Concentration and memory techniques
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Today’s lesson
CONCENTRATION AND MEMORY TECHNIQUES
Plan
Warm-up Introduction Practice interpreting a video file Practice more with peers Assigning homework: pair up for next class Self practice: note strengths and weaknesses
WARM – UP
Introduction
MEMORY ... Everyone has their own capacity of memorizing.
2 types of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory
What kind of memory is used? 99% of short-term memory due to:
- Time limit- Max 7 random objects at the same time- 15-20 seconds of information is retained until it fades
away.
Rules to train short-term memory
1. Concentration- “frozen-eye” practice- “volume-down” practice 2. Association: requires imagination upon
resemblance or contrast 3. Repetition: necessary to reinforce and
create paths in memory
4. Other suggestions- Use green-yellow cards to learn vocabulary- The day before interpreting, do not use
electronic devices a lot- Takes notes: names, numbers, …
Rules to train short-term memory
5. Dealing with speaker arrange some rules before start
- How the speaker should speak: speed, clarity, length, …
- How the interpreter should interrupt Clear, visible, audible signals Right when the speaker pauses for breath Be smart when choosing position to stand/sit
Rules to train short-term memory
Interpret a video file
Q & A