What is the difference between Macaton and British Sign Language?
Macaton This method is taken from signs of Auslan. It is a simplified version of Auslan and has been developed for people whose language ability is limited. However, it seeks to allow individuals to express their needs and emotions. http://home.vicnet.net.au/~dbansw/CommModes.html#macaton British Sign Language (BSL) is the sign language used in the United Kingdom (UK), and is the first or preferred language of deaf people in the UK; published estimates range from 30,000 to 70,000. The language makes use of space and involves movement of the hands, body, face and head. Many thousands of people who are not Deaf also use BSL, as hearing relatives of Deaf people, sign language interpreters or as a result of other contact with the British Deaf community. If you are not satisfied with this try to this example of British sign language try this. http://en.wikipedia.
