SURVEY OF THE INTERPRETING PROFESSION

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(Slashed with ASEI 53100 ) Introduction to the field of ASL-English interpreting. The following will be discussed: the history of the interpreting profession; the varied roles and responsibilities of interpreters; issues and concerns facing interpreters; legal mandates and constraints governing the provision of interpreters; diversity issues; ethical guidelines and their application to educational environments. Since interpreters are expected to be fluent in both English and ASL, this course will strive to enhance students' facility with both languages.