Extralinguistic Knowledge for Deaf Interpreters

Naomi J. Hoefer explains the concept of extralinguistic knowledge (ELK) and how Deaf interpreters need to take that into account in their interpreting work as well recognize the unique ELK that they bring to situations based on their experiences as Deaf people.

References

Beldon, J., Forestal, E., Garcia, L., Peterson, D. (2009, August). NCIEC deaf interpreting initiative.  Paper presented at RID Deaf Caucus, […]

2026-08-24T11:53:38-06:00July 16th, 2022|

A Conversation on Role-Space and Translation

Naomi Sheneman facilitates a conversation on the role-space model with Robert G. Lee and Eileen Forestal and its relevance for Deaf interpreters and translators.

2026-08-24T10:56:06-06:00July 16th, 2022|

Interpreting Models: A Historical Overview

Naomi J. Hoefer provides a historical overview of interpreting models, an introduction to the idea of interpreting roles, and how they can be problematic.

Title Screen: grey background with the title “Interpreting Models by Naomi Sheneman, Ph.D. & CDI”  Naomi appears as a white woman with long black hair.  She is wearing a black sweater and necklace with purple beads and stands in front […]

2026-08-24T12:35:10-06:00June 26th, 2019|

Understanding and Reducing Horizontal Violence

Jenny Smith-Hastings and Naomi J. Hoefer have a discussion explaining Horizontal Violence, how it can be avoided, and an example to aid understanding.

An explanation of Horizontal Violence and how it can be avoided.

Naomi Sheneman, a white woman with dark brown hair wearing a black long sleeve shirt, stands in front of a grey background.  The CATIE Center logo is in the right lower […]

2026-08-24T12:27:50-06:00June 19th, 2019|
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