Webinar Description

Come join us for a continuation of “Interpreting for Fast Speakers in Court” with James Plunkett!

Participants will learn to aim at interpreting speech made at a fast rate using the simultaneous mode. Participants will analyze the characteristics of the discourse used in court proceedings, such as opening statements. Participants will try their hand at interpreting at rates over 180 words per minute. They will explore strategies and techniques to avoid having to interrupt speakers engaged in critical arguments in court proceedings.

Continuing Education

Continuing education credits are approved for the following states: 

2.5 CEUs: (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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Meet the Presenter

Instructor

James Plunkett

James Plunkett is a nationally-known interpreter instructor. He also trains new judges and court staff on how to work with court interpreters. He is certified by the AOUSC as a Spanish and English court interpreter. He is a rater for a national credentialing program for interpreters. He has worked as a court interpreter for the 13th Judicial Circuit in Florida and as the Coordinator of Interpreting Services and Language Access Program for the District of Columbia Courts. He speaks and trains at state court interpreter programs nationwide and through online teaching platforms. He holds a BA degree in General Social Studies from Providence College.  He was raised in Lima, Peru. He also communicates in Portuguese, some French and basic American Sign Language.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome!

    • Webinar Description
  • 2

    Webinar

    • Interpreting at the Speed of Court: Techniques for Keeping Up with Fast Speakers - Webinar and Resources
  • 3

    Certificate of Completion

    • Final Quiz

    • Final Quiz

    • Feedback Survey

    • Thanks for Watching!

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