Interpreting American Sign Language to English (SL 345)

Term: 2018-2019 Spring

Faculty

Kent Rockwell OviattShow MyInfo popup for Kent Rockwell Oviatt

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Dr. Oviatt received his BA and MA at Piedmont International University. He completed his EdD at Liberty University in July 2023. His PhD at Carolina is ABD. 

 

Dr. Oviatt has served in ministry and leadership roles for over 45 years. He has been married to Denise for 44 years, and they have two adult children.

 

He is an adjunct professor at the Deaf Studies Program at Crown College of the Bible in Powell, Tennessee.

 

Dr. Oviatt is also the Director of the Deaf Studies Program and is an adjunct professor in the DMin and MMin programs at Piedmont Divinity School at Carolina University,

Schedule

Tue-Thu, 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM (1/8/2019 - 5/1/2019) Location: MAIN DEEDS D313

Description

In-depth study and practice of interpreting from American Sign Language (ASL) or other sign language to spoken English. This is a laboratory-based class that provides for the development of interpreting skills required in a variety of settings. Focus is given to equivalent message content, vocabulary, register
choice, and cultural adaptations. It includes further and more advanced instruction on self and peer analysis, enhancing the students’ ASL to English interpreting skills, and preparing them for interpreter credentialing.