Speed and Accuracy in Stenographic Theory Flashcards

What is the recommended method for a reporter to handle a word they do not know how to stroke during a proceeding?

Answer: Write it phonetically and flag it for later dictionary resolution

Phonetic writing preserves the sound of the word so the reporter can look it up and correct it during transcript editing.

In competitive speed testing, how is the error rate calculated for a court reporter?

Answer: Number of errors divided by total words attempted, multiplied by 100 to get a percentage

Error rate is calculated as the percentage of incorrect words relative to the total words in the passage.

What is 'scopist' in the context of court reporter workflow?

Answer: A professional who edits and proofs a reporter's rough draft transcript

A scopist is a skilled editor who cleans up untranslates, punctuation, and formatting in a reporter's rough draft.

What does 'fingering' refer to in stenographic practice?

Answer: The consistent assignment of specific fingers to specific keys for stroke efficiency

Fingering discipline ensures muscle memory consistency, reducing errors and improving speed.

In court reporting practice, what is 'read-back'?

Answer: The reporter reading previously recorded testimony aloud from their steno notes

A read-back occurs when the reporter reads back specific testimony from their stenographic notes, often upon request by the court.

What is the purpose of 'dictionary management' as an ongoing practice for working reporters?

Answer: Continuously adding new terms, names, and briefs to maintain high realtime translation accuracy

Active dictionary management ensures the CAT software accurately translates specialized terminology, names, and new briefs encountered in practice.