Collaborative Exam Prep: Reading Between the Signs
When an interpreter notices a cultural difference in signing style and expression, they should _____. a)Avoid mimicking the style b)Correct the Deaf consumers signs c)Copy the expressions d)Take offense
A
In which setting should waiting room chat be avoided? a)Education b)Mental Health c)Finance d)Medical
B
What cultural value is not embedded in interpreting? a)Collectivism b)Competition c)Duty to share information d)Reciprocity
B
Deaf Culture is: a)Individualistic, Low context, Monochronic, & Future-oriented b)Individualistic, Low context, Polychronic, Past oriented c)Collectivist, High context, Polychronic, Past oriented d)Collectivist, High context, Monochronic, & Future-oriented
C
Expansion features
Contrasting: used for emphasis Faceting: the use of synonyms to further explain Reiteration: repeating the same sign Utilizing 3D space: describing more than one point of view Explaining by example: not just giving a definition couching/nesting: identifying by description, analogy, or function Describe then do: uses role shifting to show na action being performed
What type of cultural adjustments can CDIs make that hearing interpreters can't?
Empathy Setting the stage Directive form Deaf ELK Enlarging the perspective Deeper understanding
Collectivist cultures
Needs of the group Strict rules to be included Loyalty to the group Take pride in relationships Spends a lot of time developing relationships
Individualist Cultures
Needs of the person Don't want to be tightly connected Loyalty to self Take pride in personal accomplishments Expects compliments
What are the six factors that determine no cultural adjustment is needed?
Parallelism Not identifying with Deaf culture Degree of biculturalism One-time meeting vs. ongoing relationship Special circumstances Presence of a CDI
Low context
Shared background information is not expected and will be explained if necessary
Kinesics
The study of nonverbal behavior (eye gaze, gestures, facial expressions)
Polychronic cultures
may do many things at once, disregarding a schedule
Monochronic cultures
tend to focus on one person/thing at a time
Proxemics
the study of social and personal space
Paralinguistics
the study of the way something is said
High Context
you need a lot of background knowledge to understand (not readily available, but expected)