Sign Language Interpreting
Information for faculty
A sign-language interpreter will accompany the student to class. Below are some guidelines for working with deaf or
hard-of-hearing students.
Communication
When talking with the student, look directly at him or her, and speak as you would to a hearing person.
Remember that while the interpreter’s hands are moving, your message is still in transit.
If you need to communicate directly with the interpreter, he or she will interpret your conversation into
sign language for the student.
Positioning/Lighting
The interpreter will make sure the positioning of the student is relative to you and to any videotape,
film, or overhead projection you are showing. Please try to avoid having windows or any other strong light
source directly behind you.
Clear line of sight and sufficient light for the student and interpreter to see one another is essential at all times.
Notetaker
Because the student will need to watch the interpreter when you or anyone else is speaking, it will
be necessary to select a notetaker. Your help in doing this will be very much appreciated. Please take
a moment to review the section, Instructor Guidelines for Choosing a
Notetaker.
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