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Deaf Studies & Deaf Education



Sign Language Interpreting: Exploring Its Art and Science, 2/E
David A. Stewart, Michigan State University
Jerome D. Schein, Professor Emeritus, New York University and Adjunct Professor, University of Alberta
Brenda E. Cartwright, Lansing Community College

ISBN-10: 0205407943
ISBN-13: 9780205407941

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Copyright: 2004
Format: Paper; 288 pp
Published: 09/26/2003

Suggested retail price: $84.20
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Sign Language Interpreting: Exploring Its Art and Science is a comprehensive exploration of the practice and research relating to sign language interpreting.

A pleasant, conversational style of writing is used to present the problems, issues, and options in this field as they are best known today. The text nurtures a rational discourse that will enhance the development of professional interpreting in ways that will satisfy participants. The reader is taken on a journey from the early days of interpreting, to the professionalization of interpreters, to an examination of past and present models of interpreting. Two models are introduced that take into account the influence of all participants and environmental factors in a variety of interpreting situations. The business and ethical aspects of interpreting are discussed while focusing on current practice. The text introduces first-time users to sign language and how it affects interpreting. For those knowledgeable about sign language interpreting, it gathers together a wealth of previously scattered materials. For scholars and researchers, it directs their attention to new areas for study.

  • Uses a comprehensive Interactive Model of Sign Language Interpreting to describe the participant and environmental factors involved in the process of interpreting.
  • Examines the practice of interpreting from the perspective of the interpreter, the deaf person, and the person who uses speech.
  • Explores ethical issues, and ethically challenging scenarios stimulate self-examination and discussions among interpreters and other participants.
  • Shows the reader how culture interacts with languages, signed and spoken, to shape the accuracy of an interpretation.
  • Investigates the practice of interpreting in a variety of settings and discusses its business aspect and future directions.

  • Totally revised Chapter 3, “Models of Interpreting.”
  • A Study Guide at the end of each chapter contains questions that engage readers in critical thinking about interpreting.
  • Activities in each chapter help readers expand their newly learned knowledge by connecting them to real-life situations.
  • An experienced interpreter and a Deaf adult offer their perspectives on how interpreters might behave in a variety of challenging interpreting situations.



Preface.


About the Authors.


1. Introduction.

Our Philosophy.

Terminology.

Some Professional Issues.

Organization of the Book.



2. From Favor to Profession: The History of Interpreting.

When and Where Did Interpreting Originate?

The Professionalization of Interpreting.

Interpreting with Deaf Participants.

Interpreter Organizations.

Social and Legal Milestones.

Preparation of Interpreters.

Interpreting in Other Countries.

Nurturing the Interpreting Profession.



3. Models of Interpreting.

An Interactive Model.

Elements of Other Interpreting Models.

Conclusions.



4. Physical Factors.

The Auditory Field.

The Visual Field.

Personal Factors.

Managing the Environment.



5. Psychological Factors.

The Psychology of the Interpreter.

Psychology of Deaf Participants.

Psychology of Hearing Participants.

Psychology of Interpreting Interactions.

Psychological Research.

Summary.



6. Varieties of Settings.

Variations in Form and Participants.

Variations in Settings.

Summary.



7. Language and Culture.

Respecting Other Cultures.

Using New Signs.

Cultural Misinterpretations.

Language as Power.

The Interpreter's Responsibilities.

Cultural Mediation.

American Sign Language.

English-Based Sign Systems.

The Interpreter's Linguistic Tools.

Summary.



8. The Business of Interpreting.

Supply and Demand.

Projecting Demand.

Other Demands.

Negative Influences on Demand.

The Supply.

Remuneration.

Trends in Fees.

Marketing Interpreter Services.

Consumer Education.

Certification and Licensure.

Malpractice.

Cost-Benefit Analysis.

An Innovative Marketing Plan.

Summary.



9. Ethics.

The RID Code of Ethics.

Breaking the Code.

Uncharted Ethics.

Summary.



10. Educational Interpreting.

Educational Placement Before and After P.L. 94-142.

The Role of Educational Interpreters.

Educational Levels.

Communication Decisions.

Working Conditions.

Supply and Demand.

Legal Aspects.

The Research Basis.

Summary.



11. The Future.

Demand.

Remote Interpreting.

Alternatives to Sign Language Interpreting.

Supply.

Research.

Trends in Educational Interpreting.

Interpreter Demographics.

Participant Characteristics.

Ethics.

The Coming Consensus.



Appendix A. Interpreter and Transliterator Certifications.


Appendix B. Participant Perspectives on Interpreting.


Appendix C. Profiles.


Appendix D. The NAD-RID National Council on Interpreting: Historical Overview and Test Development Process.


References and Bibliography.


Index.

Sign Language Interpreting: Exploring Its Art and Science is a comprehensive exploration of the practice and research relating to sign language interpreting.

The reader is taken on a journey from the early days of interpreting, to the professionalization of interpreters, to an examination of past and present models of interpreting. Two models are introduced that take into account the influence of all participants and environmental factors in a variety of interpreting situations. The text introduces first-time users to sign language and how it affects interpreting and for those knowledgeable about sign language interpreting, it gathers together a wealth of previously scattered materials. For scholars and researchers, it directs their attention to new areas for study.

Features:

  • Two models address cognitive factors involved in the process of interpreting and the interaction of participants and environmental factors.
  • The practice of interpreting is examined from the perspective of the interpreter, the deaf person, and the person who uses speech.
  • Ethical issues are explored and ethically challenging scenarios stimulate self-examination and discussions among interpreters and other participants.
  • The reader is shown how culture interacts with languages, signed and spoken, to shape the accuracy of an interpretation.
  • The practice of interpreting is investigated in a variety of settings and its business aspect and future directions are discussed.
  • Totally revised chapter 3, “Models of Interpreting.”

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