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TRAN879 – Mock Conference Interpreting and Research Project
2017 – S2 Day
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer
Zhongwei Song
Contact via 9850 9608
C5A 551
By appointment
Lecturer
Adelis Huang
Contact via 9850 9184
C5A 539
By appointment
Lecturer
Sydney Ye
Contact via 9850 9184
C5A 539
By appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MConfInt
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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 simulates actual conference situations where students are able to familiarise themselves with all the procedures of different conference genres, and practice conference interpreting in both consecutive and simultaneous modes in front of live audiences. This unit not only gives students the opportunity to learn how to prepare for and execute conference interpretations, but also provides them with opportunities to develop skills in relay interpreting in multiple languages during conference proceedings.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Portfolio | 20% | No | Week 13 |
| Reflective journal | 40% | No | Week 13 |
| Exam | 40% | No | Week 14 |
Portfolio
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 20%
In the portfolio, you must display what you have done in preparation for each and every conference practiced in class, and display how you have conducted your study of the speakers and conferences.i.e. glossaries, profiles of speakers, their speeches and articles written by or on the speakers, conferences themes, and other concerned information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Reflective journal
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 40%
Maintain a reflective journal with at least ten entries across the semester. Each entry shall be about 300 words, explaining how and why you have prepared for each simulated conference on a weekly basis and what coping strategies you used and why as well as what are the outcomes. In addition, you may comment on solutions to various challenges arising from conferences.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Exam
Due: Week 14
Weighting: 40%
Video clips for the SI examination will be selected from those you have prepared and practiced across the 13 weeks of the semester.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Delivery and Resources
Materials used for this unit are largely selected from the Internet in general and YouTube and Chinese websites in particular. The learning and teaching strategies used are mainly through face to face interaction between lecturers and students. Additionally, students will be also encouraged to leverage iLearn for communication and participate in group discussion, peer evaluation and group research project for interpreting assignments.
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Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html
Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
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
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
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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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam
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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam
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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam
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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam
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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam
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
- By the end of the semester, students are expected to:
- 1) Demonstrate the sound knowledge of various kinds of conference interpreting equipment and their usage, conference procedures, requirements, genres and settings and parties involved in conference organizing
- 2) Skilfully leverage all possible resources in preparation for different types of conferences in line with their specific requirements
- 3) Apply linguistic, cultural, psycho-cognitive and communicative skills, strategies and knowledge to solve various problems and respond to challenges arising before, during and after conferences are held
- 4) Act as a professional and ethical interpreter in dealing with different situations related to conference interpreting and show a profound understanding of importance to working together with all parties involved in conference interpreting
- 5) Show competence in delivering interpreting services in all modes of interpretation and carry out post-conference analysis on their performance and work out ways to further improve themselves.
Assessment tasks
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Exam