SIGHT INTERPRETING PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ETI308	SIGHT INTERPRETING	6	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. VAHİDE METİN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to help students acquire the fundamental skills and strategies required for sight translation. It focuses on developing students' fluency in both languages, enabling them to prioritize message over structure, and equipping them to effectively render different text types (informative, descriptive, etc.) into the target language. The course also serves as a foundation for consecutive and simultaneous interpreting courses.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course introduces students to the fundamental theories and techniques of sight translation, along with strategies such as paraphrasing, chunking, and speed reading, as well as the oral reading skills necessary for fluent and accurate delivery. Students reinforce these skills through applied exercises on texts selected from various fields, including law, health, education, and economics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define the fundamental theories and techniques of sight translation, including paraphrasing, chunking, and speed reading.
Render texts selected from various fields—law, health, education, and economics—orally into the target language using appropriate vocal delivery techniques (breathing, pausing, pronunciation).
Analyze a source text through speed reading to identify the main idea and message independently of its structure.
Evaluate their own and their peers' sight translation performances in terms of fluency, accuracy, and message integrity.
Produce an original, fluent sight translation delivery by integrating appropriate paraphrasing and chunking strategies across different text types.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	--	The concept and definition of sight translation, and its place among types of interpreting	In-Class Discussion
2	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Theoretical framework: cognitive processes, multitasking, and mental load	In-Class Discussion
3	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Speed reading and reading comprehension strategies; theory of grasping the main idea	In-Class Discussion
4	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Theory and techniques of paraphrasing + practice with short texts	In-Class Discussion
5	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Chunking, and expansion/reduction strategies	In-Class Discussion
6	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Theory of oral reading: breathing, pausing, pronunciation, intonation	In-Class Discussion
7	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Error analysis and self-assessment techniques; quality criteria	In-Class Discussion
8	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Practice: texts on human rights and social issues	In-Class Discussion
9	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Practice: legal texts and terminology	In-Class Discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Practice: texts on health and medicine	In-Class Discussion
12	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Practice: texts on education	In-Class Discussion
13	Reviewing the assigned reading material	Practice: texts on economics, banking, and business correspondence	In-Class Discussion
14	Reviewing the assigned reading material	General review, final exam preparation, and term recap	In-Class Discussion
15	Reviewing the assigned reading material	General review, final exam preparation, and term recap	In-Class Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Weber, W. K. (1990). The Importance of Sight Translation in an Interpreter Training Program. In D. Bowen & M. Bowen (Eds.), Interpreting: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. Binghamton, NY: State University of New York at Binghamton.
Agrifoglio, M. (2004). Sight Translation and Interpreting: A Comparative Analysis of Constraints and Failures. Interpreting, 6(1), 43-67.
Pöchhacker, F. (2016). Introducing Interpreting Studies (2nd ed.). Routledge.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Knows translation theories, linguistic approaches, and intercultural communication models.					4
2	Explains fundamental concepts related to the relationship between language, culture, and meaning.					4
3	Evaluates the historical development and theoretical orientations of the field of translation studies.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies the grammatical, semantic, and cultural characteristics of source and target languages.					4
2	Has knowledge of the structural and functional features of various text types.					4
3	Recognizes institutions, professional standards, and ethical principles related to the translation industry.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes written and oral texts in terms of language, meaning, and context.					4
2	Determines appropriate translation strategies and reconstructs meaning with consideration of cultural differences.						5
3	Evaluates translation problems through critical thinking and problem-solving skills.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Effectively uses professional tools and technological software in written and oral translation processes.						5
2	Performs translation practices in various fields such as law, literature, technology, and media.						5
3	Manages translation projects by observing time management and quality standards.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans, conducts, and evaluates translation projects individually or as part of a team.						5
2	Solves problems in translation processes by making independent decisions.						5
3	Takes responsibility in professional practices and demonstrates leadership when necessary.						5
4	Works collaboratively with different stakeholders to achieve common goals.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follows new research and technological developments in the field.					4
2	Continuously improves professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.					4
3	Identifies personal learning needs and applies independent learning strategies.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively in multicultural environments and contributes to teamwork.						5
2	Uses English and Turkish fluently and accurately in professional and social contexts.						5
3	Respects intercultural differences and acts in accordance with ethical values.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adheres to the principles of confidentiality, impartiality, and accuracy in the translation process.	0
2	Assumes professional responsibility and makes ethical decisions in translation projects.	0
3	Acts professionally in accordance with national and international standards of the field.	0

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	3	39
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	13	2	26
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	13	2	26
Assignment (Homework)	6	2	12
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	7	2	14
Practice at a workplace	7	2	14
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	75	0	175