Virtual Genealogical Skills Bootcamp
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. This intensive three-day online program will set you on the right path to getting the most out of your family history research and teach you how to tackle genealogical problems like a pro. Topics include: strategies for analyzing records, online research, breaking down genealogical brick walls, and more.
This program includes:
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12 lectures and access to recordings
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Lecture handouts and materials
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Demo and activity sessions with our experts and other participants
Agenda:
Thursday, August 3: The Basics: Process, Records, Analysis
| 10:00-11:00 a.m. | Welcome & Introductions |
| 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Genealogy 101 |
| 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch break |
| 1:30-3:00 p.m. | Analyzing Sources |
| 3:00-3:15 p.m. | Break |
| 3:15-4:45 p.m. | Analyzing Records |
| 4:45-5:00 p.m. | Extended Q&A and Discussion |
Friday, August 4: Breaking Down Genealogical Brick Walls
| 10:00-11:00 a.m. | Taking Action: How to Create a Research Plan |
| 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Family Ties: Using Extended Family to Circumnavigate a Brick Wall |
| 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Lunch break |
| 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Broadening Your Scope: Employing Ancestral Associates in your Research |
| 2:00-3:00 p.m. | Knowing the Neighbors: How Neighbors Can Help Solve Genealogical Mysteries |
| 3:00-3:15 p.m. | Break |
| 3:15-4:15 p.m. | Bringing It All Together: Making Your Case and Drawing Conclusions |
| 4:15-5:00 p.m. | Extended Q&A and Discussion |
Saturday, August 5: Getting the Most Out of Online Research
| 10:00-11:00 a.m. | General Best Practices for Researching Online & Using Google for Genealogy Research |
| 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Searching Databases on AmericanAncestors.org |
| 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch break |
| 1:30-3:00 p.m. | Using Ancestry.com |
| 3:00-3:15 pm. | Break |
| 3:15-4:45 p.m. | Getting the Most from FamilySearch.org |
