Public Speaking Presentations – Interpreting Practice for DIs

Interpreting Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: Public Speaking Presentations
Abstract/Description:This is an introductory overview of a public speaking presentation. The presenter provides information on the components of a speech. He also introduces a […]
2026-08-26T15:15:47-06:00September 22nd, 2023|

Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address – Interpreting Practice for DIs

Interpreting Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
Abstract/Description: Drawing from some of the most pivotal points in his life, Steve Jobs, chief executive officer and co-founder of Apple […]
2026-08-26T15:15:54-06:00September 22nd, 2023|

Working as an architect – Interpreting Practice for DIs

Interpreting Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: Working as an Architect
Abstract/Description: This is an interview by Daniel Durant, with William Timmers, an architect.

Step 1: Choose a Target Audience

Click on a picture below to […]

2026-08-26T15:16:00-06:00September 22nd, 2023|

You Are Our Future Leaders – Interpreting Practice for DIs

Interpreting Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: You are our Future Leaders
Abstract/Description: Dr. Glenn Anderson gives a lecture about the common myths and features of leadership. The context includes Deaf cultural references.
Originally retrieved […]
2026-08-26T15:16:08-06:00September 22nd, 2023|

TED Talk – An Honest Look at the Personal Finance Crisis

Personal Finance TED Talk

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: TED Talk – Personal Finance Crisis
Abstract/Description: Millions of baby boomers are moving into their senior years with empty pockets and declining choices to earn a living. And right […]
2026-08-26T15:16:22-06:00September 22nd, 2023|

Advice from WHO – Translation Practice for DIs

Translation Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their translation skills.

Advice for the public: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Step 1:  Translate the Source Text

Create an ASL translation of the source text.  If possible, record your translation so you can review and reflect on your work.

Step 2: Assess and Reflect on your Work

Use the following […]

2023-02-07T21:00:34-06:00February 7th, 2023|

WFD – Interpreting Practice for DIs

Interpreting Practice for Deaf Interpreters

This activity is designed for Deaf Interpreters to practice their interpreting skills to meet a range of consumers needs.  Each source text has  different interpretations designed for different consumers.

Title: World Federation of the Deaf
Abstract/Description: The speaker describes the history of the World Federation of the Deaf from its overseas origin, including those who were involved […]
2026-08-26T15:16:15-06:00February 7th, 2023|

Interactive Practice Interpreting Library Playlists

Interactive Interpreting Practice Library Playlists

These videos were originally Zoom conversation practice sessions for interpreters. They were re-edited and re-purposed to become more generic interactive practice sessions.

Several of the participants developed longer-term relationships over a series of videos. For those that had more than 3 conversations, we built a playlist, so that interpreters seeking practice can see how intimacy develops over time between two individuals.

At the bottom is a […]

2022-12-27T16:28:45-06:00December 21st, 2022|
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