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The image shows the “Make the Right Real in Malaysia” logo of The OKU Rights Matter website and a Deaf mother teaching Bahasa Isyarat Malaysia (BIM) (Malaysian Sign Language) to her hearing children who are now skilful multilingual communicators.

Teaching Hands Speaking: Two Tasks, One Love

The article discusses the importance of Deaf teachers in promoting Malaysian Sign Language (BIM) and the need for a deeper understanding of its linguistic aspects. It highlights the growth of BIM content on social media, while cautioning about potential misinterpretations of different signing systems. The author emphasizes structured learning from qualified sources as vital for effective communication with the Deaf community.