Webinar Description

Unlock the potential of your interpreting skills by harnessing the power of knowledge with Agustin de la Mora. In this engaging and informative class, you'll discover how acquiring and applying relevant information can elevate your interpreting abilities, leading to confident and proficient performances.

Agustin de la Mora will guide you through the art of finding exceptional resources, conducting contextual research, and effectively retaining new knowledge. Whether you're grappling with past questions, preparing for an upcoming assignment, or simply fueled by a thirst for deeper understanding in your field, this presentation is designed to empower you.

Embark on a journey to master the art of interpretation by understanding that knowledge is not just power—it's the key to unlocking your full potential. Join Agustin de la Mora and enhance your ability to interpret with precision, confidence, and a deep understanding of your subject matter.


Learning Objectives

  • Resource Discovery: Learn effective strategies for finding reliable and valuable resources tailored to your specific interpreting needs. Agustin de la Mora will share insights on utilizing various mediums, databases, and platforms to enhance your research capabilities.

  • Contextual Research: Understand the importance of context in interpretation and how to conduct research that goes beyond mere definitions. Explore methods for extracting meaning within specific situations, enabling you to deliver nuanced and accurate interpretations.

  • Knowledge Retention Techniques: Discover practical techniques to ensure the information you acquire stays with you. Agustin de la Mora will provide tips on creating a personalized system for retaining and recalling key details during your interpreting assignments.

  • Preparing for Assignments: Gain valuable insights into preparing effectively for interpreting assignments. Whether it's a challenging question, a future project, or simply expanding your expertise, this class will equip you with the tools to be well-prepared for any scenario.

  • Confidence Building: Strengthen your confidence as an interpreter by arming yourself with comprehensive knowledge. Learn how a well-informed interpreter can navigate complexities with ease and deliver a more impactful performance.

Continuing Education

Continuing education credits are approved for the following states: 

4 CEUs: TBD(States pending approval)

Students can individually apply for CEUs in the following states by submitting all necessary information: DE, IA, KY, MD, MI, MS, NE


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January 24, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm ET

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Meet the Presenter

Agustin de la Mora

Agustín Servin de la Mora is the president of DE LA MORA Institute of Interpretation. He was born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico, and has been a professional freelance and staff interpreter for the last 28 years. He is one of the Supervisor Raters for the National Center for State Courts and has been a lead rater for the federal and consortium oral exams for court interpreters. He was the lead interpreter for the Ninth Judicial Circuit for over a decade, served as member of the Project Advisory Committee responsible for the creation of the National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs for the NCIHC. He was a member of the Florida Court Interpreter Certification Board and a voting member of the Technical Committee of the National Consortium for Interpreter Certification. He is a state and federally certified court interpreter, as well as a certified medical interpreter. He has been a consultant for the Administrative Offices of the State Courts, conducting orientation seminars and advanced skills workshops for interpreters in at least 15 states. He has been featured as a speaker and presenter in several national conventions, including those of NAJIT, ATA, IMIA, and NASCA.

Monthly Webinar Reviews

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Excellent

Laura Leavitt

Our instructor was knowledgeable and gave us many tips which I found useful. We were able to practice what we were learning and he kept us all angaged

Our instructor was knowledgeable and gave us many tips which I found useful. We were able to practice what we were learning and he kept us all angaged

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Ethics for interpreters in medical and legal settings

Ricardo Abarca

concise and practical view of how ethics overlap in both fields

concise and practical view of how ethics overlap in both fields

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Very explanatory

Noemi Quirch-Valle

This is a very comprehensive and clear explanation of what to expect when interpreting a Plea

This is a very comprehensive and clear explanation of what to expect when interpreting a Plea

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Informative

Elena Kiseleva

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Important points regarding human brain and linguistics w...

Carmen Mustile

This is my third webinar with DeLaMora. Very pleased with the presentation, the material that the presenter James Plunett is very pleasant and competent inte...

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This is my third webinar with DeLaMora. Very pleased with the presentation, the material that the presenter James Plunett is very pleasant and competent interpreter and linguist. I learned new things, such as how the brain works regarding units of meaning. Thank you very much

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informative

soledad kocur

very simple to understand, a lot of important information and tips. thank you for a great class

very simple to understand, a lot of important information and tips. thank you for a great class

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Maria Duran

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Webinar

    • Welcome!

    • Research and Assignment Prep: The Power of Knowledge
  • 2

    Certificate of Completion

    • Instructions

    • Final Quiz

    • Webinar Feedback Survey