Simultaneous and Consecutive Interpretation and Human Information Processing [electronic resource] / D. Gerver.

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of noise on the performance of simultaneous conference interpreters, and to carry out a detailed examination of verbal and temporal aspects of their output in relation to source language input. A further aim is to compare the relative effectiveness...

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Main Author: Gerver, D.
Corporate Author: University of Durham
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [S.l.] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1971.
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Summary:The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of noise on the performance of simultaneous conference interpreters, and to carry out a detailed examination of verbal and temporal aspects of their output in relation to source language input. A further aim is to compare the relative effectiveness of simultaneous and consecutive interpretation in conveying information to the listener under both normal and adverse listening conditions. A bibliography of references is included. (Author/DD)
Item Description:ERIC Document Number: ED084906.
Sponsoring Agency: Social Science Research Council, London (England).
Physical Description:122 p.