Signed language interpreting/translation theory 3200-M1-4TPJM

Upon completion of the course, the student:

KNOWLEDGE
1. Has knowledge of the key issues addressed by signed language interpreting/translation theory
2. Is familiar with the basic research methods used to study signed language interpreting/translation
3. Understands fundamental topics related to the interpreter’s/translator’s workshop, such as translation strategies and techniques, team
interpreting, interpretation/translation quality, and interpreting/translation errors
4. Understands the concept of the interpreter’s role and the principles of communication within the interpreting triad

SKILLS
1. Can explain the processes involved in signed language interpreting/translation
2. Can explain the strategies and techniques used in signed language interpreting/translation
3. Can describe the mechanisms behind interpreting/translation errors
4. Can identify different models of interpreting and theoretical approaches to translation
5. Can independently acquire knowledge in the field of signed language interpreting/translation

SOCIAL COMPETENCIES
1. Understands the nature of signed language interpreting (both conference and community settings) and translation work
2. Understands the importance of signed language interpreting/translation in communication between Deaf and hearing individuals
3. Can identify challenges related to performing signed language interpretation/translation

Assessment Method
Oral exam (5 points)
Assessment Criteria
 Level of mastery of the topics discussed and the literature assigned
 Ability to process and communicate acquired knowledge in one’s own words
 Ability to place knowledge about signed language interpreting/translation in the broader context of general interpreting/translation studies
Point Scale Contribution to Final Grade
 2.5 points – grade 3 (satisfactory)
 3 points – grade 3+ (satisfactory plus)
 3.5 points – grade 4 (good)
 4 points – grade 4+ (good plus)
 4.5–5 points – grade 5 (very good)
Student Workload
 30 hours of lecture attendance
 15 hours of reading assigned literature
 15 hours of preparation for the oral exam
A maximum of two unexcused absences per semester is allowed. Exceeding this
limit without justification will result in the student’s inability to pass the course or
receive a positive grade. In exceptional cases, it is possible to make up for the
missed classes by completing additional tasks assigned by the instructor.

The retake exam is assessed according to the same conditions and has the same form as the regular exam.

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Boulderault, P. (2005) „Deaf interpreters” [w:] Janzen, T. Topics in Signed Language Interpreting, Amsterdam, Philadelphia: John Benjamins
Cokely, D. (1992) Interpretation: A sociolinguistic model, Burtonsville, MD: Linstok Press;
Cokely, D. (2005a) “Shifting positionality: A critical examination of the turning point in the relationship of interpreters and the deaf community” [w:] Marschark, M.,Peterson, R., Winston, E. (red.) Sign language interpreting and interpreter education, New York: Oxford University Press, 208-234;
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Mason, I. (2001) (red.) Triadic Exchanges: Studies in Dialogue Interpreting, Manchester: St. Jerome Publishing;
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