Deaf Interpreter Resources Index

Deaf Interpreter Resources Index

Ethics

These resources focus on professional development for Deaf interpreters related to ethical decision-making.

Interpreting Process

These resources are specifically helpful for Deaf interpreters focusing on different interpretation modes as well as learning about interpreting processing models.

Teaming

These resources provide insights into approaches to teaming that are relevant to Deaf interpreters.

Translation

These resources provide insights into the […]

2026-09-12T08:48:13-06:00December 20th, 2022|

Cokely’s Sociolinguistic Model in Deaf Interpreting

Link to YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJOOixV4aO4

Discussion Partners: Jimmy Beldon, CDI

Video Description

In this video, Jimmy discusses the applicability of Dennis Cokely’s work, as transformed by Robert Lee and Patty Gordon (the Z model), to Deaf interpreting.

Citations: 

Cokely, Dennis, Introduction for interpretation: A sociolinguistic model. Burtonsville, MD Linkstock Press, 1992

2022-12-22T15:40:31-06:00December 20th, 2022|

Deaf Interpreter – Post-assignment Preparation

Link to YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7Dmykr7Mo0

Discussion Partners: Jimmy Beldon, CDI and Maria Rodriguez-Dively, NIC.

Video Description

In this video, Jimmy and Maria discuss a recent assignment that involved an HI and a DI. They talk about what worked, and what could have been better. This module serves as an example for post-assignment debrief between a DI and and HI.

2022-12-22T15:41:43-06:00December 20th, 2022|

Deaf Interpreter – Pre-assignment Preparation

Link to YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwDPqFgSom4

Discussion Partners: Jimmy Beldon, CDI and Maria Rodriguez-Dively, NIC.

Video Description

In this video, Jimmy and Maria discuss how to prepare for a consecutive interpreting assignment that involves an HI and a DI. This module serves as an example of a pre-assignment preparation discussion.

2022-12-22T15:41:08-06:00December 20th, 2022|

Citizenship Discussion (includes instruction, practice video, original interpretation, and reflections)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person has a discussion about citizenship.

Practice Video (interpreter removed) Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/jDFylpvO4zo

Length of video: 22:42

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI), and non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/WwrFsugR-P8

Length of video: 22:42

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter (CDI), hearing interpreter (HI), and hearing non-signing person.

HI/DI Reflections Link […]

2022-12-22T13:35:44-06:00December 12th, 2022|

DMV – Written Exam (includes practice video, original interpretation, and reflection)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person takes the written exam for their driving test.

Practice Video (interpreter removed) Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/53HTp4uDc8Q

Length of video: 17:39

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI), and non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/zdl6dKN_phs

Length of video: 17:39

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter (CDI), hearing interpreter (HI), and hearing non-signing person.

Two […]

2022-12-22T13:28:08-06:00December 12th, 2022|

DMV – Behind the Wheel Exam (includes practice video, original interpretation, and reflections)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person takes the driving portion of their drivers license exam.

Practice Video (interpreter removed) Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/MPXRBQkwNZE

Length of video: 4:04

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI), and non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/KGQL1EB3Vrw

Length of video: 4:04

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter (CDI), hearing interpreter (HI) on VRI, and hearing non-signing […]

2022-12-22T13:29:24-06:00December 12th, 2022|

Independent Living Meeting (includes practice video, original interpretation, and reflections)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person meets with two representatives from an Independent Living facility.

Practice Video (interpreter removed) Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ZtL-ySy_s_0

Length of video: 20:39

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI) on VRI, and non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/lQHrfhLap0s

Length of video: 20:39

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter (CDI), hearing interpreter (HI) on VRI, and […]

2022-12-22T13:25:41-06:00December 12th, 2022|

Psychiatric Appointment (includes practice video, original interpretation, and reflection)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person meets with a psychiatrist.

Practice Video (interpreter removed)

Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/_Z6kTY4EFko

Length of video: 22:45

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI), and a non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation

Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/S3UdoUDnWFA

Length of video: 22:44

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter (CDI), hearing interpreter (HI) on VRI, and hearing non-signing person.

Reflection […]

2022-12-21T20:50:44-06:00December 12th, 2022|

Cost of Living Information and Adjustments (Practice video, and original interpretation)

Video Description:

In this video, a Deaf person meets with a professional to discuss their cost of living adjustment.

Practice Video (interpreter removed)

Link to YouTube video: https://youtu.be/-CCOixLszKI

Length of video: 19:02

Who’s involved: Deaf person, hearing interpreter (HI), and non-signing hearing person.

Original Interpretation

Link to YouTube videos: https://youtu.be/MiErFcTzzD0

Length of video: 19:02

Who’s involved: Deaf person, Deaf interpreter, hearing interpreter (HI), and hearing non-signing person. […]

2022-12-11T18:29:02-06:00December 11th, 2022|
Go to Top