1305: Transcription - Conventions Part 2

Overview

This course covers the second set of SALT transcription conventions. They include:

• Unintelligible segments
• Spelling conventions
• Linked words
• Sound effects and idiosyncratic forms
• Root identification

Study the rules and then practice them using the interactive "Try It" and "Self Check" modules.

Level: Introductory
Time to complete: 1 hour

Learner outcomes:

Upon completion of the course the participant will be able to:

• Code for unintelligible speech.
• Use SALT spelling conventions.
• Code for linked words, sound effects, and idiosyncratic word forms.
• Identify root forms.

Materials needed:

• Any copy of SALT 20 or SALT 18 software. Older versions of the software may be used though you may notice differences in the menu structures and the reports.
• A digital playback system for playing the audio while you type in the text.
• Adobe Reader® or other PDF reader which is needed to view document files.

To access this course:

• Go to classes.saltsoftware.com
• Create a new account or log in to your existing Moodle account. Note that this is not the same as your saltsoftware.com account.
• To enroll in this course, scroll to the bottom and click the "Enroll me" button.