JIT5842

Advanced Japanese interpreting

(ART)

Yoko Pinkerton

12 points + 3 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: Completion of JIT5731 or equivalent

Synopsis: Practice in formulaic language used in speeches and the acquisition of techniques to interpret public speeches. Further training in note-taking to interpret speeches of approximately 150 words. Practice in simulations with guests, inviting guest speakers and using tapes of actual speeches. Topics focus on industry, social structure and working of bureaucracies, tourism, general contemporary affairs and business communication.

Assessment: Assignments: 10% + Mid-semester test (20 minutes each): 30% + End-of-semester test (30 minutes each): 60%