Url
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/4580
Title
The transition from participation to facilitation of supervision: an autoethnography
Creator
Daniel V. Maffia
Subject
Other Education
Other Educational Administration and Supervision
Other Languages
Societies
and Cultures
Other Linguistics
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development
Supervision
Demand Control Schema
Interpreting
Reflective Practice
Autoethnography
Facilitation
Date
6/11/2014
Type
Text
Identifier
theses/13
Language
eng
Rights
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Abstract
This autoethnography examines the journey from being a participant of supervision to a facilitator of supervision. The researcher documents his journey using journals to express his experiences facilitating supervision for a group of medical interpreters working in the hospital setting. The purpose of this study is to gather data that could guide future trainings for facilitators of supervision. The supervision group consisted of both American Sign Language/English and Spanish/English medical interpreters. As a newer interpreter to the field with limited medical interpreting experience, it was expected that the researcher might face difficulties successfully facilitating supervision sessions for that staff. It was found that limited experience in the setting and being a newer interpreter did not have any impact on the facilitating process. The findings from this study can be used as one potential guide for future individuals interested in becoming a supervision facilitator and can also be used for those interested in developing materials to train facilitator.
Date Available
6/11/2014
Degree
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies
Note
Amanda R. Smith, Robyn Dean, Elisa Maroney
Type
thesis
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Url
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/4576
Title
The role of emotional intelligence in signed language interpreting
Creator
Brenda Puhlman
Subject
Education
Other Languages
Societies
and Cultures
Emotional Intelligence
Signed Language
Interpreting
Supervision
Date
12/7/2017
Type
Text
Identifier
theses/40
Language
eng
Rights
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Abstract
The focus of this research is on the role of emotional intelligence in the profession of signed language interpreting The impact of Goleman’s (1995) five attributes of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills and how those attributes impact the way interpreters reflect on and discuss their work will be explored.
An online survey was administered and two focus groups were convened. A total of 177 participants met the criteria and completed the online survey. The results showed evidence that interpreters with higher emotional intelligence levels tended to reflect on their work more frequently when compared to those with lower emotional intelligence levels.
A total of five interpreters participated in the focus groups. The findings of the focus groups indicated that interpreters who were more emotionally intelligent demonstrated through discussion of their work Goleman’s (1995) five attributes of emotional intelligence. These attributes were less evident in individuals who had lower levels of emotional intelligence. Reflection and discussion of interpreting work allows professionals to be more aware of additional options that can be employed in their work and better prepare them for their future work (Dean & Pollard, 2001, 2013).
Date Available
1/31/2018
Degree
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies
Note
Elisa Maroney, Vicki Darden, Sarah Hewlett
Type
thesis
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Url
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/4509
Title
Supervision in signed language interpreting: Benefits for the field and practitioners
Creator
Jenna Curtis
Subject
Education
Other Languages
Societies
and Cultures
supervision
case conferencing
demand control schema
interpreting
sign language
Date
11/30/2017
Type
Text
Identifier
theses/42
Language
eng
Rights
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Abstract
The fields of medicine and mental health have a long history of conducting and researching case conferencing and supervision; however, to date, there has been no research into how or if signed language interpreters are participating in supervision and what benefits they experience as a result. For the purposes of this research, supervision is defined as an intentional interaction between two or more practitioners, the goal of which is to engage in reflective practice, ensure quality services for consumers, and support the wellbeing of the practitioner. The study included survey responses from 113 signed language interpreters about their experiences attending supervision sessions that use the demand control schema (DC-S) framework. Results revealed a profile for the type of practitioner who has participated in supervision. The majority of respondents of the survey had been involved in an ongoing supervision group that was facilitated in a participatory or co-operative manner. Benefits of supervision revealed from this research can be categorized as enriched learning (formative), increased professional standards and accountability (normative), and support for the wellbeing of the practitioner (restorative). Some of the most frequently cited benefits in these categories included: relationships with colleagues, new perspectives, professional development, more options for responding to work demands, a better understanding of decision-making, and support. These findings indicate that current issues in the areas of education, standards and ethics, and work-related stress for practitioners within the signed language interpreting field may be addressed through the use of professional peer supervision groups. Recommendations include establishing an infrastructure for the provision of professional peer supervision, a requirement of supervision as a component of credentialing interpreters, and further research on supervision.
Date Available
12/7/2017
Degree
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies
Note
Amanda R. Smith, Elisa Maroney, Robyn Dean
Type
thesis
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Url
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/4456
Title
Personal and Professional Ethics: The Impact on Decision-Making in Elementary Education
Creator
Danielle R Kenoyer
Subject
American Sign Language
Early Childhood Education
Language Interpretation and Translation
ethics
demand control schema
supervision
interpreting
empathy
decision-making
Date
1/24/2020
Type
Text
Identifier
theses/136
Language
eng
Rights
Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/10/2022, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above.
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Abstract
This action research focuses on decision-making regarding professional and personal ethics in a K-12 educational setting for American Sign Language (ASL)/English Interpreters. The data collected for this research is specific to elementary education in a K-12 setting. In the field of interpreting there are professional organizations that present professional guidelines that must be considered in order to uphold best employment practices. Different employers may also have their own code of ethics and guidelines they expect employees to follow. In addition, each interpreter should have their own personal ethics that they carry with them as well. The goal of this research is to consider how these professional, organizational, and personal ethics and guidelines that are expected of interpreters impact decision-making while working.
Date Available
6/10/2022
Degree
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies
Note
Elisa Maroney, Amanda Smith
Type
action_research
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