CASLI Teaming & Co-Interpreting

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of team interpreting in professional settings?

Accepted Answer

To prevent interpreter fatigue and maintain accuracy during extended assignments

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To reduce the cost of hiring a single interpreter

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To allow interpreters to take turns practicing their skills

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To comply with Deaf consumer preferences for multiple interpreters

Question 2

During a team interpreting assignment, how often should interpreters typically switch active roles?

Accepted Answer

Every 30–45 minutes

Answer

Every hour and a half

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Every 5–10 minutes

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Only at scheduled breaks

Question 3

What role does the support interpreter play during a team interpreting assignment?

Accepted Answer

Providing feeds, monitoring accuracy, and assisting the active interpreter

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Managing logistics and communicating with the client

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Taking notes for the active interpreter to review later

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Observing and evaluating the active interpreter's performance for training purposes

Question 4

Which communication method is most appropriate for team interpreters to use with each other during an assignment?

Accepted Answer

Using discrete visual or tactile signals

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Whispering corrections audibly

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Tapping the active interpreter firmly on the shoulder

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Sending text messages via a shared phone

Question 5

In team interpreting, what is a 'feed'?

Accepted Answer

A real-time prompt or information provided by the support interpreter

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Preparation materials shared before an assignment

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The payment structure negotiated for team interpreting services

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The schedule outlining when each interpreter takes the active role

Question 6

Which factor most significantly determines the timing of interpreter role switches during an assignment?

Accepted Answer

The complexity and cognitive demand of the content being interpreted

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A strictly preset time schedule regardless of conditions

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The preferences of the Deaf consumer only

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The interpreter who self-reports feeling least tired

Question 7

What should team interpreters do BEFORE an assignment to ensure effective collaboration?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a pre-assignment huddle to discuss logistics, terminology, and switching protocols

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Decide which interpreter will handle the most important sections

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Review each other's past performance evaluations

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Agree that one interpreter will handle all technical vocabulary throughout