2024-25 Educational Interpreter Training: Don't Be Mad if I Don't Look
Webinar
Session Dates
Saturday November 16, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Webinar
Closed
As interpreting for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals is not one-size-fits-all, this workshop takes a deep dive into the distinct experiences hard of hearing consumers face daily. Exploring cultural differences and communication preferences positions interpreters to discuss the perceptions of and realities faced when interpreting for both groups of consumers, as well as hone in on how interpreters can provide support to maximize hard of hearing consumers’ needs in a variety of interpreting settings.
Objectives
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the cultural identity journey and communication challenges hard of hearing individuals experience.
- Understand the perceived audiological differences between Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Identify tools and strategies designed to support hard of hearing students’ unique communication needs.
- List tips for working effectively with service providers (e.g., colleagues, interpreting agencies and captioning providers)
Target Audience
Educational Interpreters and Teachers of the Deaf working in Pennsylvania Schools. Educational Sign Language Interpreters and Interveners who provide interpreting services in Pennsylvania K-12 classrooms.Teachers of Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing who have at least intermediate American Sign Language Skills.
Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this event. Contact: Richele Herigan at rherigan@pattan.net.
rherigan@pattan.net