This dynamic CPD session, Interpreting Sports, is tailored for sign language interpreters seeking to refine their skills in interpreting sports featured in the Olympic Games. The session will focus on developing sport-specific vocabulary, mastering visual strategies to convey the spatial and physical dynamics of sports, and addressing the linguistic and cultural nuances essential for accurate and engaging interpretations. Participants will leave equipped with techniques to effectively represent the energy, movement, and excitement of live sporting events in a way that captivates and informs diverse audiences.
Learning Outcomes
1. Expand Vocabulary: Participants will develop an understanding of sport-specific terminology and concepts related to Olympic sports, enabling accurate and effective interpretation.
2. Master Visual Strategies: Attendees will explore techniques to effectively convey the spatial and physical dynamics of Olympic sports, ensuring interpretations are visually clear and dynamic.
3. Cultural Competency: Participants will explore the cultural significance of the Olympic Games and its events, honing their ability to provide contextually appropriate interpretations for diverse audiences.
2 x Structured CPD points
Trainer: George McGowan, Deaf Tutor
Language of Instruction: BSL
Notetaker present: TBD
Cameras on or off? On
Active/Passive Participation? Active
Recorded? No
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