Introduction to the Interpreting Profession Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

SLNG-1321-001 Introduction to the Interpreting Profession

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Course Description

An overview of the field of sign language interpretation. Provides an historical framework for the principles, ethics, roles, responsibilities and standard practices of the Interpreting Profession.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

So You Want to Be an Interpreter

Train Go Sorry

Supplies

GoReact

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Expected Student Behavior

\ Cell Phones and Pagers:Cell phones and pagers are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others.  Cell phones in the "silent or vibrate" mode are acceptable.  Texting during class is unacceptable.

\ Food and Drink:  Please be responsible with food and drink that you bring into class.

Grading Criteria

Final grades for this course will be based on the components of the course and will be calculated as follows.  Lecture will cover five units.  Each unit will have three parts: written, receptive and expressive.
                                                                                        

Final course averages will be calculated and assigned letter grades. 
A = 89.5-100
B = 79.5-89.4
C = 69.5-79.4
D = 59.6-69.4
F = 59.6 or below

Exams that are missed can be replaced by a re-approved project.  A student who must be absent from the final must petition the instructor to arrange an alternate date.

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