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Upcoming Events
Sat, Jul 31ZoomProviding a Spoken English interpretation for a Deaf presenter has some unique challenges. Research shows that uninitiated (hearing) people do not attach the same meaning to terms that we have come to use so freely when we are interpreting.
Sat, Aug 14ZoomThis workshop is designed to provide transparency for candidates who plan to take the entry level BEI evaluation. This is NOT a skill building workshop.
Wed, Aug 18ZoomThis workshop provides an overview of a historical and linguistic study on Black ASL with respect to school history, generational differences, and language differences.
Thu, Sep 09ZoomConstructive change begins with self-knowledge. DiSC profiles show you how you respond to conflict, what motivates you or stresses you out, and how you solve problems. DiSC profiles also teach you how to improve communication and understanding between team members/colleagues.
Sat, Sep 11ZoomInterpreter Boot Camp is about working hard and eliminating fears. This workshop is designed with a scaffolding approach; starting from basic finger spelling activities and continues with interactive activities including showing rather than telling, voicing when there are no signs, and more.
Sun, Sep 26ZoomA workshop on navigating the nuances of team interpreting.
Sat, Oct 09ZoomThis unique workshop will provide participants the opportunity to take a mock evaluation, become familiar with the BEI rating system, and then analyze their experience with Lauri’s guidance. This workshop will review the format of the test, the four parts, expectations and possible test topics.
Wed, Oct 13ZoomThis course hopes to provide educational interpreters with an introductory understanding of how Individualized Education Programs/Plans (IEPs) work and an interpreter’s role within an IEP meeting.
Sat, Oct 16ZoomThis unique workshop will provide participants the opportunity to take a mock Advanced BEI evaluation, become familiar with the BEI rating system, and then analyze their sample with Lauri’s guidance. It will also review the format of the test, the five parts, expectations, and possible test topics.
Wed, Oct 20ZoomParticipants will practice taking, analyzing, and summarizing language samples from students with language deprivation to drive language intervention or modification of the interpreting process to match the needs of students.
Sat, Nov 13ZoomThis workshop will help interpreters learn how they can use deliberate practice to identify their specific goals and then engage in deliberate practice to achieve these goals.
Wed, Nov 17ZoomLearn from an experienced and trained CDI how and when to request a Deaf Interpreter.
Sat, Dec 11ZoomThis workshop is an in depth analysis into anxiety and self confidence issues brought on by interpreting situations. Through risk-taking exercises and discussions participants learn about each other’s vulnerabilities, and the importance of trust as it relates to teaming and consumers.
Thu, Jul 22ZoomThis workshop will address the antiquated values of neutrality, invisibility, secrecy and the overemphasis on role continue to influence practitioners, both new and old alike – what do we do about it?