Foundations of Practice 2 (INTR 2220)
This course provides students with opportunities to expand their understanding of the practice profession of sign language interpretation. Continued foundational learning focuses on development of pre-interpreting skills such as English vocabulary development, discourse mapping, discourse reconstruction, paraphrasing and cognitive multi-tasking. Students will be introduced to the Deafblind community and to the variety of setting types where interpreters typically work.
Course code: INTR 2220
Credits: 2.0
Length: 37.5 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
INTR 2120.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42564 | January 6, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building A | Mykle-Hotzon, Barbara |
Additional Information
- Course content will be guided by research, empirical knowledge, professional standards and best practice.
Foundational skills for interpreting:
English vocabulary development
Listening for comprehension
Speaking for clarity
Identifying main points in spoken texts
Discourse mapping
Multi-tasking while listening and speaking - Introduction to the Deafblind community:
Etiology of Deafblindness
Significant organizations of, by and for Deafblind individuals
Various communication methods used by members of this population
Various mobility and orientation needs, and guiding techniques
Distinction between interpreters and intervenors working with individuals who are Deafblind - Introduction to interpreting setting types and their distinguishing features:
Educational K-12
Educational post-secondary
Medical
Legal
Social services
Community
Video Relay
Video Remote
Performing arts
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.