A atuação e a formação dos tradutores e intérpretes da libras em instituições privadas de ensino superior do Distrito Federal: um estudo de caso

Abstract

This study investigated the role and training of translators and interpreters of sign language in some higher education institutions in Distrito Federal. This study used a qualitative method based on analysis of legal regulations that support on the recognition of sign language in Brazil, and about the profession of sign language interpreter. Taking advantage of generating data with a semi-structured questionnaire. This procedure involved nine participants from various private institutions. The data were subjected to content analysis and the results showed that interpreters are qualifying to meet the legal requirements and that these before the performance in acting, is still difficult in the academic environment, whether at the time of interpretation, as in the unfamiliarity teachers on aspects of the deaf subject learning. Moreover, ethical conduct has been placed as essential for implementation of the work of the interpreters. It was found that to meet the demand of the deaf students entering higher education in recent years, due to the recognition of sign language, and the profession of interpreters translators pounds, the institutions to respect the rights of people with disabilities and provide the same right to education, hire interpreters who do not meet indeed to all the guidelines of the legal regulations.