The Makaton Vocabulary: Using manual signs and graphic symbols to develop interpersonal communication
- 1 January 1990
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Vol. 6 (1) , 15-28
- https://doi.org/10.1080/07434619012331275284
Abstract
The Makaton Vocabulary provides an approach to the teaching of communication and language skills, using manual signs and/or graphic symbols, accompanied by speech. The vocabulary is open ended, based around a common core of functional concepts. It originated in the United Kingdom, and is now used internationally by students with a wide variety of language and communication difficulties, and those who share their lives. This paper outlines the development and application of the system.Keywords
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