Fundamentals of Interpreting

1-6 Credits

Develops a systematic, reflective approach to interpreting tasks in real-world settings and outlines the use of different modes of interpreting under professional working conditions. Provides an overview of interpreting skills with exercises to develop them, including focus on active listening and analysis, effective use of memory, and delivery of the target message. Interpreting strategies and techniques in both dialogue and formal consecutive settings are discussed and practiced in a range of interpreting domains. Includes sight translation.