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

Answer

VRI provides sign language interpreting through a video connection, allowing a remote interpreter to serve Deaf clients without being physically present at a location.

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

Answer

VRS (Video Relay Service) allows Deaf individuals to communicate over the phone by using a video interpreter who voices for the Deaf caller and signs for the hearing caller.

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

Answer

Under Titles II and III of the ADA, state and local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations open to the public must provide effective communication for Deaf individuals.

Question 4

What does 'open captioning' mean?

Accepted Answer

Permanent captions visible to all viewers that cannot be turned off

Answer

Open captions are always-on captions burned into the video itself, visible to all viewers, unlike closed captions which can be toggled on or off.

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

Answer

An educational interpreter is a sign language interpreter who works in school settings, facilitating communication between Deaf students and hearing teachers, peers, and staff.

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Sign Language Sign Language Interpreting and Accessibility 2