CRI Real-Time Captioning Methods 3

Question 1

Which professional standard governs the minimum accuracy rate required for real-time captioning in the United States?

Accepted Answer

NCRA's 98% accuracy threshold for real-time certification

Answer

The NCRA requires a 98% accuracy rate for real-time certification, which is also widely cited as the professional standard for CART services.

Question 2

During a remote CART session, a captioner experiences an internet outage. What is the best immediate protocol?

Accepted Answer

Notify the consumer and client immediately and attempt reconnection

Answer

Immediate notification to the consumer and client is the professional obligation, followed by attempting to restore the connection as quickly as possible.

Question 3

What role does a 'realtime dictionary' play differently from a standard CAT dictionary?

Accepted Answer

It is optimized for fast, accurate on-the-fly translation during live writing

Answer

A realtime dictionary is specifically built and maintained to maximize translation accuracy and speed during live sessions.

Question 4

Which element of real-time captioning setup is most important for an instructor evaluating a student's classroom CART performance?

Accepted Answer

The accuracy and readability of the live output on the consumer's display

Answer

The ultimate measure of CART performance is whether the consumer can read and understand the captions as they are produced in real time.

Question 5

What is a 'brief' in steno theory, and why is it particularly valuable in real-time captioning?

Accepted Answer

An abbreviated steno stroke that produces a longer word or phrase quickly

Answer

Briefs are condensed steno strokes that allow captioners to write common words and phrases faster, directly reducing lag and improving real-time accuracy.

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CRI Real-Time Captioning Methods 3