NAD Educational Interpreting Settings 3

Question 1

A Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) may be particularly beneficial in educational settings when:

Accepted Answer

The Deaf student has unique communication needs such as minimal language competency or use of home signs

Answer

CDIs are especially effective when Deaf students have specialized communication profiles, such as those who use home signs, tactile communication, or have limited ASL exposure.

Question 2

The term 'mainstreaming' in Deaf education refers to:

Accepted Answer

Placing Deaf students in general education classrooms alongside hearing peers

Answer

Mainstreaming places Deaf students in general education settings with hearing students, typically with interpreter or other support services.

Question 3

Which approach to Deaf education emphasizes the use of both ASL and English as equal languages of instruction?

Accepted Answer

Bilingual-bicultural (Bi-Bi) approach

Answer

The Bilingual-Bicultural (Bi-Bi) approach treats ASL and English as equal languages and includes Deaf culture as an integral part of the curriculum.

Question 4

An educational interpreter should prepare for interpreting assignments by:

Accepted Answer

Reviewing course materials, textbooks, and subject-specific vocabulary in advance

Answer

Advance preparation, including reviewing content and vocabulary, is critical to producing accurate and fluent interpretations in academic settings.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'transliteration' as used in educational interpreting with students who prefer English-based signing?

Accepted Answer

Representing spoken English in a signed form that follows English word order and grammar

Answer

Transliteration in this context means using a form of signed communication that closely follows English word order and structure, often for students who communicate primarily in English-based signing.

NAD - National Association of the Deaf Certified Interpreter Practice Test

NAD - National Association of the Deaf Certified Interpreter Practice Test

NAD Educational Interpreting Settings 3