The Effective Interpreting Series
The comprehensive interpreter training curriculum by Carol J. Patrie, Ph.D.
About the Series
What is the Effective Interpreting Series?
A ten-volume curriculum by Carol J. Patrie, Ph.D., organized into two parallel tracks — ASL and English — that build progressively from language skills through cognitive processing, translation, and consecutive interpreting up to simultaneous interpreting.
Every volume pairs the text with naturally occurring discourse video, study questions, and The Five-Step Follow Up — a unique self-analysis approach that reinforces each skill.
Used in interpreter education programs nationwide and ideal for independent study. Working interpreters can earn up to 2 CEUs per volume for RID Certification Maintenance.
About the author
Carol J. Patrie, Ph.D. was instrumental in designing and implementing the Master of Arts in Interpretation program at Gallaudet University. She is a sought-after speaker, educator, and consultant on the national and international stage, and one of the foremost professionals in the field of interpreter education.
The Effective Interpreting Series
ASL Track
Five volumes based on ASL source materials — build skills from language proficiency to simultaneous interpreting.
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The Effective Interpreting Series: ASL Skills Development - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Cognitive Processing Skills in ASL - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Translating from ASL - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Consecutive Interpreting from ASL - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Simultaneous Interpreting from ASL - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series
English Track
Five volumes based on English source materials — the parallel track for developing interpreting skills from English.
Choose an edition
The Effective Interpreting Series: English Skills Development - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Cognitive Processing Skills in English - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Translating from English - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Consecutive Interpreting from English - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series: Simultaneous Interpreting from English - Study Set
The Effective Interpreting Series
Specialized Resources
Additional volumes for specialized interpreting settings and skill development.
Interpreting in Medical Settings
Interpreting in Legal Settings
Interpreting in Insurance Settings
The Effective Interpreting Series
How to Get Your Video Library Access
Every EIS book is paired with 12-month Video Library access for the discourse exercises that go with the text — how you get your access depends on where you buy the book.
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