Going digital
The DLK Level 1 and Level 2 can be purchased through the portal in the same way as paper manuals. Access codes will be emailed to you to share digitally with your participants, making distribution quicker and easier.
Digital benefits for Tutors include:
- Fast manual delivery to participants — allowing courses to close later and include more learners
- No storage — no more paper manuals taking up space
- No postage — no trips to the post office or coordinating deliveries
What learners receive with the DLKs Level 1 and 2
- Embedded sign videos within the digital manual
- Digital manuals — no wear, no tear, no lost pages
- An interactive index and search function
- The ability to star pages, add notes and highlight key sections
- Always up-to-date content, including the latest signs and symbols
- Downloadable and printable learning resource sheets
- Access on up to three devices (phone, tablet or laptop)
- Exclusive Makaton content not included in printed manuals
Every Tutor is entitled to a free copy of each DLK for their own use. If you already have an account and access to the Level 1 DLK, your Level 2 DLK should automatically appear in your dashboard. Just log in as normal.
If you don’t yet have a DLK account, or if you log in and can’t see your Level 2 DLK in the dashboard, you can easily add it by redeeming your Tutor access code. Simply log in or register for first-time access, and enter the code provided in your email from us to unlock Levels 1 & 2 instantly.
You can find useful tips on how to register and navigate the DLK by watching our short video guides:
We’re excited about this transition and the benefits it brings to both Tutors and learners. By reducing our reliance on printed materials, we can reinvest in supporting individuals with learning and communication needs.
Have a DLK question? Email help@makaton.org and one fo the digital team will be on hand to help you! Please include screenshots where you can to help us troubleshoot with you.