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TRAN906 – Specialised Interpreting Practice
2015 – S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Della Goswell
Margaret Wood
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
TRAN822
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit builds on the skills, techniques and knowledge acquired by professional interpreters to competently work in a broad range of institutional settings. The aim of this unit is to provide interpreting students with opportunities to acquire and consolidate advanced interpreting skills in specialized domains, which largely include medicine, law, technology and business, and analyse the complex linguistic, cultural and ethical challenges to be met at each of the domains. They will explore theoretical and practical aspects of the different specialized domains and continue to build on their skills in terminology and glossary development, discourse analysis and domain-specific knowledge with a focus on approaching challenges arising from the specific individual institutional settings and interpreting markets under the guidance of professionals.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced interpreting skills, techniques and knowledge in context
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Due |
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| interpreting performances | 30% | throughout semester |
| reports | 30% | throughout semester |
| Glossary | 20% | week 13 |
| Journal | 20% | end of semester |
interpreting performances
Due: throughout semester
Weighting: 30%
three domain specific consecutive interpretations (dialogic and monologic) - medical, legal and business settings
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced interpreting skills, techniques and knowledge in context
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
reports
Due: throughout semester
Weighting: 30%
reflective self-analysis reports for each of the interpreting perfomances
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
Glossary
Due: week 13
Weighting: 20%
Creation of domain specific glossaries - medical, legal & business
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
Journal
Due: end of semester
Weighting: 20%
reflective analysis of learning experience
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
Delivery and Resources
Weekly classes combining topic lectures and a mix of general plus language-specific tutorial practice sessions.
Learning materials will be drawn from Medical, Legal & Business interpreting theory & practice
Role play simulations will be a key method for classroom learning, involving industry professionals
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html
Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
Assessment task
- Journal
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced interpreting skills, techniques and knowledge in context
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
Assessment tasks
- interpreting performances
- Glossary
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Define strategies to improve language skills and knowledge required of professional interpreters in key domains
- Apply theoretical knowledge to interpreting practice in key domains
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
Assessment tasks
- interpreting performances
- reports
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in specific interpreting settings
Assessment tasks
- reports
- Glossary
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced interpreting skills, techniques and knowledge in context
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
Assessment tasks
- interpreting performances
- reports
- Journal
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Generate creative solutions to complex interpersonal and professional conduct issues arising in interpreting practice
- Communicate theoretical concepts relevant to interpreting practice for the benefit of peers, clients and the general public
Assessment task
- Journal