Mastering FamilySearch.org

A Special Interest Group (SIG) for Your Genealogical Society

 
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Is your society looking to start a SIG?

Are you short on time to create a SIG or not sure where to start or what to include?

Are you looking for something new and exciting for your group to do?

My “Mastering FamilySearch.org” class offers 8 complete engaging sessions that include instruction and practice exercises on how to search for your ancestors more effectively and efficiently on FamilySearch.org. Everything you need to have a successful SIG is included. Just gather your group, pick a time and date, and GO!

What is included with the class?

The FamilySearch.org class includes:

  • 8 self-paced lessons teaching you the “ins” and “outs” of FamilySearch.org and how to efficiently search the site

  • Challenging and creative scavenger hunt questions

  • Instructional videos explaining each concept

  • A supportive learning environment

  • Expert advice, strategies and skills

  • Ability to ask questions to clarify a concept

  • A custom research log to help you organize your searches

  • Instructions on how to structure this class to your society’s needs

What will your group learn?

  • The 8+ different ways to search FamilySearch.org that will lead to family records, elusive ancestors, and historically rich resources.

  • How to go beyond the basic search function of FamilySearch.org and delve deep into the online records and find ancestors in records that will NOT show up in search results or hints.

  • How to save time and improve search skills on not only FamilySearch.org, but also on Ancestry.com.

  • The amazing things FamilySearch.org has to offer to preserve a family's legacy.

  • All of these valuable skills are taught through a fun and challenging scavenger hunt!

How will your group benefit?

When groups take this class together, a whole new learning experience takes place! Conversations are started, knowledge is shared and friendships are strengthened.

Members work together to answer the scavenger hunt questions, reinforce important class concepts and also share their own successful search strategies. Overall, creating a circle of learners and teachers.

And what better way to spend extra time right now than growing your family tree with friends and fellow researchers?

What are people saying about the class?

“Great course!! I learned how to use Family Search more thoroughly and got new ideas for researching my family. The material is clear and concise, and the exercises are challenging and get you thinking. I recommend this course to people who are just beginning their research and people who have been at it for ages.
-Roberta, Coral Gables, FL”
“It was a fun and interesting approach to learning, one that forces you to get your hands dirty and find things for yourself. It helped me tremendously to learn the concepts!
-Michele, Grand Rapids, MI”