Presented at the 2021 Summit

Calibrating Courtroom Communication

0.9 CEUs, PS Legal

Memory and retention are fundamental functions for producing an interpreted message. Given that most interpreters train and practice using simultaneous interpreting techniques, we seldom actively practice ways to improve the memory and retention necessary for successful consecutive interpreting. This workshop will look at the following components of consecutive interpreting: its history, foundational skills related to memory and listening, notetaking techniques, and application of these methods to the work we encounter in the legal field.

Workshop Curriculum

  1. 1

    • Welcome

    • Workshop Handout
  2. 2

    • Part 1 Workshop Handout

    • Watch

    • Watch

    • Watch
  3. 3

    • Part 2 Workshop Handout

    • Watch

    • Watch

    • Watch
  4. 4

    • Part 3 Workshop Handout

    • Watch

    • Watch

    • Watch
  5. 5

    • Quiz

Reviews from The Summit

Average Rating

4.8/5.0The activity provided opportunities to develop skill and/or awareness.

4.8/5.0The learning materials used were effective and complimented the goals of the activity.

4.6/5.0This activity will contribute to my professional growth.

4.9/5.0The instructor interacted with the participants in a professional manner.

  • Summit Attendee

    This was definitely a worthwhile workshop!

  • Summit Attendee

    What a phenomenal instructor and content. I definitely learned a lot and will this to use in my work and in what I share with mentees and others.

  • Summit Attendee

    A lot of information packed into the right amount of time. Ample opportunity for practice. Presenter was organized, helpful and supportive.

Meet Your Presenter

Summit Presenter

Amy Cook

With thirty-five years of professional interpreting experience, Amy has spent the last fifteen years specializing in legal interpreting and mentoring interpreters at all levels. She has been privileged to team with and learn from numerous gifted colleagues in legal, conference, and educational settings. Amy has presented workshops throughout the country, encouraging dialogue around professional standards, ethics, and bringing a Deaf-centered approach to interpreting. Her research regarding neutrality and interpreter ethics was presented at the 2003 RID National conference and subsequently published in the 2004 Journal of Interpretation. Amy earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Language Arts from Almeda University and holds the CI, CT, and SC:L certifications from RID. After 25 years in Iowa, she recently returned to her home state of Arkansas and is enjoying being back with her family and her roots.
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