Laser Lessons - Lesson

Be able to reduce barriers to communication

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In this tutorial you will learn:

How to identify the barriers to communication
How to reduce barriers to communication and find ways to check that your communication has been understood.
Where to obtain information and support to enable you to communicate effectively.

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Look on the internet to find websites that provide information about speech difficulties. Could you learn Makaton speech and sign, perhaps? What else can you discover that helps your understanding of others and the way they communicate?
Your role will often bring you into contact with adults who have difficulties communicating with you. Use the internet to find out ways that you can adapt the way you communicate to ensure effective communication with those:Who have a hearing impairment;For whom English is not their first language;Who do not speak English;Who have a visual impairment;Who have a stammer, or other speech impediment.
Communication Matters is a UK charitable organisation of members concerned with using assistive technologies and devices to aid communication, including eye pointing, word boards, and speech output devices.Click on the icon to the left to visit the website of Communication Matters.
Watch this video on augmentative and alternative communication from Communication Matters, called ‘The Power of Communication’. Click on the icon to access this video
Click on the link to open Speech and Language UK, the website of I CAN, a UK children’s communication charity focusing on development of speech, language and communication skills with a particular emphasis on those with communication difficulties.

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