Cahiers de Traduction
Volume 24, Numéro 1, Pages 453-467
2021-06-08
Mock Conference As A Situated Learning Activity In Algeria: Consecutive Interpreter Training As A Case Study, Its Design And Effect As Perceived By Trainee Interpreters
Authors : Bezzaoucha Ilhem .
Abstract
The use of Mock Conferences (MCs) to immerse trainee interpreters in a situated learning activity for future professional purposes later, yet the elaboration of a course in which MCs are embedded are under the radar of scientific research. This article discusses the significance of MCs as a situated approach in interpreting teaching and reports on a case study of their teaching effects. Data were collected through questionnaires from 10 second-year Master students in interpreting. The trainees were overly satisfied with the course of consecutive interpreting with MCs. Findings indicate that skills concerning professionalism, public speaking, note taking are better consolidated in MCs.
Keywords
mock conference; consecutive interpreting; situated learning; modalities; teaching effect.
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