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Building Your Genealogical Skills January 2022

Welcome!

Thank you for registering for the online program, Building Your Genealogical Skills!

Take your research skills to the next level! With the sheer number of online resources at your fingertips, it's easy to dive into your family history research without any formal training as a genealogist. Certainly, you'll learn along the way, and devise your own methods, but it's also easy to become overwhelmed and form bad habits. Whether you are new to genealogy, want to refresh your skills, or learn best practices, this course will set you on the right path to getting the most out of your family history research. Topics include: how to record your findings, strategies for analyzing records, online research, and more.

This course includes three 90-minute classes; exclusive access to handouts and recordings of each presentation; and in-depth Q&A sessions with the instructor.

Schedule

     
Tuesday, January 11 
6:00-7:30 PM EDT
Class #1: The Basics
Students will learn the major principles of good genealogy research practice, how to apply these practices in researching a family tree, and the most important types of records used in genealogical research.
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Tuesday, January 18  
6:00-7:30 PM EDT
Class #2: Researching
Students will learn the value of research logs, creating a research plan, finding aids and more. This session will delve into the many crucial techniques of planning and organizing your research.
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Tuesday, January 25
6:00-7:30 PM EDT
Class #3: Analyzing
Part of becoming an effective researcher includes learning the basics of genealogical citation. Learn how to question genealogical sources and citations to make sure your research is valid.
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Zoom Access Information

Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97348220077

Meeting ID: 973 4822 0077

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Program Materials

Recorded Presentations

Class 1

Class 2

Class 3

Our Speaker

Ann Lawthers

Genealogist
Areas of expertise: New England, New York, Mid-Atlantic states, the southern colonies, Ireland, and migration patterns.