Learning Objectives
- Describe the primary elements of simultaneous interpreting that distinguish this mode from other modes of interpreting
- Identify settings and situations for which simultaneous interpreting may or may not be appropriate
- Determine own level of competence in the simultaneous mode of interpreting
- Apply one strategy to enhancing and/or developing their simultaneous interpreting skills
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction (4-hours)
- Overview & definitions
- Simultaneous interpreting process overview
Day 2: Foundation to simultaneous interpreting preparation (4-hours)
- Continue simultaneous Interpreting process overview
- Deliberate practice model for simultaneous interpreting
- Pre-assignment Preparation
Day 3: Partnering in simultaneous interpreting (4-hours)
- Finetuning delivery
- Basics to working with a partner.
Day 4: Strategy Development (4-hours)
- Best practices for reference materials
- Deep practice
- Post-training enhancement plan