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Consecutive Interpreting from ASL

Consecutive Interpreting from ASL provides theoretical information about consecutive interpreting in an accessible and clear format. A sequenced set of exercises begins with a review of intralingual exercises and progresses to more complex source material. ASL source materials feature a variety of signers. These materials are ideal for group practice sessions or for independent work at home. Check out the companion volume Consecutive Interpreting from English to refine consecutive interpreting skills from English to ASL.

Who is this book for? Interpreting students and their teachers as well as working interpreters can benefit from studying this volume. It can also be used to earn RID CMP CEUs when you work with an approved RID sponsor.

Consecutive Interpreting from ASL provides theoretical information as well as carefully constructed practical exercises on the following:

  • Intralingual Exercises
  • Translation Review and Bridging to CI
  • Fidelity
  • Comprehension
  • Memory
  • Reformulation
  • Self-Monitoring and Correction

Each exercise includes:

  • Video source material on DVD or via the DSP online library
  • Study Questions
  • The Five-Step Follow-up

The Five-Step Follow-Up is a unique method of self-analysis and encourages reflective practice and is included in each exercise.

The Teacher's Guide includes all of the information and material that appears in the Study Set and:

  • Discussion questions
  • Suggestions for hwo to conduct the exercises
  • Samples of appropriate responses to workbook questions
  • The video source material is the same for both the Teacher's Guide and the Study Set