Interpreting IEP Meetings

MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS: 30
TOTAL INSTRUCTIONAL TIME: 12 HOURS

TOPICS COVERED:

I. Get it Right: Differences Between Translating & Interpreting

II. Preparing to Interpret an IEP Meeting

∙ Overview of Initial, Annual, Triennial IEP

∙ Vocabulary Challenges

- False Cognates

- Acronyms

- Context & Register

∙ Key IEP Vocabulary – Part 1

III. Interpreting the First Part of the IEP

- Professional Conduct of IEP Interpreters

- Conducting a Pre-Session

IV. Modes of Interpretation used in IEPs

- Simultaneous

- Consecutive Interpreting

- Sight Translation

V. Interpreting the Second Part of the IEP

- Key Vocabulary – Part 2

VI. Online Resources and Mock IEP Practice

*All topics include a practice activity.

IEP Meeting Testimonials

Leslie was amazing. She made the sessions very interesting and informative. I love how she was willing to talk about certain words I wasn't sure of in a very open and respectful manner. She never came across as a know it all and was very accepting of everyone's comments and questions. I have been working as a translator/interpreter for 5 years and learned a lot and was able to clear up some things I always doubted but never had someone to ask about. Thanks Leslie! I'm sure you will keep helping many more people, like you have helped me.

—Desert Mountain SELPA

Very dynamic and stimulating presentation.

—Vallecitos School District

I really enjoyed all of the simulations and role-playing activities. It gave us great practice.

—Desert Mountain SELPA

Leslie is so knowledgeable and confident in her approach. She worked hard to help us learn and think about our approach.

—Desert Mountain SELPA

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