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  •   WHY SIGN?       WHY SIGNALONG?  

    communicate

    Enables communication

    43% of adults with moderate to severe learning difficulties are unable to process verbal language and need other means

       

    Standardised system based on British Sign Language

    Based on British sign language but used in spoken word order, with 1 sign per concept

     

     

     

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    Useful in a range of disabilities

    Language problems may occur in learning difficulties, cerebral palsy, autism and others

       

    Wide-ranging vocabulary

    the SIGNALONG Group has researched and published more than and other organisation in Britain

     

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    Multi-channel input

    Useful where auditory messages are not processed quickly

       

    Easily accessible

    Signs are drawn and described using a standard method which is consistent across the whole volcabulary

     

    look

    Encourages eye contact & concentration    

    Adaptable

    Special volcabularies available, and local variations can be accommodated

     

    independent

    Needs no additional materials or equipment    

    Relevant

    Vocabulary covering needs ranging from pre-school to independent living and employment, to be used as required

     
           

    Full training & support

    Training provided on-site or at the SIGNALONG Centre, including training for tutors and Total Communication Cordinators. Free sign research service provided to users