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, September 14 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, September 21 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, September 28 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/97518523503
Meeting ID: 975 1852 3503
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+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
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Use same access information for all three sessions.
Program Materials
Week 1
Handout
Slides (Large)
Slides (Worksheet)
Homework
Homework Answers
Resource List
5-Generation Chart
Family Group Sheet
Week 2
Handout
Slides (Large)
Slides (Worksheet)
Research Plan
Homework Answers
Research Log
Pedigree Chart
Week 3
Handout
Slides (Large)
Slides (Worksheet)
Homework Answers
Genealogy Research Map
Recorded Presentations and Videos
Class 1: The Basics
Presented by: Ann Lawthers
Running Time: 1:33:08
Live Broadcast: September 14, 2021
Class 2: Researching
Presented by: Ann Lawthers
Running Time: 1:28:37
Live Broadcast: September 21, 2021
Class 3: Analyzing
Presented by: Ann Lawthers
Running Time: 1:41:41
Live Broadcast: September 28, 2021
About our Speaker
Ann Lawthers, Genealogist is a graduate of Wellesley College and the Harvard School of Public Health, and has completed the Boston University Certificate in Genealogical Research program. She has conducted genealogical projects as an independent researcher. Ann’s areas of interest are New England and New York, the Mid-Atlantic, Ireland, Eastern Canada, and migration patterns.
Suggested Resources
Subject Guide: Getting Started
Writeable 5-generation chart
Land Abstraction Form
Probate Abstraction Form