· Be on time.

· Participate fully in class activities.

· Complete all class assignments on or before the due date.

· Type all written assignments.

· Take midterm and final examinations on announced dates.

· Refrain from using your voice or interpreting for other student(s) who may not
understand the instructor.

COURSE GRADING SYSTEM:

Daily Work Journal 10 %

Vocabulary Journal 10 %

Midterm 20 %

Final: ASL to English Interpretation 25 %

Final: English to ASL Interpretation 25 %

Pre-professional readiness skills 10 %

1. Daily Work Journal (10%) – Will be written in each time class meets to reflect back on lessons and activities. Entries need to be dated and include topics, points of discussion and observations. Also noted would be any and all guest speakers in class and their points of interest. The notes produced in this journal should be a useful tool in order to help prepare for tests. In the long run it will serve as a resource when you become active in the field. The focus of the entries in the journal is to reinforce what you have learned or benefited from in class. This is not a personal journal to vent feelings and frustrations! It is not a diary. It's only about the work! The journal is to be turned in at the end of each month.

2. Vocabulary Journal (10%) – Will be to record vocabulary during all lectures, field trips, and observations. It’s function and purpose is to note new signs. Students will be required to note 50 new spoken English vocabulary or phrases per month. Students will also be required to note 50 new ASL vocabulary or phrases per month. Please divide the journal into 2 columns: “English” and “ASL”. The journal is required to be open on your desk and ongoing at all times. Vocabulary is the cornerstone to bilingual fluency. The journal is to be turned in at the end of each month.

3. Midterm (20%) – The midterm will cover all material presented to that point of the class. It will include information discussed in class and information given to you by the instructor. There will be no make-up of the midterm except under circumstances I deem to be extreme or unique.

4. Final: ASL to English Interpretation (25%)-Each student will be required to analyze a 10-minute segment of videotape signed in ASL. After analyzing the video, the student will interpret that information into spoken English and videotape their interpretation.

5. Final: English to ASL Interpretation (25%)-Each student will be required to analyze a 10-minute segment of videotape presented in spoken English. After analyzing the speech, the student will interpret that information into ASL and videotape their interpretation.

6. Pre-professional readiness skills (10%) – As an interpreting student you will be expected to demonstrate basic work readiness skills, knowledge and attitudes including:

punctuality
attendance
consistent effort throughout each class
seeking accepting and integrating feedback from peers and teachers
working collaboratively and developing effective working relationship with peers and teachers
displaying a positive attitude in class
demonstrate patience with self, others and circumstances.

COURSE POLICIES:

You are responsible for knowing the policies and procedures below. You can pick up a copy of the Student Handbook at a counseling office at any campus or access it online from our web page www.austincc.edu.

Withdrawal Policy

You will be withdrawn if you miss 3 consecutive classes. Refer to the student handbook page 24 for the withdraw policy under other circumstances. If you have a very unique or extreme situation, please discuss it with me.

Incompletes

Incompletes will be given only under very unique or extreme circumstances.

Academic Dishonesty

Refer to the student handbook pages 33.

Prohibited Acts

Refer to the student handbook pages 31-33

ACC Policy on Unattended Children and Children in the Classroom

Refer to the student handbook page 27

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations:

Refer to the student handbook page14. Please let me know in writing how I can accommodate my class to your needs.

COURSE CALENDAR:

A course calendar will be provided in class with details of when assignments are due and when tests are held.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please feel free to call, email or write me notes about any questions or concerns you may have. You may also request to meet with me with an interpreter during my office hours or by appointment.

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Student name _______________________ Student signature ___________________

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