Genealogy   

The student will be introduced to the basic research charts, how to use them properly, how and where to begin their research, how to organize the results, and how to share their research with others (possible projects). This course is strongly recommended for all students new to genealogy as it provides a base for other genealogy classes offered through this program. This class is by presentation and handouts; no computers or tablets are required.

In this class, students will learn how to start their trees, add and edit their facts, locate new information, add and link media, and print their trees. Students may bring their own fully charged laptop (Windows or Mac), and they must know their FamilySearch.org username and password. Windows computers are available in the lab if needed.

Topics include tips on navigating the website, searching for data, finding the best categories of records, and using any records found. Students may bring their own laptops or tablets to class. Windows laptop computers are available in the lab. Students must know their Ancestry username and password.

This class will examine several ways your DNA and your DNA test results can help to expand your knowledge of DNA, your ancestors, learn more about missing ancestors, and even meet some distant cousins. Topics to be covered include understanding DNA, your DNA test results, sharing your DNA results with other testing companies, linking the results to an online family tree, and identifying which distant cousins might have useful information.

In this workshop students will learn to use the free searchable databases the site offers from locations around the world. Other site features will be covered as well such as the catalog, digitized family and local history books, and the exceptional instructional material the site contains. All students may bring their own laptop to class (Mac or Windows) as this is a hands-on course. Windows computers are available in the lab.