05 Preparation for interpreting.ppt

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Chapter 5
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Opportunities always belong to those who are well-prepared!
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Preparation for Interpretation Tasks
Preparation for background knowledge
Preparation for speech text
Preparation for equipment
Preparation for terms and payment
Preparation for mentality
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How Long Can We Prepare?
More than 1 day
1 day only
Within 30 minutes
A few seconds
0 second
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What to Prepare
When we have some time
1. segmentation of the script
2. dictionary/
3. background knowledge
3. questions
When we have limited time
1. skimming and scanning
2. beginning and end
When we have no time
1. “Ignorance is blessing”
2. a deep breath
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Types of Home Preparation
Script
PPT/outline
Glossary
Briefing materials
Face-to-face briefing
Teleconference
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Never READ the Script!
It can be very dangerous because:
some speakers do not use their script at all
only bad speakers stick to their script
you e inflexible and can be restricted
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Last Minute Check List
Interpreter’s equipment
Proper dressing
Documents and materials
Enough time to the venue
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Types of On-site Preparation
Settings of the venue
Facilities for the interpreter
Titles of the munication with the speaker(s)
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Miscellaneous Preparation
Contract/agreement
Payment terms
Housekeeping
Mobile connection
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