COGNITIVE LOAD MANAGEMENT IN SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION: NEUROLINGUISTIC INSIGHTS AND PRACTICAL STRATEGIES

Аннотация

Simultaneous interpretation (SI) imposes a significant burden on interpreters' working memory and attention since it forces them to manage complex cognitive activities under time restrictions. Daniel Gile's Effort Model and Baddeley's Working Memory Model provide key theoretical foundations for this article's examination of cognitive strain in SI. The three types of cognitive load—intrinsic, extraneous, and germane—are investigated, and strategies for managing them during the pre-, real-time, and post-task stages are offered. Topic preparation, segmentation, controlled omission lag management and introspective self-evaluation are outlined. The practical implications for interpretation performance and education are highlighted as a contribution to the greater field of translation and interpreting studies. Key words: cognitive load, working memory, intrinsic cognitive load, extraneous cognitive load, germane cognitive load, segmentation, lag management