Lámh (Sign Communication System)
Description
Lámh is a manual sign system used by children and adults with intellectual disability and communication needs in Ireland.
Lámh is a type of augmentative or alternative communication system (AAC). A decision as to whether Lámh is the appropriate communication support for an individual is made only after an assessment has been carried out.
Lámh signs are based on Irish Sign Language (ISL). Speech is always used with Lámh signs. Lámh signs are used to support communication.
Signing can be useful because:
- The person can see as well as hear what is being communicated
- Signing naturally encourages people to slow down a little so there is more time to work out the message
- If a person’s speech is unclear or limited, the Lámh user may be more easily understood when they use signs. This encourages many to try new words and say mor
- It encourages eye contact and attention to movement; skills that are important for speech development
This course introduces Lámh as a means of supporting communication, enables teachers to become familiar with 100 signs and provides practical opportunities for teachers to engage in Lámh.
This course is provided by the Special Education Support Service in conjunction with registered Lámh tutors regionally.
This one day course is open to:
- Teachers working in units/classes for student(s) with ASD in a mainstream setting
- Teachers in special schools who are currently working with student(s) with ASD
- Full-time Resource/Learning Support teachers who are currently working with student(s) with ASD
Time: Registration: 9.00 AM; Finish: 4.00 PM each day.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
Participants will require permission from the Board of Management to attend. Substitution for participating teachers will only be allowed by the Teacher Education Section, DES, for teachers with primary responsibility for student(s) with ASD and if it is deemed absolutely essential by the Principal.
TThis is a one-day course with a choice of five venues:
| Date | Venue | Booking Deadline |
| October 17th 2011 | Carlton Hotel (formerly Days) 19, Dublin Rd, Galway |
03/10/2011 |
| October 24th 2011 | Tralee Education Centre, Co. Kerry | 10/10/2011 |
| February 24th 2012 | Navan Education Centre | 10/02/2012 |
| March 1st 2012 | Drumcondra Education Centre, Dublin | 16/02/2012 |
| March 2nd 2012 | Drumcondra Education Centre, Dublin | 17/02/2012 |
| March 12th 2012 | Laois Ed. Centre Portlaoise | 02/03/2012 |
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Location
Navan Education Centre
Date
This event takes place on 24 February 2012