Course Title: Interpret in general dialogue settings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: LANG5871C
Course Title: Interpret in general dialogue settings
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5423 - Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan)
Course Contact: Ya-Ping Kuo
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3771
Course Contact Email: ya-ping.kuo@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to interpret between two languages in general dialogue settings, preserving the communicative intent of the source language. It includes using a range of techniques to assist in the message transfer process and to address problems in delivery.
This unit applies to those working as interpreters in consecutive and simultaneous (in the case of signed language interpreting) modes, either alone, or collaboratively as part of a team.
An interpreter in the dialogue setting is required to interpret between two languages in both directions. General settings are those in which the context is broad and routine, the content or complexity of the situation can usually be predicted and planned for, and there are opportunities for error correction. There are typically only two participants. Interpreting may be completed onsite or remotely. The elements of the setting must permit the interpreter to manage the interaction to ensure that texts are suitable for retention and recall. Miscommunication or consequences of errors in communicative intent that may occur in this setting are readily managed through consultation and preparation.
This unit will be delivered in a cluster as follows:
Dialogue cluster:
- LANG5871C Interpret in general dialogues settings
- LANG5872C Manage discourse in general settings
- LANG5873C Use routine subject area terminology in two languages
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
PSPTIS112 Interpret in general dialogue settings |
Element: |
1. Receive and analyse source message. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Establish dialogue protocols with participants to facilitate communication dynamics and outcomes, and seek or provide clarification where required. 1.2. Attend actively to source utterance, and identify and address factors affecting communication flow. 1.3. Identify relationships between verbal or signed language and non-verbal language, and identify cultural and other factors affecting meaning. 1.4. Identify and address issues of understanding or recall in a manner that does not compromise effective delivery. |
Element: |
2. Transfer message to target language. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Prepare to transfer communicative intent of utterance into target language using techniques to ensure impartial delivery. 2.2. Reproduce message, maintaining its logical sequence and communicative intent. 2.3. Identify and address issues in message transfer promptly and according to established techniques. 2.4. Maintain flow of communication and manage interaction. 2.5. Monitor interpreting process to identify when it is necessary to seek assistance or withdraw from assignment. |
Element: |
3. Evaluate interpreting performance. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Evaluate performance in line with issues encountered and assignment requirements. 3.2. Determine personal impact of assignment and identify need for debriefing and counselling. 3.3. Consider process improvement strategies. |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to interpret between two languages in general dialogue settings, preserving the communicative intent of the source language. It includes using a range of techniques to assist in the message transfer process and to address problems in delivery.
Teaching Schedule
Please visit Canvas - Syllabus for weekly teaching schedule.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will be ongoing during the semester and you will be asked a variety of assessment tasks and activities to assess your level of competence against key performance criteria.
These assessment tasks/activities include, but not limited to, the following:
- Practical demonstrations
- Role plays
- Observation checklists
- Simulated interpreting assignments
Assessment Tasks
Assessment task 1 - Face-to-face dialogue and discourse management demonstration 1
This assessment enables you to demonstrate your ability to:
- interpret using the simultaneous mode, providing accurate and impartial rendition;
- apply proficient communication skills to reproduce factual and linguistic information;
- use subject-matter terminology when interpreting;
- manage discourse in a face-to-face interpretation; and
- meet occupational health and safety responsibilities.
Assessment task 2 - Face-to-face dialogue and discourse management demonstration 2
This assessment enables you to demonstrate your ability to:
- 1. interpret using the simultaneous mode, providing accurate and impartial rendition;
- 2. apply proficient communication skills to reproduce factual and linguistic information;
- 3. use subject-matter terminology when interpreting;
- 4. manage discourse in a face-to-face interpretation; and
- 5. meet occupational health and safety responsibilities.
Assessment task 3 - Dialogue and discourse management reflection
This assessment enables you to demonstrate your ability to reflect on your dialogue and discourse
management performances in Assessment Tasks 1 and 2 for this cluster. As part of this process, you will
analyse and evaluate your ability to use interpreting, language and discourse management skills to
achieve competent message transfers. You will also identify areas for improvement and ways to achieve
improvement.
Assessment Matrix
Each assessment clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or program coordinator.
Other Information
Assessment Appeals, Reasonable Adjustment and Extensions
Students can appeal assessment decisions using these forms: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals)
Students may be able to access reasonable adjustment such as an extension of time or a smaller group if appropriate. Students should contact the assessor at least one week priorto the assessment if they wish to be considered for reasonable adjustment.
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