LTR511 - Legal Transcription

Subject Title
Legal Transcription

Subject Description
This subject is designed to develop proficiency in the transcription of legal machine-dictated materials. To this end, authentic legal dictation is utilized in order to provide the student with exposure to actual legal situations. Emphasis will be placed on the development of legal vocabulary and on the reinforcement of English language skills: punctuation, spelling, proofreading, and grammar. Through the use of the latest version of Word, students will learn style and format guidelines in order to prepare legal correspondence and documents to mailable business standards.

Credit Status
LTR 511 is a required credit for students enrolled in the one-year compressed Office Administration Legal Diploma Program.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Apply knowledge of English language rules to legal transcription as appropriate in legal offices.

2. Develop correct proofreading techniques.

3. Use reference materials appropriately and efficiently to facilitate accuracy of legal correspondence and documents.

4. Show an ability to operate designated transcription equipment and use Word to create legal correspondence and documents.

5. Develop time management and organizational skills necessary for success in an office environment.

6. Produce all required assignments and tests to acceptable business standards within prescribed time limits.

7. Follow verbal and written instructions.

8. Demonstrate an attitude of professionalism, as evidenced by an ability to meet deadlines, complete assignments and perform tests and in-class assingments as scheduled.

Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).

Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.

Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

By attending live classes, students are consenting to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes of administering the class and associated coursework. To learn more about Seneca's privacy practices, visit Privacy Notice.