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I took the NIC Knowledge test awhile back but failed. I saw the tasks that I was low in, and I am trying to find more information on them; but having a hard time doing so. I am wondering if anyone can help me out.

The tasks I need help with:

Task 8:
1. Sign language continuum
2. Process of interpretation
3. Cross-cultural, gender, language use/variations, socio-economic status, and related influences on the interpretation process
4. Back-channeling (i.e., consumer feedback on the understanding of the interpretation) information as a tool to influence the ongoing interpretation
5. Lexical equivalency (ensuring translation of all items in appropriate lexical format)
6. Unique language features and their impact (e.g., how to interpret passive voice, supraordinate “words,” and use of classification in ASL)
7. Linguistic structure and principles of English, American Sign Language (and other languages) used during the interpretation

Task 7
1. Settings (education, legal, medical, mental, occupational, governmental services, religious, etc.)
2. Consumers (hearing, deaf, deaf/blind, hard of hearing, late deafened, persons without formal language, individuals with developmental disabilities, etc.)
3. Content knowledge
4. Various modalities (tactile, oral, various sign systems, etc.)
5. Modes of communication (pictures, gestures, props, etc)
6. Form and function of language and how this influences lexical decision making
7. How individuals and settings affect language register
8. Language acquisition in situations where appropriate
9. Formation of numbers and fingerspelling
10. Phonemic structure
11. Morphologic structure (e.g., semantics)
12. Syntax
13. Functional pragmatics (e.g., how settings alter the pragmatic function and form of discourse)
14. Linguistic structure and principles of English, American Sign Language (and other languages) used during the interpretation

Task 2
1. Need for deaf interpreters
2. Need for team interpreters
3. Need for consecutive or simultaneous interpreting
4. Physical distractions in environment and appropriate solutions within the setting
5. Assignment goals, philosophies, and/or expected outcomes
6. Strategies to make the setting comfortable
 
Whoa!!! you know, I have like 150 bikes I am trying to sell it. Do I try to sell 150 bikes? I sell bikes one by one by one. Doing this, I saw my number going down a lot. It is good for me. I don't feel overwhelmed.

What I am trying to say is that your list is overwhelming. Why not find one thing and then you will chop down on your knowledge. You know?
 
That's quite a chunk of tasks!

Did you read and study all the bibliography selections that were suggested for exam preparation? I found that it covered all the topics.

Are you currently in an ITP or a recent graduate?
 
@dereksbicycles
Ok, to continue on your bike analogy. Let's say you're selling one bike at a time and start with a blue bike. And if someone wants a green one sees that you're only selling a blue, will not think you have a green and pass you by.

By posting all at once, anyone who knows any info can comment and help. One at a time is not efficient. Someone might know some info and someone else might know other info.
 
sure is overwhelming,but reading it slowly it asking basic human goals and actions how live life written out like that makes it daunting
 
@Reba

I am a not a student, I have graduated.

Yes, I have and can't seem to find the information that I am missing. It's unfortunate that they only tell you what tasks you are low in, but not what parts.
 
AJW said:
@Reba

I am a not a student, I have graduated.

Yes, I have and can't seem to find the information that I am missing. It's unfortunate that they only tell you what tasks you are low in, but not what parts.
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You graduated from an ITP? I only ask because most of those topics would have been covered in your classes.

Do you attend continuing workshops and training in your local area? Many state level RIDs provide NIC preparation instruction. Also, the school that you attended for ITP should also be providing NIC preparation and workshops.

Your list of topics is way too broad to address in this forum.
 
@Reba

My school did, but due to some personal issues, I didn't take the test when I finished. It was about a year later, I went over my notes and studied for a while. Then I went and took the test.
 
On the sections that you listed, did you not understand the questions, or did you not recognize the material, or did you get test panic, or what? I ask because it makes a difference as to the approach. If you just need to refresh your knowledge that's one avenue but if you need to learn those areas from scratch, that's something else.

What study tools did you use?
 
Task 8: I have a basic understanding of 1&2. But, I have no idea about 3-7.

Task 7: Mostly just need help with 1.

Task 2: 1-6


materials that I used:
Master the NIC Written workbook
Sample Generalist Written Test (RID Store)
So You Want to Be an Interpreter?
Interpreting: An Introduction
Sign Language Interpreting: Basic resource book
Linguistics of American Sign Language
 
AJW said:
Task 8: I have a basic understanding of 1&2. But, I have no idea about 3-7.

Task 7: Mostly just need help with 1.

Task 2: 1-6
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Let's start with 7:1.
What exactly is it that you are having a problem with in settings?


materials that I used:
Master the NIC Written workbook
Sample Generalist Written Test (RID Store)
So You Want to Be an Interpreter?
Interpreting: An Introduction
Sign Language Interpreting: Basic resource book
Linguistics of American Sign Language
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Those are all good resources. Did you also read all of the items in the NIC bibliography? I remember there were several that I downloaded from the RID site.

One more question. :)

How much field experience have you had?
 
For 7-1
Basically I need help with placement and protocol. I remember reading that in So You Want to Be an Interpreter, but was basic info that was not on the test. I think two other books I said above were the same.

As far as NIC bibliography I have to check

Only interpreting experiences was when I was in school. I interpreted three different classes in the three different semesters. But that was years ago.
 
AJW said:
For 7-1
Basically I need help with placement and protocol. I remember reading that in So You Want to Be an Interpreter, but was basic info that was not on the test. I think two other books I said above were the same.

As far as NIC bibliography I have to check

Only interpreting experiences was when I was in school. I interpreted three different classes in the three different semesters. But that was years ago.
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Well, before we go further here, check the bibliography. It might have what you need. If not, then we can discuss the topics.

My other comment is, and please don't take this wrong, but how can you think that you're ready for the NIC with so little experience?

I think the bigger issue than exam questions is that you need a live mentor. Are you a member of your state and/or local RID chapter? Do you attend workshops? Do you attend Deaf events?

Have you even observed terps in the various settings? Is there someone you can either shadow or team with?
 
"My other comment is, and please don't take this wrong, but how can you think that you're ready for the NIC with so little experience?"

I understand this. But, most people want someone who has a certification.

I will try those things you said above. And see if it helps. Thank you for helping me out.
 
why not go over the materials with the teacher in your last class from last year? Or with a classmate who passed the test?
Are you taking the RID? What NIC?

AJW said:
"My other comment is, and please don't take this wrong, but how can you think that you're ready for the NIC with so little experience?"

I understand this. But, most people want someone who has a certification.

I will try those things you said above. And see if it helps. Thank you for helping me out.
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