Survey on sign language interpreting in China
Though research into sign language interpreting (SLI) has been recognized as an integral part of general translation studies, especially of interpreting studies, SLI is yet to make its way into the consciousness of translation studies researchers on the Chinese mainland. This paper
presents data collected from two surveys carried out in China, one of the sign language interpreters and one of the deaf community, covering areas including the interpreters’ professional profiles, the SLI market, professional issues, interpreting difficulties, directionality, quality
issues and the role of the interpreter. The paper ends with an analysis of the unique challenges facing the professional development of and research into SLI in China.
Keywords: Chinese Sign Language (CSL); current status; sign language interpreting; survey
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 02 September 2009
- International Journal of Research and Practice in Interpreting
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