TypeWell Transcriber’s

Code of Ethics

1. The transcriber will accurately transcribe the meaning of the spoken utterances made by individuals in the classroom or other transcribing situation.

2. The transcriber will accurately voice comments and questions in “reverse interpreting” situations.

3. The transcriber will not answer student questions about class content. The transcriber will instead facilitate communication between the instructor and student, by transcribing or voicing as needed.

4. The transcriber will not offer opinions or input of any kind in classes and meetings, even if invited to do so by instructors or others.

5. The transcriber will keep strictly confidential all information learned in work settings.

6. The transcriber will accept only those assignments for which he or she possesses appropriate skills.

7. The transcriber will strive to continually improve his or her transcribing skills.

8. The transcriber will prevent unauthorized people from using TypeWell to provide services for students and others.

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