Local Training Information and Dates

 'Vision for Communication' Study Day -  20 June 2013, London

We would like to let you know about a unique AAC study day, organised by Communication Matters, which focuses on the importance of gaze:

• Observing "what we are looking at"
• Exploring how to use gaze for communication
• Examining facilitated looking and pointing
• Studying an eye-gaze pathway
• Considering the role of gaze for those with progressive conditions

This day is purely about eye-gaze, looking, eye pointing and the use of low-tech communication (eye pointing boards, frames, etc). This study day is not about eye-gaze technology.

Download flyer/booking form from www.communicationmatters.org.uk/vision-study-day

For more information, contact 0845 456 8211 or email admin@communicationmatters.org.uk

For full details of all Makaton courses, please visit Adult Community Learning

Makaton Beginners: all courses 10 weeks

Day                    Period            Start date                   Location 

Tuesday            Evening         16/04/2013                   St Nicholas Family Centre Canvey Island 

Makaton Follow on: all courses 10 weeks

Day                       Period          Start date           Location

Wednesday          Evening         17/04/2013        Rayleigh Library

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