TransfermaticSPAN at Evergreen Valley College

    SPAN 37A - Simultaneous Interpretation I

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    Class Size
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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    SPAN 035 with C or better
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course will introduce students to simultaneous legal interpretation. Students will learn how to comply with the legal equivalence requirements of simultaneous interpretation. There will be emphasis on reviewing; the history of simultaneous interpretation, the role of the interpreter, relevant settings and research skills. Students will practice paraphrasing, chunking and shadowing exercises to increase vocabulary and create a strong foundation to begin acquiring simultaneous interpreting skills up to 125 words per minute.