Mastering Multichannel Signs - Enhancing Clarity & Expression

Session description

Multichannel signs are an important feature of BSL. Handshape, movement, facial expression, body movement and space can work together to express several elements of meaning within a single construction. Recognising and producing these forms is important for clear and natural BSL.

Led by Deaf linguist and trainer Gavin Lilley, this practical workshop explores how multichannel signs work and how they can be used in live interpreting and prepared translation. We will examine examples where meaning is conveyed through several channels at once, and consider difficulties that arise when translating English source messages into BSL.

Through demonstrations, analysis, discussion and practical exercises, participants will practise recognising multichannel information, trying different constructions and considering how their choices affect clarity and expression.

Who is this session for?

Qualified and trainee BSL/English interpreters and BSL translators who want more experience analysing and producing multichannel signs.

Learning outcomes

·         Gain a clearer understanding of how multichannel signs work within BSL

·         Develop your ability to recognise information being expressed across several channels at once

·         Practise producing multichannel signs in a range of examples and contexts

·         Consider how multichannel signs can be used in both interpreting and translation

·         Identify common difficulties and ways of working through them

·         Learn directly from a Deaf linguist with opportunities for discussion, practice, and feedback

Trainer(s)

Gavin Lilley

Course information

Structured CPD points: 4

Language of instruction: British Sign Language Only

Cameras: On

Participation: Active

Recorded: No