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Makaton is an approach to communication that uses symbols, signs, and speech. The letters in "Makaton" do not stand for individual words; instead, the name is derived from the combination of two locations in the UK where the system was developed: the "Ma" from Manchester and the "Kat" from Kent. It is designed to support individuals with communication difficulties.
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Why did makaton start?
Makaton started in the 1970's my Matgret Walker and 2 of her companions Kathy Johnston and Tony Cornforth to help deaf and people who can't talk to communicate with people who can hear and talk. the spelling of makaton is because the 2 first letters of MArgret KAty and TOny become the word MAKATON.
Can you learn makaton for free in England?
Yes. Watch 'Something Special' on CBeebies on the television and you will learn Makaton.
Who invented makaton and in witch year?
machile james
What do the letters UK stand for?
If the letters are capitalized, UK, that stands for the United Kingdom. If the letters are lower case, uk, it may stand for unknown.
What do the letters ITCLC stand for?
It meansInternationalTextileCareLabellingCode
Why did makaton start?
Makaton started in the 1970's my Matgret Walker and 2 of her companions Kathy Johnston and Tony Cornforth to help deaf and people who can't talk to communicate with people who can hear and talk. the spelling of makaton is because the 2 first letters of MArgret KAty and TOny become the word MAKATON.
How is makaton used?
makaton is used by pictures as words instead of using words
Why do you use makaton?
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Can you learn makaton for free in England?
Yes. Watch 'Something Special' on CBeebies on the television and you will learn Makaton.
Why would Makaton signing be a hindrance when communicating?
As a communication lecturer, I teach young adults with learning disabilities how to use Makaton as a communication aid. Within my work place their have been some negative responces, one being "Makaton makes learners lazy with their speech." I would like to hear other views in answer to the above question.
Who invented makaton and in witch year?
machile james
What is special communication?
Braille, Sign language and Makaton.
Where can one purchase Makaton signs?
You can purchase Makaton, or basic sign language, posters online at the Amazon website. You can also find them from personal sellers on websites such as eBay and Craigslist.
What do the letters GIS stand for to do with computers?
The letters GIS stand for Geographical Information System.
What ancient Roman letters mean?
If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.If you mean single Roman letters, they can either stand for numbers or abbreviations.
What does the Makaton Charity support?
The Makaton Charity was set up to support families and care takers of the deaf. They teach family members how to sign and offer classes for infants and toddlers as well.
What do the letters pak stand for after a name?
The letters DO after a physician's name stand for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
