Interpreting for the deafblind 3200-M1-4PPPJM-D
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the specifics of interpreting for deaf-blind people. The introduction will present the definition of deaf-blind people and how it has evolved over the years. This will be followed by a discussion of the characteristics of this diverse group and attempts to classify it.
The next topic is the functional consequences of visual and hearing impairment. Through simulations of various hearing and vision impairments and exercises, students will try to create a definition and list of the consequences of deaf-blindness.
To discover the world of deaf-blind people, students will take on the roles of deaf-blind people and their guide-interpreters. Through such simulations, they will develop their empathy and notice a different perspective. They will have the opportunity to properly establish initial contact with a deaf-blind person, learn alternative methods of communication (SKOGN), such as the Lorm alphabet, hand typing, hand sign language, and many others. They will also learn techniques for moving around and describing their surroundings with elements of audio description, which is an essential part of communicating with deaf-blind people.
An indispensable part of the classes will be the development and implementation of rules and ethics for working with deaf-blind people.
Student workload:
- classes: 30 hours (1ECTS)
- independent preparation for classes: 30 hours (1ECTS)
Total: 60 hours (2 ECTS)
If it is not possible to conduct classes in a stationary form, classes will be held using remote communication tools recommended by the University of Warsaw.
The course is conducted within the “Integrated Teaching & Learning Development Programme – ZIP 2.0”, which is co-financed by the European Social Fund – the European Funds for Social Development Programme 2021–2027 (FERS) (contract no.: FERS.01.05-IP.08-0365/23-00).
Type of course
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Student:
KNOWLEDGE
- has knowledge about the diversity of the deafblind community (K_W12)
- has knowledge about the work of deafblind guide-interpreters (K_W08)
- knows basic terminology related to deafblindness (K_W03)
- knows and understands the concept of the role of a deafblind guide-interpreters and the ethical principles of an interpreterter's work (K_W11)
SKILLS
- can identify problems related to interpreting and communicating with deafblind people (K_U08)
- can adapt the method of communication to the capabilities of a deafblind person (K_U11)
- can communicate with a deafblind person using various methods of communication (K_U05)
ATTITUDES
- understands the need for lifelong learning, personal and professional development (K_K05)
- is aware of the role of interpreting in providing deafblind people with access to information, education, and social life (K_K04).
Assessment criteria
Pass criteria:
Continuous assessment based on:
- attendance (max. 2 absences; if the absence limit is exceeded, the student individually agrees with the instructor on how to make up for the missed classes),
- active participation in classes,
- final test on theoretical knowledge and practical test on knowledge of interpreting for deafblind people
Grading scale for the test and exam:
99%-100% - 5!
98%-91% - 5
90%-86% - 4.5
85%-76% - 4
75%-71% - 3.5
70%-60% - 3
below - 2 (nzal)
The resit exam is held under the same conditions and in the same form as the first exam.
Students are required to attend all classes. Two unexcused absences per 30 hours of contact classes are allowed. In the case of more than two unexcused absences, the student should ask the lecturer to determine the form of assessment for the material covered in the classes they missed. In the case of more than two unexcused absences, the student should ask the lecturer
to determine the form of assessment for the material from the classes they were absent from. Unexcused absence from 50% of classes (or more) results in a failing grade for the course.
Bibliography
The relevant literature will be provided to students during the first class.
Additional information
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