Course Title: Interpret in general monologue settings (LOTE)

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2013

Course Code: LANG5768C

Course Title: Interpret in general monologue settings (LOTE)

School: 365T Global Studies, Soc Sci & Plng

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5291 - Diploma of Interpreting

Course Contact : Atsuko Taniguchi

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3973

Course Contact Email:atsuko.taniguchi@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sandra Leane ( sandra.leane@rmit.edu.au)

Meredith Bartlett (meredith.bartlett@rmit.edu.au)

Benjamin Souter (benjamin.souter@rmit.edu.au)

James Blyth (james.blyth@rmit.edu.au)

Stephanie Linder (stephanie.linder@rmit.edu.au)

Nominal Hours: 100

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None.

Course Description

This unit is offered in AUSLAN language plan only. It covers skills and knowledge required to undertake interpreting from a source language to a target language in  general monologue settings. It is mainly undertaken in one language direction only. The main focus is to preserve the communicative intent of the message and transfer the meaning using a range of techniques. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

PSPTIS509A Interpret in general monologue settings (LOTE)

Element:

1. Receive and analyse source message

2. Transfer message to target language

3. Evaluate interpreting performance

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Confirm that setting, context, parties and expectations are consistent with client requirements, assignment agreement and interpreting protocols.
1.2. Attend actively to source utterance, applying strategies to support retention and recall and adjusting physical position to optimise sound reception and visual cues.
1.3. Apply subject and context knowledge to anticipate purpose and intent of source and strategies used to develop ideas.
1.4. Identify and record key information using mnemonic strategies.
1.5. Identify relationships between linguistic and non-linguistic elements, and analyse cultural and other factors affecting meaning.
1.6. Identify limits to addressing problems of understanding or recall and confirm understanding where appropriate in a manner that does not compromise effective delivery.


2.1. Recall information from notes and other mnemonic devices.
2.2. Use rhetorical techniques to transfer the communicative intent into the target language in a timely manner appropriate to audience and setting, and reflecting speaker’s characteristics.
2.3. Recognise and address issues in message transfer associated with the setting, language and concepts.
2.4. Monitor interpreting process to identify when it is necessary to seek assistance or withdraw from assignment


3.1. Evaluate performance in line with issues encountered, assignment requirements and code of ethics.
3.2. Determine personal impact of assignment and identify need for debriefing.
3.3. Consider process improvement strategies.


Learning Outcomes



Details of Learning Activities

Teachers will use role plays , class quizzes, simulated speeches (incoroporating the use of videos), corporate simulations, and peer observation in class and in guided weekly activities.

Through these activities students will practise using meaning-based approaches to interpreting, appropriate to the scenario in the class practice.

By reflecting on the theory and practice in tutorials students will experience a range of techniques and develop analysing skills to deverbalise the source message and reformulate a meaning based interpretation in the target language.

Guided out-of-class activities will develop students’ skills further in both language directions, aiming to develop greater accuracy, standard of expression, style and register, using appropriate stress and intonation. Students are expected to practice outside of class hours and give peer feedback on their interpreting.


Teaching Schedule

This unit will be co-delivered with LANG5763C,Interpret in general dialogue settings,  LANG5764C, Manage discourse in general settings, LANG5782C, Sight translation in Semester 1. 

In Semester 2, this unit will be co-delivered with LANG 5782C Sight translation.

Weekly schedule to be provided by the teacher in class.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Learning materials will largely be generated by the teachers (including professional interpreting texts, video and live simulations, case studies, live observations of professional speeches and other written and oral/aural materials from the press, Internet, media and government publications etc.) as the module is specifically targeted to practical skills that are necessary to the development of interpreting skills.
 


Overview of Assessment

Assessment will be ongoing during the semester and you will be asked a variety of assessment tasks and activities to assess your level of competence against key performance criteria.

These assessment tasks/activities include, but are not limited to the following:

- Practical demonstrations
- Role plays
- Observation checklists
- Peer review
- Real or simulated interpreting assignments


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 ( On going class observation)

Students will be observed througout the semester by the teacher as they perform a range of class activities including simulated monologue interpreting from LOTE into English and English into LOTE. The students will then receive feedback on their performance and will be expected to reflect on the feedback and plan an action plan to improve any identified shortcomings.

Assessment Task 2 ( Semester 1)

TWO speeches/presentations (one from English into LOTE, one from LOTE into English) to be interpreted (live or video). 

Assessment Task 3 (Semester 2)

TWO speeches/presentations (one from English into LOTE, one from LOTE into English) to be interpreted (live or video).    


Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Grading Schedule:

CA ( Competency Achieved)

NYC (Not Yet Competent)

DNS (Did Not Submit)

Learning Resources

RMIT Library
The University Library provides extensive services, facilities and study space as well as comprehensive collections of books, periodicals and other course related materials, such as DVD’s, magazines, slides, films etc. Computer laboratories with access to a wide range of desktop publishing software are also available. The library also has an expanding virtual collection of electronic resources and networks, including product data, e-books, electronic journals and newspapers, web based tutorials, online reference and document delivery services etc., all of which are accessible on campus, and off campus 24 hours per day. More information on library resources and services can be found at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library  

The Learning Lab is a collection of web-based resources including tip sheets and interactive tutorials on study skills, writing, English language development and maths. Access RMIT’s Learning Lab online via this link: http://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/  


Assessment Tasks


Applying for an Extension
Extension of time for assessment tasks may be granted where circumstances beyond your control prevent submission by the published due date. An application for extension of time must be lodged with your tutor or the course coordinator as early as possible, and no later than one working day before the due date for submission.
You can apply for extension using the University’s Extension Application Form – http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf  – or by emailing your course coordinator or tutor directly.
An extension of up to seven calendar days may be granted if good reason can be demonstrated. Include supporting evidence (such as medical certificates) with your application.
Extensions beyond seven calendar days cannot be granted by course coordinators, tutors or the School. To apply for an extension of time greater than seven calendar days you must lodge an application for Special Consideration.

Applying for Special Consideration
If you are seeking an extension of more than seven calendar days (from the original due date) you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form, preferably prior to, but no later than two working days after the official due date. Late applications will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances. For information about Special Consideration and how to apply, see: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration  

Penalties for Late Submission
If you have not been granted an extension or special consideration, late submission will be penalised as follows:
1. Assessment tasks submitted after the due date of submission shall receive a penalty of five per cent of the grades available for that assessment per day for each day late.
2. No assessment task shall be accepted more than three weeks after the due date without special consideration.

Assessment Appeals
If you believe your assessment result or final result is wrong please contact the course coordinator and provide the reason why you think your result is incorrect. Valid reasons for seeking a review of results include:
a) You believe an error has occurred in the calculation of the grade; or,
b) You believe the assessment did not comply with criteria published in the Course Guide; or,
c) You believe the assessment did not comply with University Policies on Assessment (i.e. an error in process has occurred).
Full details of the procedure (including appeals procedure) can be located at this RMIT site: http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic#assessment  


Other Relevant Information


Academic Integrity
Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship through respecting the work of others whilst having the freedom to build new insights, new knowledge and ideas. RMIT University upholds the values of academic integrity as fundamental to the scholarship undertaken by all members of its community. Whenever you refer to another person’s research or ideas (either by directly quoting or paraphrasing them) you must acknowledge your source.
If you are even in doubt about how to properly cite a reference, consult your lecturer or the academic integrity website: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity  The RMIT library provides tools to assist with your referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/info-trek/referencing  

Plagiarism and Collusion
Plagiarism and collusion constitute extremely serious academic misconduct, and are forms of cheating. You are reminded that cheating, whether by fabrication, falsification of data, or plagiarism, is an offence subject to University disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data, and oral presentations. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. Plagiarism is not acceptable.
Examples of plagiarism include:

Copying sentences or paragraphs word-for-word from one or more sources, whether published or unpublished, which could include but is not limited to books, journals, reports, theses, websites, conference papers, course notes, etc. without proper citation;
- Closely paraphrasing sentences, paragraphs, ideas or themes without proper citation;
- Piecing together text from one or more sources and adding only linking sentences;
- Copying or submitting whole or parts of computer files without acknowledging their source;
- Copying designs or works of art and submitting them as your original work;
- Copying a whole or any part of another student’s work; and
- Submitting work as your own that someone else has done for you.
- Enabling Plagiarism: the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work is also an offence.

For further information, please see the RMIT Plagiarism Policy – http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=sg4yfqzod48g1  – and the RMIT Student Discipline Statute and Regulations - http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=11jgnnjgg70y  

Plagiarism Software
The originality verification software Turnitin may be used in this course. For details, see: http://www.turnitin.com

Complaints Procedure:

RMIT University is committed to providing a harmonious study and work environment for all students and staff. The University recognises your right to raise concerns about academic, administrative or support services without recrimination and has policies and procedures to assist in the resolution of complaints.
Most issues are resolved at the local level and you are encouraged to take steps to resolve your issue locally. The student complaint procedure details steps to take if your problem is not resolved or you believe the response you received is unreasonable.
Student Complaints Policy: http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/studentcomplaintspolicy
Student complaints Procedure: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=i1lexipvjt22  
Student Complaints Form: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/v4ujvmyojugxz.pdf
 

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