Moving Interpretation Forward: Engaging our Visitors Virtually

Over the last year, many interpreters have had to change the way they practice interpretation. Even now a year later, many aren’t quite sure how to best engage with the public. Interpreters are asking themselves questions that range from what platform(s) might be best to how to meet accessibility standards and what to carry forth into our post COVID-19 world. If you find yourself pondering these same questions, then this program is just for you!

What to expect:

Starting March 15, this training takes place over six weeks. Each week at least one live webinar will be offered, and participants will be invited to a weekly check in/meeting exploring the week’s topic. Aside from webinars, panel discussions, readings, recordings, and occasional assignments will fill your week as you explore the topics highlighted below. Each week will take 2-4 hours of your time to explore.

Week 1: March 15
Introduction to virtual interpretation and the course

Week 2: March 22
Accessibility and virtual interpretation

Week 3: March 29
Technology basics and platform considerations

Week 4: April 5
Virtual Program Development and Design

Week 5: April 12
Best Practices and Inspiration 

Week 6: April 19
Where do we go from here? Planning post pandemic

Live webinars will take place each Monday with a live networking/reflection optional meeting on Fridays. Dates and times are as follows:

Mondays
March 15, 22,  and 29 (2-hour session), April 5, 12, and 19
12-1p Pacific/3-4p Eastern

Fridays
March 19 & 26, April 2, 9, and 16
12p Pacific / 3p Eastern

Additional dates:
March 24, 10-11:30a Pacific/1-2:30p Eastern
March 31, 12-1p Pacific/3-4p Eastern
April 13, 12-1p Pacific/3-4p Eastern

What it costs:
$375 members/$450 non

Continued education credit?
After completing this course, NAI will award you 40 hours towards recertification.