IT 294 - Interpreting Practicum

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

8 hours lecture, 150 hours practicum experience Prerequisite(s): DEAF 201; IT 202; or instructor's consent. Corequisite(s): IT 211 and IT 212; or instructor's consent. Comment: Before enrolling in IT 294, students should obtain fingerprint and TB test clearance as required by the schools. IT 294 provides students with an overview of interpreting in academic and related settings and provides an opportunity to work directly with students and faculty. Practicum students will be encouraged to participate in as much "hands-on" experience as is appropriate to the particular situation. After initial observation, the students will interpret with the on-site interpreter in a variety of classes and activities; provide support and work with individuals, and small and large groups.Upon successful completion of IT 294, the student should be able to: Interpret instructional activities including 9 tutoring with individual students or small groups, with a mentor's direction and supervision. Accept mentor's and on-site interpreter's (if appropriate) guidance and feedback during practicum assignment. Apply principles of process interpreting, effective decision-making and teaming strategies while interpreting. Interpret clearly in ASL, Contact Varieties of English and English. Demonstrate appropriate behavior according to the setting, classroom activities and needs of the participants. Interact effectively with students, staff, and parents (when appropriate). Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors appropriate to the environment. Document practicum assignments, summarize and analyze experiences in Practicum Notebook. Prior to registration, students who have taken Japanese in high school or elsewhere will be given a placement examination. Students who successfully pass the placement examination are qualified to apply for credit by examination.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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