Czech Sign Language Interpreting: Development of the Profession in the 20th and 21st Centuries
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Result language
angličtina
Original language name
Czech Sign Language Interpreting: Development of the Profession in the 20th and 21st Centuries
Original language description
The evolution of Czech Sign Language (CzSL) interpreter education in the Czech Republic has reached several key milestones. The profession was formally recognized in 1956 when the first CzSL interpreter was registered on the list of court interpreters.Academic institutions have been crucial in developing this field. In 1998, Charles University in Prague started its Deaf Studies program, which combined with Czech Language and Literature studies. This program focused on sign language interpretation and research, leading to significant academic advancements. In 2000, the Czech Chamber of Sign Language Interpreters (Komora) was established, setting high standards in interpreter education. It introduced a Certification Training Program from 2004 to 2011, greatly influencing professional standards for CzSL interpreters.Education for interpreters continued to grow with new programs like the Czech Sign Language Interpreting Program at the College in Hradec Králové in 2015 and a bachelor's degree at Masaryk University in Brno in 2019. These programs offer a full curriculum covering theory and practical skills, reflecting the growing interest in this field.Legislation has also supported the rights and professional growth of CzSL interpreters. Notably, Act No. 155/1998 and its 2008 amendment ensured the right for Deaf individuals to use CzSL in official settings. This legal support, combined with educational and professional advancements, highlights the Czech Republic's dedication to improving interpreter services, promoting equality, and continually enhancing training for interpreters.
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C - Chapter in a specialist book
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OECD FORD branch
60203 - Linguistics
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I - Institucionalni podpora na dlouhodoby koncepcni rozvoj vyzkumne organizace
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Publication year
2025
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
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Book/collection name
International perspectives on sign language translator and interpreter education
ISBN
978-1-954622-42-5
Number of pages of the result
17
Pages from-to
144-160
Number of pages of the book
442
Publisher name
Gallaudet University Press
Place of publication
Washington, DC
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