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Originally Posted by bettyboo
Hi Jo
I did Makaton training a few years ago, as we had a child who used it. The only thing I would say is it is something that you have to use or lose.
I had a conversation recently with our inclusion officer as I had seen the news saying that settings were using Makaton with all the children. A few years ago there was some discussion as to whether using Makaton delayed a child's speech. the research now seems to point the other way and we are encouraged to use Makaton with children with speech and language disorders.
check out the Makaton website www.makaton.org they maybe able to advise you re courses
Or speak to your local EYDCP who may also be able to help
good luck
BB |
Acredola and Goodwin have carried out extensive research into this, the resukts were very positive, more info
here.
Some more info
here
about the work of Joseph Garica and Marilyn Daniels.
I've been considering doing some Makaton training too, I've BSL qulaifications and know many of the Makaton signs but would like a certificate:jump: :laughing: for the Makaton.