1 Session 3 The requirements of an interpreter Matakuliah: G0202/Interpreting Tahun: 2005 Versi: I/0

2 Learning Outcomes Students are able to differentiate between a good interpreter and a bad one. C1

3 The requirements for an Interpreter The mastery of the language Public speaking ability The mastery of the language Information of the speaker General Knowledge Good Reaction time

4 The mastery of the source language In Listening comprehension –In grammar –In vocabulary –In pronunciation –In discourse analysis The ability to abstract and paraphrase Good reaction time

5 The mastery of the target language In Speaking –In grammar –In vocabulary –In pronunciation –In discourse analysis The ability to abstract and paraphrase Good reaction time

6 Public speaking The interpreter should have the ability in conducting public speaking The movement of the eyes –The eyes of the speaker should face the audience and he should speak to the audience instead of speaking to himself The movement of the hands –The hands should be moved appropriately. Usually they should not be moved or lifted more than the height of the shoulders

7 Public speaking The voice: Not too low not too high Not too slow not too fast Using clear diction

8 General knowledge, Knowing the speaker and Good reaction time General knowledge The interpreter should have broad general knowledge of the field of the message so that he will be able to interpret it properly Knowing the speaker By knowing the speaker first, the interpreter will be able to predict the speaker’s style. Good reaction time An interpreter should be able to have a proper reaction time. He should be able to know when he should begin to interpret.

9 Conclusion A good interpreter should have –The mastery of the language – Public speaking ability – The mastery of the language – Information of the speaker – General Knowledge – Good Reaction time