Sign Language Sign Language Interpreting and Accessibility 2

Question 1

What is Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)?

Accepted Answer

An interpreting service where a sign language interpreter is accessed via video call rather than in person

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Watching sign language videos online to practice

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A video relay service used for phone calls

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Recorded interpretation for pre-recorded videos

Question 2

What is the Video Relay Service (VRS) used for?

Accepted Answer

A phone service that allows Deaf people to make and receive calls through a sign language interpreter via video

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Watching ASL educational videos

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A service for remote sign language classes

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A captioning service for television programs

Question 3

Under the ADA, which entities are required to provide effective communication for Deaf individuals?

Accepted Answer

State and local government entities, businesses, and nonprofits open to the public

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Only hospitals and medical offices

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State and federal government offices only

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Only large businesses with more than 50 employees

Question 4

What does 'open captioning' mean?

Accepted Answer

Permanent captions visible to all viewers that cannot be turned off

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Captions that can be turned on or off

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Captions only available to registered viewers

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A type of sign language overlay on video

Question 5

What is an 'educational interpreter'?

Accepted Answer

A sign language interpreter who works in K-12 or higher education settings to facilitate communication for Deaf students

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A person who teaches sign language in schools

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An interpreter who only works with adult learners

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A hearing teacher trained to use ASL

Question 6

What is the purpose of the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program (NDBEDP)?

Accepted Answer

To distribute specialized telecommunications equipment to low-income Deaf-Blind individuals

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To provide Cochlear implants to Deaf-Blind individuals

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To fund sign language classes for Deaf-Blind people

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To train interpreters who work with Deaf-Blind clients