Interpreting Research: Where to Find it and How to Apply it
Workshop Description:
There are more scholars than ever before conducting research and publishing papers on and about ASL/English Interpreting. Do you know where to find them? This workshop will explain how to find research articles, the difference between a blog post and a research article and how to apply research findings to your work as an interpreter.
Workshop Objectives:
As a result of attending this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Find relevant research articles about ASL/English interpreting
- Dissect a research article into usable parts
- Explain the difference between a blog post and a research article
- Articulate strategies used to apply research to your current work
Presenter Bio:
Chanté J. Wilson has been working as an interpreter since 2003. She has had the privilege of working in many interpreting settings including government, community, theatrical and medical though her favorite setting is higher education. She is also the proud founder of Zaboosh. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and a Master's degree in Instructional Design and Educational Technology. Chanté is passionate about learning and can often be found tinkering with a new type of software, acquiring a new skill or scoping out her next educational endeavor. She also loves spending time with her amazingly supportive family.