BEI Memory & Note-Taking Techniques Flashcards
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In consecutive interpreting, what is the primary purpose of note-taking?
Answer: To serve as a memory aid for reconstructing meaning accurately
Notes in consecutive interpreting are a memory aid, not a transcript — they capture key ideas, logical links, and numbers so the interpreter can reconstruct accurate meaning.
Which note-taking principle states that interpreters should record ideas and relationships rather than words verbatim?
Answer: Ideographic notation
Ideographic notation captures the meaning, structure, and logical links of a message using symbols and abbreviations rather than word-for-word transcription.
What is the recommended note-taking layout for consecutive interpreting notes according to established interpreter training methods?
Answer: Vertical diagonal layout with indentation showing subordinate ideas
The diagonal/vertical layout, developed by Jean-François Rozan and others, uses indentation to visually represent logical hierarchies and relationships between ideas.
During a court interpreting session using consecutive mode, how should an interpreter handle numbers and dates in their notes?
Answer: Write numbers and dates exactly as stated, as they are critical factual details
Numbers and dates are precise factual details where any error changes meaning, so they must be recorded exactly as stated in the interpreter's notes.
What cognitive process allows court interpreters to hold incoming speech in memory while simultaneously rendering a previous segment?
Answer: Dual-task processing (working memory + speech production)
Simultaneous interpreting relies on dual-task processing within working memory, allowing the interpreter to listen, process, and speak overlapping segments of speech.
Which technique helps court interpreters maintain accuracy when interpreting long, complex sentences without interrupting the speaker?
Answer: Chunking — segmenting speech into meaningful units for note-taking
Chunking involves mentally and graphically segmenting speech into meaningful units, making it easier to process and reconstruct complex sentences accurately.
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