Using Zoom for American Sign Language (ASL) Assignments in Court-Slides

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The Judicial Council of California and the National Center for State Courts presented a webinar on using Zoom for American Sign Language (ASL) assignments in court. Presented by Amber Tucker and Robin Shannon, the session covered several key topics aimed at ensuring effective ASL interpretation via Zoom.<br /><br />**Housekeeping Notes:**<br />- The webinar was recorded.<br />- Attendees were encouraged to submit questions through the Q&A feature, which were answered at the end.<br /><br />**Agenda Highlights:**<br />1. Introductions<br />2. Best practices with remote ASL interpretation<br />3. Roles of participants<br />4. Equipment set-up<br />5. Zoom features<br />6. Team interpreting<br />7. Confidential communications<br /><br />**Key Points:**<br />- **Technology Requirements:** The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates high-quality video and audio for clear communication, real-time transmission, suitable screen size, and proper staff training for quick setup and operation.<br />- **Interpreter Equipment:** Include a primary computer connection (minimum 17” screen), a secondary device for team communication, noise-canceling headsets, ethernet connections, appropriate lighting, and plain backgrounds.<br />- **Best Practices:** Co-host status, clarity in document sharing, virtual hand raises, and specific configurations for hybrid and remote setups.<br />- **Roles:** Participants typically include the judge, attorneys, clerks, court reporters, interpreters, and occasionally others like guardians ad litem. Interpreting roles are divided into interpreter for counsel (virtual), table interpreter (on-site), and proceeding interpreter.<br />- **Zoom Features & ASL Channel:** Ensuring interpreters can manage their visibility and audio. Training users on how to access the ASL channel is crucial for streamlined communication.<br />- **Confidential Communications:** Different approaches may be needed for remote vs hybrid participants.<br /><br />**Additional Information:**<br />- Remote settings may not suit every Deaf participant, and in-person interpreting might be necessary in some cases.<br />- Resources and references were provided for further reading on ADA compliance and effective remote interpreting methods.<br /><br />This webinar aimed to enhance the understanding and implementation of remote ASL interpreting in legal settings, ensuring accessibility and compliance with ADA standards.

Keywords

Judicial Council of California

National Center for State Courts

Zoom

American Sign Language

ASL interpretation

ADA compliance

remote interpreting

court technology

confidential communications

webinar