Blog #3, sec. 001: The Life of An ASL interpreter

NOTE - Some of the videos in this series contain offensive language. We do not condone the use of this language in class, and this is an extension of the classroom. We hope you can look past this aspect because these videos are good for discussion.

The following video is made to show difficulties with interpreters in education situations through a humorous fashion. It's purpose is to entertain and inform.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cqv84ywBSE&feature=player_embedded

What did you think? While the video is funny, and it's meant to be, the uploader and creator is an ASL Interpreter who based the videos off of her experiences. She just adds her commentary to the overall concept.

Post your comments below.

On a personal note: I was asked to sit outside of my classroom so I would not disrupt the nature of the entire class. I was ridiculed for the entire semester. It was awful. This situation is very real....