The Routledge Handbook of Sign Language Translation and Interpreting

The Routledge Handbook of Sign Language Translation and Interpreting
Author: Christopher Stone
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 666
Release: 2022-07-18
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1000598330

This Handbook provides the first comprehensive overview of sign language translation and interpretation from around the globe and looks ahead to future directions of research. Divided into eight parts, the book covers foundational skills, the working context of both the sign language translator and interpreter, their education, the sociological context, work settings, diverse service users, and a regional review of developments. The chapters are authored by a range of contributors, both deaf and hearing, from the Global North and South, diverse in ethnicity, language background, and academic discipline. Topics include the history of the profession, the provision of translation and interpreting in different domains and to different populations, the politics of provision, and the state of play of sign language translation and interpreting professions across the globe. Edited and authored by established and new voices in the field, this is the essential guide for advanced students and researchers of translation and interpretation studies and sign language.

The Routledge Handbook of Conference Interpreting

The Routledge Handbook of Conference Interpreting
Author: Michaela Albl-Mikasa
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 742
Release: 2021-11-29
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1000480488

Providing comprehensive coverage of both current research and practice in conference interpreting, The Routledge Handbook of Conference Interpreting covers core areas and cutting-edge developments, which have sprung up due to the spread of modern technologies and global English. Consisting of 40 chapters divided into seven parts—Fundamentals, Settings, Regions, Professional issues, Training and education, Research perspectives and Recent developments—the Handbook focuses on the key areas of conference interpreting. This volume is unique in its approach to the field of conference interpreting as it covers not only research and teaching practice but also practical issues of the profession on all continents. Bringing together over 70 researchers in the field from all over the world and with an introduction by the editors, this is essential reading for all researchers, ​trainers, students and professionals of conference interpreting.

Establishing a Freelance Interpretation Business

Establishing a Freelance Interpretation Business
Author: Tammera J Richards
Publisher:
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2019-06-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9780578218083

This book is practical business guidance for sign language interpreters looking to establish a freelance interpreting practice. Interpreter training programs often lack basic business-related coursework, and this book is designed to fill that gap.

Sign Language Interpreting

Sign Language Interpreting
Author: JEMINA & MCKEE NAPIER (RACHEL & GOSWELL, DELLA.)
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2018-03-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9781760021719

This new edition provides an updated overview of the profession, introducing contemporary theoretical and applied aspects of interpreting practice. Drawing on international sources, it discusses the interpreting process, the role of the interpreter, professionalism and ethics, as well as challenges and strategies for working in particular settings, and using specialist interpreting skills. Each chapter includes thought questions that guide readers to reflect on the information and issues presented. The book is a valuable resource for sign language and interpreting students, interpreters entering the profession, as well as an international reference book for sign language interpreter practitioners, trainers and researchers.

Sign Language Interpreting

Sign Language Interpreting
Author: Jemina Napier
Publisher:
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2006
Genre: Australian Sign Language
ISBN: 9781862875838

Provides an overview of the sign language interpreting field in Australia and New Zealand, and introduces current perspectives on theoretical and practical aspects of the profession.

The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting

The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting
Author: Holly Mikkelson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 605
Release: 2015-02-20
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1317595017

The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting provides a comprehensive survey of the field of interpreting for a global readership. The handbook includes an introduction and four sections with thirty one chapters by leading international contributors. The four sections cover: The history and evolution of the field The core areas of interpreting studies from conference interpreting to interpreting in conflict zones and voiceover Current issues and debates from ethics and the role of the interpreter to the impact of globalization A look to the future Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting is an essential reference for researchers and advanced students of interpreting.