will be able to associate their knowledge regarding interpreting and note-taking techniques gained during previous courses with consecutive interpreting techniques.
will improve translation-oriented memory and retention skills.
will enhance their skills pertaining to both method of consecutive interpreting and terminology knowledge by practicing on speeches about various topics.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course Description
This course deals with principles of consecutive translation and aims to enhance students' skills in developing the basic vocabulary in a variety of subjects through the study of authentic conference texts. The course also includes exercises on special notetaking and memory techniques that enable students to render passages as long as 6-8 minutes faithfully and accurately.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
General Introduction
2nd Week
Introduction to Consecutive Interpreting
3rd Week
Differences between consecutive interpreting and other interpreting modes
4th Week
Shadowing exercises
5th Week
Memory exercises
6th Week
Note-taking practices
7th Week
Interpreting practice: Economy
8th Week
Midterm Exam
9th Week
Interpreting practice: Politics
10th Week
Interpreting practice: Commerce
11th Week
Interpreting practice: Tourism
12th Week
Interpreting practice: Environment
13th Week
Interpreting practice: Education
14th Week
Final Remarks
15th Week
Final Exam
Recommended or Required Reading
Nolan, James. Interpretation: Techniques and Exercises. 2nd ed. Bristol: Multilingual Matters, 2012.
Gillies, Andrew. Note-Taking for Consecutive Interpreting: A Short Course. Abingdon: Routledge, 2014.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecture
Discussion
Questions/Answers
Case Study
Problem Solving
Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity
Percentage (%)
Mid-term
1
40
Total(%)
40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
