Course Description:
This course introduces the field of interpreting, interpretation models, and cognitive processes associated with
interpreting, professional ethical standards, employment opportunities, and working conditions. The course focuses on
the development of strategies for conference, court, escort and other types of interpreting. Class work will focus on
learning and practicing interpreting techniques. Individual, at home, preparation – besides the assigned readings and
interpreting exercises– will also include a strong terminology enhancement.
Course Objectives:
- Develop and foster the skills of interpreting varied texts simultaneously
- Define the differences between interpreting written texts and interpreting simultaneously
- Discuss cultural sensitivity issues in the field of simultaneous interpreting
- Enhance their memorizing skill and concentration abilities
- Render short speeches into and out of Arabic and English