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Using the Internet for Genealogy and Family History This course is for budding genealogists who are interested in researching their family history, using the internet and would like some guidance to what can be found online and how. The course aims to provide students with the knowledge and the confidence to use the internet to research their own family history. Course length 6 hours - 2 sessions of 3 hours duration Saturday 10th October 9.30 am - 12.30 pm - part one Saturday 17th October 9.30 am - 12.30 pm - part two The course fee will be £60 and will include refreshments. Objectives Use the free websites to search family members Understand what is available online Understand about the census process Develop ways to find elusive family members How to get organised and be logical Where to go when the internet can’t help Session 1 Saturday 10th October 2009 9.30am - 12.30 pm Organising your information and developing research techniques Using the free sites and different search techniques Searching the internet for information, images and maps Understanding the National Archives Session 2 Saturday 17th October 2009 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Using the Directories and mailing list Genes reunited and other secondary information Records office and Family history groups Military history Subscription and paying sites - which one to choose Previous knowledge/qualifications required by the student Knowledge of Windows XP or Windows Vista and basic internet skills would be desirable but not necessary. Useful preparation before the course If possible find at least one relative who was born before 1901 that you would like to find out more about - please bring their details with you! The course will be presented by Sue Phillips of Learning and Knowledge. The aim of Sue’s company is “to take the confusion out of using computers, helping you get the most from technology in everyday life”. Click here for Location, directions and map Booking Please contact Lindsey Neve on 023 80456422 |
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