This course offers a comprehensive introduction to building a family tree and exploring family history. Participants will learn key techniques for tracing genealogical information, such as researching records, organizing data, conducting interviews, analyzing documents, and presenting findings clearly. The course also covers the use of online databases and genealogical tools, and provides guidance on locating historical details including dates, locations, and significant ancestral events.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Identify individual members within the student's family tree.
2. Utilize available tools and options on FamilySearch or Ancestry platforms.
3. Generate a fan chart to display seven generations of the family tree.
4. Locate a specific ancestor using FamilySearch or Ancestry databases.
5. Input names, dates, and locations associated with an ancestor.
6. Document personal memories or stories related to an ancestor.
7. Attach a verifiable source to an ancestor's record.
8. Utilize record hints to obtain additional information about an ancestor.