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Deaf Patients, Hearing Medical Personnel
$19.95
L250
Interpreting and Other Considerations
T. Moxham - This book traces situations facing deaf patients, their families, and their interpreters as they move through the medical system. A variety of issues for medical interpreters are discussed within this handbook. Among the topics are HIPPA, roles and responsibilites, unique aspects of medical interpreting, and scenarios reflecting a variety of specific medical situations. Plus, the author includes information and resources for applying the code of ethics and interpreter's health and safety. Interpreters who work in the medical community will find this an invaluable reference. A helpful glossary is also included. (102 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Great Interpreters Don't Grow on Trees
$14.95
L485
123 Steps to the Top of the Sign Language Interpreting Field
K. Clark - Written for practicing interpreters who want to enhance skills and techniques. Each page is filled with strategies that readers can incorporate into their daily routine. This book is important for interpreters who want to be successful and diverse when facing the many challenges of providing equivalent meaning between languages and cultures. (125 pgs. softcover, 8-1/2" x 5-1/2").
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ASL-to-English Interpretation: Say It Like They Mean It
$34.95
L884
J. Kelly - The task of producing an appropriate interpretation from ASL to English is often very difficult. How will an English speaking person with no understanding of Deaf culture best understand the voiced interpretation? This book looks at the difficulties and issues that can arise and what is expected in ASL-to-English interpretation. Students currently studying interpreting as well as experienced interpreters will find this book an invaluable guide to enhance and sharpen skills. Practice exercises and task discussions at the end of every chapter will give students an opportunity to learn to interpret ASL-to-English and work on English interpretation with their teacher and fellow students. (121 pgs, spiral bound, 8-1/2" x 11")
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Transliterating: Show Me the English
$32.95
L885
J. Kelly - This important text provides a comprehensive overview of the task of transliterating and serves as a standardized curriculum for students enrolled in IPPS who have taken at least one semester of interpreting skills. Also written to help interpreters who have graduated from IPPS and want to improve their transliterating skills, this guide will provide working interpreters with a clearer understanding of the components that make-up the task of transliterating. Exercises at the end of each chapter provide interaction in a classroom setting to use in small groups and class discussions. Written by an experienced interpreter and instructor, the author provides important informatin on why we transliterate, how transliterating and interpreting are similar and different, how to make modifications to the English language during transliteration, ways to evaluate your skills and strategies for improvement. (106 pgs, spiral bound, 8-1/2" x 11")
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It’s Not What You Sign, It’s How You Sign It
$49.95
L228
Politeness in American Sign Language
J. Hoza - ASL signers are direct and English speakers are indirect. In this study, the author explores this common impression and provides an in-depth comparison of communication styles between the two language communities. Relevant, social variables and linguistic strategies ASL signers and English speakers employ when they interact often lead to communication variations that are often misinterpreted or overlooked. Hoza’s analysis clarifies the cross-linguistic differences and provides a better understanding of the rich complexity of the linguistic choices of these two languages. (248 pgs, hardcover 6” x 9”)
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Advances in Teaching Sign Language Interpreters
$59.95
L384
C. Roy, Editor - This new collection presents the best new interpreter teaching techniques proven in action by eminent contributors. Some of the topics covered include: how to teach observation techniques, discourse mapping, ways to handle the challenge of referring expressions for students, and how to learn and recognize what interpreters do in interaction. Also included is information on training interpreting students to identify omission potential, how to make the interpreting process come alive in the classroom, as well as retraining interpreters in the art of telephone interpreting. (200 pgs, hardcover, 6” x 9”)
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Innovative Practices for Teaching Sign Language Interpreters
$49.95
L385
C. Roy, Editor - The concept of interpreters as passive conduits who translate text has been replaced according to the information in this new text. Researchers now understand interpreting as an active process between two languages and cultures, and thus, social interaction, sociolinguistics, and discourse analysis are more appropriate theoretical frameworks. This perspective explores the social order of real-life, interpreting mediated conversations in which interpreters process information at several levels and make intentional, informed choices from a range of possibilities. The dynamic teaching techniques in this book will help interpreters achieve the highest possible level of skill. (248 pgs, hardcover, 6” x 9”)
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New Approaches to Interpreter Education
$49.95
L347
C. Roy, Editor - In this latest addition to the Interpreter Education series, more methods and tools are introduced to instructors with six chapters on new curricula and creative teaching methods. Topics include: principles for teaching effective health-care interpreting, skill development in six critical areas of cognitive-processing, interpersonal, linguistics, professional, setting-specific and socio-cultural. This text also addresses issues of ethnicity, cultural awareness, and intercultural communication skills among interpreters, interpreter educators, and interpreter education programs to enhance competency for working within diverse sign language communities. With increasing number of Latino Americans who are deaf and need an interpreter who knows Spanish, English, American, and Mexican Sign Language, this is an excellent and recommended resource. (148 pgs, hardcover, 6” x 9”)
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Sign Language Interpreting
$75.00
L407
Deconstructing the Myth of Neutrality
M. Metzger - By disclosing the ways in which interpreters affect changes in medical, educational and all other general interactions, the author demonstrates that the ideal of an interpreter as a neutral language conduit does not exist and addresses the potential implications. This provocative study is important information to the professional interpreting community and anyone involved in the use of sign language interpreters. (216 pgs, hardcover, 6" x 9")
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The Art of Interpreting
$60.00
L450
B. Borden - For anyone wishing to become an interpreter, this instructional guide clearly illustrates the three-dimensional aspects of ASL used in signing and interpreting. Set consists of CD-ROM (IBM and MAC compatible), videotape, and textbook. (164 pgs, spiral bound, 8-1/2" x 11")
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The Professional Sign Language Interpreter's Handbook
$49.95
L795
The Complete, Practical Manual for the Interpreting Professional
L. Humphreys - This ultimate guide to the field of Sign Language interpreting provides the "missing link" between interpreter training programs and the real world of sign language interpreting. In these pages, Linda Humphreys bridges the gap between academic theories and the day-to-day reality of working as a professional interpreter and covers topics to help you succeed, including: how to prepare for difficult assignments, finding jobs that are right for you, setting appropriate boundaries on the job and more. Plus, the author includes valuable tips on getting hired, setting your fees, invoicing, filing taxes, and assignment intake. Packed with valuable resources, the Handbook is a must-have for the fields of career/vocational/personal counseling, disability advocacy/service providing, Sign Language interpreting, and Interpreter training as well as any agency or professional who works with deaf people. (316 pgs, softcover, 8 - 1/2" x 11")
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Comprehensive Reference Manual for Signers and Interpreters
$59.95
L962
Fifth Edition
C.M. Hoffman - For interpreters, and experienced signers who wish to increase their sign language repertories and refresh their memories with seldom used signs. Includes more than 6,500 sign descriptions of vocabulary and idioms with extensive cross references. (305 pgs, spiral boud, 8-1/2" x 11")
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Decisions? Decisions!
$49.95
L854
J. Humphrey - A comprehensive guide to professionalism, critical thinking and ethical decision making for interpreters, ASL instructors and interpreting teachers. Sample codes and more than 100 case studies help you develop skills and build trust with clients, colleagues and students. (267 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Establishing A Freelance Interpretation Business
$14.95
L256
T. Fischer - This comprehensive guide will facilitate planning to become a professional freelance interpreter. Covers certification, legal, tax and liability insurance considerations, ethics and attorney/client confidentiality. Also included are marketing, scheduling and billing systems and organizational tips. (58 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Interpreting: An Introduction
$24.95
L880
N. Frishberg - An introduction to Sign Language Interpreting which includes information needed for written portions of RID certification examinations. Also includes information on terminology, research, history, and special communication techniques. (249 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Interpreting: The Art of Cross Cultural Mediation
$10.95
L881
M. McIntire - Proceedings of the 9th RID National Convention, 1985. A collection of papers presented at the San Diego Convention, including presentations on Deaf humor, children of parents who are Deaf, black interpreters and black Deaf culture. (253 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Sign Language Interpreting
$19.95
L913
A Basic Resource Book
S. Neumann Solow - Revised Edition. This revision is down to earth and unpretentious while respectful of the field and the complexity of the task. Topics covered include: Interpreter Role and Behavior, Sign Systems, Orientation to the Deaf Community, Specialized Skills, Certification, Ethics, etc. It is an invaluable text for students and teachers of interpreting, professionals and administrators of support services, and for anyone interested in integrating deaf and hearing individuals in any given situation. (124 pgs, softcover, 9" x 6")
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Sign The Speech
$19.95
L264
J. Gebron - A resource book for theatrical interpreters. Includes information on translation, placement, rehearsal concerns, technical and artistic process, terminology, and more. Helps you prepare for an award winning performance! (91 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9")
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Educational Interpreting: How It Can Succeed
$75.00
L421
E. Winston - An important resource for administrators, parents, teachers and students to recognize issues of access to education. From contributions by renowned experts in the field, the author explores the current state of educational interpreting and defines the core knowledge and skills interpreters must have as well as the need to develop standards of practice and assessment. Three sections present:
Deaf students' perspectives on classroom interpreting, accessibility of language and cognition
Support and training interpreters receive
Suggestions for addressing concerns of interpreted education.
(224 pgs, hardcover, 7" x 10")
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So You Want To Be An Interpreter? Set
$89.95
CDL850
Text and CD Study Guide Set
J. Humphrey & B. Alcorn - Beneficial for students of interpretation, working professionals, Deaf individuals and/or their parents. Included are personal experiences and helpful examples in each chapter with thought provoking questions and suggested activities that will enhance your understandings of the interpretation process. This five-CD set contains guided learning activities, study questions and supplemental video clips. Every CD includes "resource" files with important websites listed, various chapter files in which you will find a study guide with chapter summary, focus questions, learning activities and exam questions. (489 pgs, softcover, 6" x 9", 5 CDs)
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Interpreting Practice Videotape
$49.95
V852
High School Sample with Interpreting Models
Practice voice-to-sign interpreting with high school lectures. A team of supportive educational interpreters to help you improve your skills. Includes three interpreter models. (40 mins, voice-over)
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One to One Interviews
$49.95
V484
Interpret as a Deaf landlord interviews a potential tenant! Unrehearsed modeling by Sharon Neumann Solow and Rico Peterson show you how to improve your own skills. (55mins, closed captioned)
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Real Interpreting - Real Situations
People learn a skill better when they can observe it being performed by others. In this three-part series of materials - each with a book and video or dvd - the viewer sees unscripted, unrehearsed interpretations in settings that are normally restricted or difficult to arrange.
Helpful discussions starters and full transcripts of the interpreted dialogues make these observational tools into practice tools! The materials offer abundant opportunities to discuss and analyze the interpretations and to create interpretations from either the videotaped information or the printed English. Use the compelling ideas and materials to take your interpreting to a higher level.
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Interpreting in Insurance Settings
Book: 96 pgs, 4-1/4" x 8"
DVD or VHS: 67 mins, closed captions, audio
VHS/Book Set $39.95
DVD/Book Set $49.95
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Interpreting in Legal Settings
Book: 96 pgs, 4-1/4" x 8"
DVD or VHS: 78 mins, closed captions, audio
VHS/Book Set $39.95
DVD/Book Set $49.95
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Interpreting In Medical Settings
Book: 72 pgs 4-1/4" x 8"
DVD or VHS: 45 mins, closed captions, audio
VHS/Book Set $39.95
DVD/Book Set $49.95
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Translating from English
C.J. Patrie - Translating from English gives you the opportunity to develop confidence in transferring information from one language to another. A critical tool for interpreters, the materials give you a chance to study the process without stress of "real time" interpretation. Can be used on your own, in a classroom, or in a study group environment. Topics include: preparation, analyzing, transferring, reformulating, prioritizing and testing. Available in a Teacher's Set and a Study Set for students.
Teacher's Set:
256 pgs, softcover 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS 30 mins, closed captioned, audio
Study Set:
224 pgs, softcover, 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS-30 mins, closed captioned, audio
Teacher's Set $84.95
Study Set $64.95
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Cognitive Processing Skills in English
C.J. Patrie - Cognitive Processing Skills in English is designed for step-by-step improvement of the cognitive skills that promote the linguistic flexibility and agility essential for good interpretation. Good cognitive processing skills make "invisible work" of interpreting easier to manage. Students and working interpreters can polish their skills, resulting in more effective interpreting. These materials can be used on your own, in a classroom, or in a study group environment. Topics include: comprehension, pattern inference, memory, paraphrasing, acuity, identification, repetition, and multi-tasking. Available in a Teacher's Set and a Study Set for students.
Teacher's Set:
272 pgs, softcover, 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS-85 mins, closed captioned, audio
Study Set:
232 pgs, softcover, 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS-85 mins, closed captioned, audio
Teacher's Set $84.95
Study Set $64.95
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English Skills Development
C.J. Patrie - English skills development provides the missing link in interpreters education. Carefully crafted exercises use the student's first language - English - to build the interpreting-related language skills needed to form a strong base for future interpreting demands. These materials can be used on your own, in a classroom, or in a study group environment. Topics include: form and meaning, identification, substitution, summarizing and paraphrasing. Available in a Teacher's Set and a Study Set for students.
Teacher's Set:
264 pgs, softcover, 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS-74 mins, closed captioned, audio
Study Set:
224 pgs, softcover, 8-1/2" x 11"
VHS-74 mins, closed captioned, audio
Teacher's Set $84.95
Study Set $64.95
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