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Beginning Genealogy Basics

C. Lynn Andersen & Kelly R. Summers, AG All-Day 1031C JFSB

Basic Genealogy TBD

Beginner

Get Organized! Take Control of Your Research Projects

Leslie Albrecht Huber 9:45-10:45 2258 CONF

Whether you’re spending a week at an archive or an afternoon at your computer, you can’t be effective without taking time to get organized – before, during, and after your research session.

Beginner

Not Just the Facts Ma’am, Give Me the Big Picture

Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. 11:00–noon 2267 CONF

Individual facts only give bits of a story. But for best results, it is critical to knit those facts into what we call “information”. Knowing where to look for facts is only the first step; knowing how to look at them is the key to success.

Basic Research

All

Dead Men Do Tell Tales

Loretta Evans, AG 1:30–2:30 2267 CONF

When someone dies, a number of records are created — obituaries, sexton records, death certificates, probates, funeral home documents, and even coroner’s reports. These can be invaluable for family historians. Many original documents are available online. The Internet can also help you contact the agencies that created these records.

Basic Research

Beginner

Genealogy Online for the First Time

Laura Best 2:45–3:45 2258 CONF

Learn the basics of research and collection of family history information on the Internet. From search engines, FamilySearch, and Google to Cyndi’s List and the National Archives, learn what is already available on your computer. Learn how to link with others through community trees, message boards, and subscription research sources.

Basic Research

Beginner

Has it all Been Done?

Joseph Shumway 4:00–5:00 2267 CONF

Great-Aunt Maude did not do it all! Even if your LDS heritage extends back many generations, there is still more to do then you may think! This class presents a simple method that can help even beginners document their genealogies and find names for temple work in a rather simple and rewarding way.

Basic Research

Beginner Intermediate

Did Your Ancestors Have an Original Homestead?

Terry Nels Lee 9:45–10:45 2267 CONF

Learn which websites to use and how to use them to get copies of original land patents, to identify and locate homestead land of ancestors, to get GPS coordinates to view topographic maps of the land, to use GP coordinates to view the land using Google Earth, and to get case files of ancestors from the National Archives.

Methodology

All

If Sherlock Holmes Were a Genealogist

Barry J. Ewell 11:00–noon 2258 CONF

Learn the secrets used by Sherlock Holmes and become a first rate genealogist — investigator, researcher, problem-solver, and mystery buster. We will explore the main steps used by Sherlock to solve mysteries which include: 1. Observation 2. Analysis 3. Search 4. Imagination.

Methodology

All

A Tool Chest for Tracing 19th Century Immigrants

Karen Clifford, AG, FUGA 1:30–2:30 2258 CONF

Tracing an immigrant ancestor in the 1800s to the foreign town necessitates a complete name, the date of an event in the “old country,” the name of a relative, and the place of origin. Learn how to find those key items to extend your family further back in time.

Methodology

All

Forensic Genealogy—CSI Meets Roots

Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. 2:45–3:45 2267 CONF

Who? What? When? Where? Are these the words of a genealogist researching his family tree or a forensic scientist solving a mystery? Maybe someone who is both! You will arrive at this talk a genealogist, you will leave a forensic genealogist.

Methodology

All

When a Brick Wall Crumbles onto the Wrong Path — A Case Study

Nancy Waters Lauer 4:00–5:00 2295 CONF

The exuberance felt when a brick wall finally crumbles often causes us to overlook the evidence that may point us in a different direction. This study evaluates the new-found information against the Genealogical Proof Standard and guides us onto a different path for our ancestor. The audience will be asked to assist in determining which family is the correct one.

Methodology

Beginner

Windows on the Past: Dating, Identifying, and Caring for Historic Photographs, Part 1

Diane VanSkiver Gagel, MA 9:45–10:45 2265 CONF

Two Hour workshop: first hour covers dating photograph mediums and preservation; second hour includes dating fashions found in photographs and using technology in sharing photographs.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Windows on the Past: Dating, Identifying, and Caring for Historic Photographs, Part 2

Diane VanSkiver Gagel, MA 11:00–noon 2265 CONF

Two Hour workshop: first hour covers dating photograph mediums and preservation; second hour includes dating fashions found in photographs and using technology in sharing photographs.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

ePublishing

Barbara Renick 1:30–2:30 2254 CONF

Genealogists are motivated to preserve and share their work. Electronic publishing media today include online library catalogs with Web 2.0 user added content, different types of Wikis and Web sites for posting portions of your work, using blogs as research calendars, electronically publishing books online, plus publishing to CDs and DVDs.

Computers & Technology

Intermediate

Tapping into the Crowd: Harnessing Social Networking

Alan E. Mann, AG 2:45–3:45 2254 CONF

Social networking such as Facebook, Genealogy Wise, FamilySearch Research Wiki, WeRelate, Twitter, Linked In, and Digg are increasing in acceptance and usefulness. Learn about tools to help manage and get the most from social networking.

Computers & Technology

All

Capturing the Image: Digital Photography and Scanning for the Genealogist

Barry J. Ewell 4:00–5:00 2258 CONF

Learn the how to effectively use your digital camera and scanner to capture, preserve, catalog, and file digital images for easy access. We will also discuss 10 ways to the use the digital images in your genealogical research and family history.

Computers & Technology

All

So You Think you Know How to Read a Census—How to Do it Right and Avoid Error

Stephen Kent Ehat 9:45–10:45 2260 CONF

A census return is a goldmine of information. It can be used in ways you sometimes cannot now imagine. To use the census productively and to not make mistakes in interpretation, learn some of the hidden clues and historical facts about census taking. You’ll be a better researcher for it.

U.S. Research

All

Deciphering Military Service Records

Dr. Kenneth L. Alford 11:00–noon 2295 CONF

Military records can be a rich source of family history information. This presentation will introduce, explain, and demonstrate how to find and use a wide variety of U.S. military records, including pre-service, service, and post-service records.

U.S. Research

Intermediate

The Petticoat War: Women’s Roles in the Civil War Era

Diane VanSkiver Gagel, MA 1:30–2:30 2295 CONF

This session will cover the various possible activities of our female ancestors in Civil War Era and what resources are available, especially online, to research our fore-mothers during a time of war and social unrest.

U.S. Research

Intermediate

U.S. Naturalization Records

Danielle Batson, AG, MLS 2:45–3:45 2295 CONF

This class will provide a comprehensive look at U.S. Naturalization over time. It will cover naturalization records are the laws that affected them along with a discussion of how the records were created.

U.S. Research

Beginner Intermediate

Follow the Flow: U.S. Probate Research

George Ryskamp, JD, AG 4:00–5:00 2260 CONF

Understanding procedural flow in probate cases can yield unexpected record sources and exciting results.

U.S. Research

Beginner Intermediate

British Imperialist Records

Suzanne Earnshaw 9:45–10:45 2295 CONF

Imperialism took British citizens around the world. Are there records of your ancestors or client-s ancestors among those records? Determine what primary sources from British Imperialism are available in India, Australia, Scotland, and Ireland.

British Isles

Intermediate

What-s New in Irish Family History on the Internet?

David Ouimette, CG 11:00–noon 2260 CONF

The Internet has fundamentally changed Irish family history research. Many family history records and researchers on the Internet are Irish, with new indexes and research groups appearing frequently. This presentation introduces the best Irish genealogy resources on the Internet.

British Isles

Beginner

Church of England Parish Chest Records

Apryl Cox, AG 1:30–2:30 2265 CONF

Church of England responsibilities extended beyond spiritual matters to include such services as caring for the poor, collecting taxes and maintaining highways. This overview will concentrate on perhaps the most useful of the parish chest records for genealogists — those involving social welfare.

British Isles

Intermediate

Irish Land and Property Valuation Records

David Ouimette, CG 2:45–3:45 2265 CONF

Land valuation records are essential tools for Irish family history research. Land records reveal precisely where families lived in Ireland. This lecture describes how to use the best of these records, including the tithe applotment books, Griffith’s Primary Valuation, Irish town land and tenement valuation manuscripts, and the land revision books.

British Isles

Intermediate

British Emigrants and their Records

Cynthia Doxey Green, Ph.D. 4:00–5:00 2265 CONF

We must use good judgment in deciding whether the individuals in the records we find are really our ancestors. The presentation focuses on how to evaluate whether the individuals we find in New FamilySearch should be combined as part of our family, and what that might mean to others.

British Isles

Beginner Intermediate

Who Wants to be a Family History Millionaire?

Ben Bennett 9:45–10:45 2254 CONF

Ever wanted to be a millionaire but just didn’t have the cash? Now you can be a Family History millionaire by sharing what you know and helping millions of others (like you) who care about their ancestors. Learn how to share what you know with the global FamilySearch community (including Research Wiki, Research Forums, Indexing, Discussions, and other communities). As you learn how to help others with these resources, you’ll also learn how to benefit from the community thus making you a Family History millionaire twice over!

FamilySearch

All

Submitting Names for the Temple

Samantha Sulser and Amanda Terry 11:00–noon 2254 CONF

This class will discuss reserving and submitting ordinances in New FamilySearch. Content will include submitting temple vs. family file, re-printing, and un-reserving. What does ‘Ready’ really mean? Why ordinance dates don’t show? What should I submit? What happened to the old submissions? Some records seem ‘stuck’?

FamilySearch

All

To Combine or Not Combine? That is the Question . . . in New FamilySearch

Cynthia Doxey Green, Ph.D. 1:30–2:30 2260 CONF

FamilySearch

Beginner

New FamilySearch Advanced Issues

Cathy Anderegg 2:45–3:45 2260 CONF

Once you have had some experience with New FamilySearch you may want to explore and resolve and issues that might arise. This class will focus on some advanced issues, such as loops, that you might encounter with New FamilySearch.

FamilySearch

Advanced

New FamilySearch Collaborative Techniques (Disputes Out, Discussions In)

Lee Cormier 4:00–5:00 2254 CONF

There have been tremendous advancements in Social Media technology over the last several years. Whenever people collaborate on a common interest they build their relationships and increase quality of information available for others to see. Come see how new FamilySearch is taking the leap into the social media arena and share your thoughts with the designers of the product. (Repeat Thursday)

FamilySearch

Intermediate

Beyond Names and Dates: Uncovering Your Ancestors’ Stories

Leslie Albrecht Huber 9:45–10:45 2267 CONF

Are you ancestors destined to live on only as names and dates on your family charts? No! Dig deeper in the records and learn to place them in their historical context, and you can gain a new and fuller understanding of their lives.

Writing Family History

All

How to Write a Page-Turning (But True) Family History

Leslie Albrecht Huber 11:00–noon 2267 CONF

Tired of reading family histories that put you to sleep after one page? Learn some research and writing techniques that will make your family history a page-turner-without consigning it to the fiction section.

Writing Family History

All

Illustrate Your Family History Using Unusual Sources

Loretta Evans, AG 1:30–2:30 2267 CONF

Illustrating a family history can be difficult if your ancestor left no photographs. Many sources can give you illustrations to improve your story. Copyright law will be discussed, since not everything is free for the taking.

Writing Family History

All

Truth or Fiction? When Family Story Meets Recorded History

Cynthia Doxey Green, Ph.D. 2:45–3:45 2267 CONF

Most families know fascinating stories about the origins and experiences of their ancestors, but are those stories true? The presentation will use example to teach methods for evaluating the truth of family stories. Family stories and historical records will be compared, such as probate, cemetery, land, and census records.

Writing Family History

Beginner Intermediate

Organizing, Editing, and Improving Your Family History for Publication

Lorinda L. Mann 4:00–5:00 2267 CONF

This presentation will demonstrate how to use genealogy management software to organize family information for publishing. We will also show how to edit, rearrange and improve what is produced by the software using a word processor, Internet resources to find clip art, and image editing software.

Writing Family History

Intermediate

Connecting New FamilySearch Ancestors with Utah Records

Russell S. Lynch, AG 9:45–10:45 2260 CONF

Learn how to verify information about Utah families in new FamilySearch using state and local records. Learn how to access digital collections and online indexes of civil records, church records, and newspapers.

FamilySearch Methodology

Beginner Intermediate

Preserving Your Family History Materials Digitally

Gary Wright 11:00–noon 2254 CONF

In this session, we will discuss the challenges and benefits of digital preservation as a means to preserve personal family history materials; explore potential solutions to the challenges; identify what types of family history materials are suitable for digital preservation; and summarize what is required to get started with personal archiving. We will also get a glimpse of how FamilySearch is approaching digital preservation on a massive scale.

FamilySearch Methodology

All

Connecting New FamilySearch Ancestors with Original Records

George Ryskamp, JD, AG 1:30–2:30 2254 CONF

Now that you’ve exhausted the possibilities of finding someone new in New FamilySearch, take the clues offered there to connect with original records and find new ancestral family members.

FamilySearch Methodology

Beginner Intermediate

FamilySearch 2010 and Beyond

Robert Kehrer 2:45–3:45 2260 CONF

FamilySearch is the world’s largest genealogical resource—no small task for a nonprofit organization. Patrons have grown to love its mantra to acquire, preserve, and provide access to more genealogical records faster and more economically. It is a mammoth-sized mission, which means FamilySearch always has a host of initiatives underway simultaneously—which is probably why the most common question patrons ask continually is, “What’s new with FamilySearch?” This session will address what FamilySearch has been doing, describe what’s new, and take a sneak peek into the foreseeable future.

FamilySearch Methodology

All

Tools and Methods for Digitally Capturing Records

Paul Abbott 4:00–5:00 2254 CONF

Learn about tools and methods any family can use for capturing, preserving and sharing digital copies of their family records. We will review some of the latest tool and processes available on the market today.

FamilySearch Methodology

All

Reading Between the Lines: Expanding on a Military Record

Diane VanSkiver Gagel, MA 9:45–10:45 2265 CONF

This lecture outlines the research methodology to recreate a life history of a veteran using the basic information found in military service records. This is especially useful for researching veterans in antebellum America but also can be used in all military veteran research.

Methodology

Intermediate

No Source Stands Alone — Many Records Lead to Grandma: A Case Study in City Research

F. Warren Bittner 11:00–noon 2258 CONF

A case study of an urban family whose records are full of dead ends and “wrong” information. See the Genealogical Proof Standard put into practice.

Methodology

Intermediate

A Different Kind of DNA Talk

Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. 1:30–2:30 2258 CONF

Colleen Fitzpatrick is author of Forensic Genealogy and DNA & Genealogy, two bestsellers about genetic genealogy. Whether you are having trouble spelling DNA, or you are an old hand at genetic genealogy, this talk is for you!

Methodology

All

Collaboration: Past, Present, and Future

Barbara Renick 2:45–3:45 2258 CONF

Genealogists have always struggled to find others who are researching their family trees so they can share and collaborate. This lecture covers resources used in the era before computers, (many of which are still available), the present (cloud computing and the paradigm shift to online trees), and possibilities for future collaboration.

Methodology

All

Finding Family Information and Clues in Cemeteries

Laura Best 4:00–5:00 2265 CONF

Learn the information found in death and cemetery records. Understand the meanings behind the inscriptions found on coffin plates and tombstone inscriptions. Don’t overlook the burial records listing the next of kin and who is buried next to or nearby.

Methodology

All

Ask and Ye Shall Receive: Help Online

Barbara Renick 9:45–10:45 2254 CONF

This lecture covers the evolution of how genealogists get help online, from the early days of the Internet, to the advent of the World Wide Web, to Web 2.0. Places to find three types of wikis, training videos, podcasts, webinars, ask a librarian, and old favorites like RAOGK are reviewed.

Computers & Technology

All

How to Conduct, Record, Edit and Use Oral and Audiovisual Interviews

Barry J. Ewell 11:00–noon 2260 CONF

Learn how to effectively prepare, conduct, record, edit, and use oral and audiovisual interviews. The presentation will also review various recording devices, software, and techniques used to edit and manage digital recordings and files.

Computers & Technology

All

Using State Archives and Local Library Sites Online

Luana Darby 1:30–2:30 2260 CONF

With many state archives and local libraries posting one-of-a-kind information that many times has never been seen outside that institution, the wealth of information available to genealogists is incredible. From actual records to photographs, these digital collections will enrich your genealogical experience and may offer that breakthrough you are looking for!

Computers & Technology

Intermediate Advanced

Learn the Tech to Trace Your Roots

Barry J. Ewell 2:45–3:45 2254 CONF

Learn how to find your ancestors faster with substantially less road blocks, when you see your family in the times and seasons of their generation. During the presentation, we will explore several simple but very effective methods for creating a roadmap that you can follow, update, and change as you research your family.

Computers & Technology

All

From the Heartland—Utilizing Online Resources in Midwest Research

Luana Darby 4:00–5:00 2260 CONF

From Wisconsin to Missouri, many free online resources are available if you know where to look. This class will explore where to find and how to use these resources. Creative techniques for finding future sites will also be discussed.

Computers & Technology

All

Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From

Mary E.V. Hill, MLS, AG 9:45–10:45 2295 CONF

Learn about the major groups that came to the Colonies before the Revolutionary War, where they came from, and sources available to identify them. Who were the Scotch-Irish? What was a Palatine German? How do I find an indentured servant? How about forced immigrants from Africa—about 40% of the total?

U.S. Research

Intermediate

How Did Y’all Find Your Family? Beginning Southern Research

Cynthia Doxey Green, Ph.D. 11:00–noon 2295 CONF

Southern family history research poses challenges for many families. Basic research skills can be enhanced with an understanding of the local history, governments, churches, and other entities that generated records, along with the record repositories to search.

U.S. Research

Beginner

Homesteads in the United States

Sylvia D. Murray, AG 1:30–2:30 2295 CONF

This presentation will cover types of homesteads in the United States, all using the files and records created by homestead applicants at the federal, state, and county levels to trace your family members. Learn how to locate the family homestead using county records and www.glorecords.blm.gov. Also, how to order homestead files from both the state and federal repositories.

U.S. Research

All

Tracking Families Using the Draper Manuscripts

Mary E.V. Hill, MLS, AG 2:45–3:45 2295 CONF

Learn about the manuscript collections of Lyman Draper, which include gleanings from the western Carolinas and Virginia, some portions of Georgia and Alabama, the entire Ohio River valley, and parts of the Mississippi River valley from about 1755 through 1830. Find out how to approach searching this vast collection and the hidden treasures that can be discovered therein.

U.S. Research

Advanced

Great Plains States Overview

Sylvia D. Murray, AG 4:00–5:00 2295 CONF

Research in the Great Plains states of Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas will be covered. Also, locating various resources and determining what information they may contain, state and federal censuses, land records, military records, Internet sites relating to each state, and other unique holdings and their repositories.

U.S. Research

All

Using German Church Records

Baerbel Johnson, AG 9:45–10:45 2258 CONF

This class provides some brief background information on church records. Sample baptism, confirmation, marriage, and burial records of various formats are explained. Students also learn how to locate addresses for parishes and church archives.

International

Beginner

Spain and Latin America Online

George Ryskamp, JD, AG 9:45–10:45 2287 CONF

The archives of Spain and Latin America offer online record sources going back to the Middle Ages; learn how to access these to find your ancestors.

International

Beginner Intermediate

European Civil Registration Records

George Ryskamp, JD, AG 11:00–noon 2265 CONF

It started as a French idea, and the Dutch and Spanish made it better; learn about the many opportunities for expanding a pedigree throughout continental Europe in the 19th century.

International

Beginner Intermediate

Italian Marriage Records, More Than You Think

Ruth Merriman, AG 11:00–noon 2287 CONF

Getting married in Italy has always been an adventure. This class covers the laws affecting marriage (and how some got around them), the treasure chest that is opened when supplemental documentation is provided, and some very interesting gems that have popped out of the treasure chest.

International

Beginner Intermediate

German Research on the Internet: Compiled Town Genealogies and Parish Register Indexes

Baerbel Johnson, AG 1:30–2:30 2265 CONF

Every month, new town genealogies and indexed church records are published on the Internet. Learn how to locate available collections and use them effectively. These records also open up new possibilities for area searches.

International

All

Learn to Read French Church and Civil Records

Heidi Sugden, AG 1:30–2:30 2287 CONF

This course will focus on learning to read French Church and Civil records.

International

Beginner Intermediate

“Vivant Linguae Mortuae!” Understanding Latin in European Church Records

Ruth Merriman, AG 2:45–3:45 2265 CONF

Latin is a dead language — or so they say. It lives on today in every Catholic Church record we read and in many languages still spoken, Romance or otherwise. If you have ancestors who lived in areas where the Romans once ruled — you need this class!

International

Beginner

How to Find French Ancestors Online

Heidi Sugden, AG 2:45–3:45 2287 CONF

This course will focus on finding your French ancestors online.

International

All

Solving German Emigration Problems

Baerbel Johnson, AG 4:00–5:00 2258 CONF

Sometimes it takes “thinking outside the box” to solve tough research problems. In this class several case studies demonstrate innovative use of resources to locate German ancestors’ places of origin.

International

All

Research in Dutch When You Don’t Know Much

George Ryskamp, JD, AG 4:00–5:00 2287 CONF

Basic Dutch research for those who don’t speak Dutch, by an instructor who doesn’t speak it either.

International

Beginner Intermediate

Grandma Lived in Maryland—Research Repositories and Internet Sites

Nancy Waters Lauer 9:45–10:45 2287 CONF

As a primary port of entry for hundreds of immigrants, there is a wealth of information in various Maryland repositories, libraries, and cemeteries. Our ancestors left paper trails that are being electronically uploaded daily. Learn what is available in each repository, what is available electronically, how to access, and where to write for information.

U.S. States

Beginner

New Jersey: In the Middle of Things

Mary E.V. Hill, MLS, AG 11:00–noon 2265 CONF

If your ancestors lived in the Mid-Atlantic States or traveled through them, they very likely spent time in New Jersey. Learn about the early settlement of the area, how land was distributed in East and West Jersey, and how to obtain vital, military, land, and probate records to identify those ancestors.

U.S. States

Intermediate

Central Great Plains States, Kansas and Nebraska

Sylvia D. Murray, AG 1:30–2:30 2287 CONF

Follow the transition from Indian lands to homesteads and the records created; also the effect of the Civil War, droughts, railroads and cattle drives.

U.S. States

All

New York State Research

Danielle Batson, AG 2:45–3:45 2287 CONF

This class discusses genealogical records used to substitute for the lack of vital records in New York State.

U.S. States

Intermediate

Genealogical Keys to the Keystone State (Pennsylvania)

Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA 4:00–5:00 2267 CONF

Be they German, Scotch-Irish, Welsh or English, Pennsylvania ancestors are not as hard to find as you think. These 10 keys to Pennsylvania research, including published sources, manuscript collections and other tools, will help you locate where your ancestors lived, learn what others have found, and discover new information.

U.S. States

Beginner Intermediate

Destination Canada

David Obee 9:45–10:45 2258 CONF

More than seven million people arrived in Canada from Europe, the United States and Asia between 1815 and 1930. This session deals with the wide variety of sources that deal with immigration to Canada, including ship passenger lists (available from 1865 through 1935), border crossing records, and naturalization and citizenship documents. Many of these sources have been indexed and placed online, making it possible to access them quickly and easily. It pays to know, however, the scope and limitations of those Internet resources, and how to obtain information from other sources. Includes a list of Web sites to use. Dave is the author of the book Destination Canada.

Canada

All

Discovering Your French-Canadian Heritage

David Ouimette, CG 11:00–noon 2267 CONF

Tracing your ancestry in Quebec has never been easier! And you don’t even need to speak French. You can reasonably expect to trace any ancestral line back to the immigrant ancestor, possibly even into France. This presentation summarizes the best records and research principles for French-Canadian family history.

Canada

Beginner

Mining the Canadian Census

David Obee 1:30–2:30 2258 CONF

Canadian census records are a tremendous source of genealogical information. Although the first nominal enumerations were done in the French colonies in 1666 and 1667, the most useful census returns date from 1851 through 1916. They provide snapshots of the population every five or ten years, and make it easier to sort out family units and relationships. To be most effective, a genealogist will need to understand the scope and limitations of the census, and to know which supporting documents will enhance the information found in the returns. This session includes a summary of finding aids and indexes.

Canada

Beginner

Loyalist Research: Background, Resources, Strategies

Stephen C. Young 2:45–3:45 2267 CONF

The United Empire Loyalists (UELs) were those Americans who stayed loyal to and fought for King George III in the Revolutionary War. Records exist for these people in the U.S., Canada and Britain., although no one index of all Loyalists exists. This presentation will explain Loyalist history, resources and research strategies for finding these ancestors.

Canada

Beginner

Canadian Genealogy on the Internet

David Obee 4:00–5:00 2258 CONF

Canada has hundreds of Web sites of prime value to genealogists, but it is important to know which ones will give the most value for the time you will invest. Which sites to use? That will depend on which of the 13 provinces and territories your family called home. There are several sources that should be checked by everyone, but some of the best finds will be in the regional or local Internet ones. This session will quickly guide you to the top sites, where it will be possible for you to make good progress on your Canadian lines.

Canada

Intermediate

Inherited Aunt Blanche’s Records: Sort, De-junk, and Save the Family’s Jewels

Jean Naisbitt 9:45–10:45 2267 CONF

Aunt Blanche gave you her records. Now what? Journals, histories, photos, research papers—Feel overwhelmed? Learn how to sort through files and decide what is of worth and what can be tossed. Let technology free up space and make it easy to share and lighten your load.

Methodology

Beginner Intermediate

What Could Have Happened: Creating and Proving Hypotheses to Solve Tough Problems

Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA 11:00–noon 2258 CONF

One tool of advanced researchers is the well-developed hypothesis, which serves as a starting point for detailed research that can often prove relationships not apparent in standard sources. Learn how to effectively use this approach for your “brick-wall” problems.

Methodology

Intermediate

Eight Ways to Cross the Ocean

Leslie Albrecht Huber 1:30–2:30 2267 CONF

To take the leap across the ocean to find your European ancestors, you need one key piece of information: the name of their hometown. But locating it can be tricky. Learn about eight types of records that might solve your mystery.

Methodology

Intermediate

Secret Tools for Descendancy Research—Why and How to Do It

Stephen Kent Ehat 2:45–3:45 2258 CONF

Discover hidden tools for conducting descendancy research. Learn how descendancy research helps in learning about your ancestry in ways you previously have not known. Enrich your research experience by learning what can only be learned through descendancy research.

Methodology

All

The Unknown Child on the Titanic—Identified!... Identified!?

Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. 4:00–5:00 2287 CONF

The Unknown Child on the Titanic was initially DNA identified as 13-month-old Eino Panula. But was this correct? We were able to resolve the controversy surrounding the child’s identity to honor 19-month-old Sidney Leslie Goodwin as the child who for almost a century had been known only to God Himself.

Methodology

All

Preserving Your Family History: A Practical Mini-Course, Part 1

Curt B. Witcher 9:45–10:45 2260 CONF

This presentation is designed to be a two-hour or two session (back-to-back) presentation. I feel having both parts presented back-to-back is important. Too often individuals are led to believe the one presentation is more important, almost to the exclusion of the other. However, both preservation and creation (as a form of preservation) are essential. In the first hour, very specific information will be provided about, and specific examples given for, how to clean, repair, and preserve textual documents. This hour provides a strong foundation for beginning to handle and care for nearly any type of document or physical material. Many real-life examples and situations will be explored. The basics of caring for digital data also will be explored. While I don’t go into tremendous depth, some key elements of digital capture and storage are provided that will serve most very well.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Preserving Your Family History: A Practical Mini-Course, Part 2

Curt B. Witcher 11:00–noon 2260 CONF

The second hour is devoted to beginning the capture of living memory through interviewing, recording, and writing. Techniques for overcoming writer’s block, gleaning details from everyday life experiences, and making family facts become family history through recording stories, will be provided. A couple of short exercises will be done in the session.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Humor, Drama, Suspense: Capture it all with Microsoft® PowerPoint

Nancy Waters Lauer 1:30–2:30 2254 CONF

Bring your presentations to life with the power of Microsoft® PowerPoint. PowerPoint is a sophisticated presentation graphics program, which provides all of the necessary tools for creating a high-quality, visually pleasing presentation. Learn how to use objects, graphics, animation, and voice narration to create dynamic slide shows for family reunions, lectures, or just your pleasure.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Techniques for Searching Library Catalogs Online

Barbara Renick 2:45–3:45 2260 CONF

It seems as if every online library catalog is different. Sometimes there are even multiple catalogs for the same library. This lecture includes techniques for finding and searching both meta catalogs and individual online catalogs for a selection of libraries of particular interest to genealogists.

Computers & Technology

All

Search Engines: Getting More from Google and Using More than Google

Alan E. Mann, AG 4:00–5:00 2254 CONF

Beginners will get a quick look at and techniques for successful searching on Internet search engines. More advanced users will see the benefits of Ask, Live, Yahoo, and specialized search engines.

Computers & Technology

Intermediate

Beginning Scandinavian Research

Jennifer P. Hansen, AG 9:45–10:45 2265 CONF

Successful research in Scandinavian records requires an understanding of the culture and events affecting our ancestors. This lecture presents tools to help focus research on one unique family group within the sea of patronymics. The major record groups used in Scandinavian research will also be introduced.

Scandinavian

Beginner

Scandinavia—Unique Record Sources

Ruth Maness, AG 11:00–noon 2287 CONF

All the Scandinavian countries have record sources outside of parish registers that are unique to them. This class will explore each country’s records, and show how they can be used to solve research problems and help build your family tree.

Scandinavian

All

Which Hans Jensen is Mine? Navigating Patronymics in Scandinavian Research

Jennifer P. Hansen, AG 1:30–2:30 2265 CONF

The majority of ancestral Scandinavians shared a small number of given names and surnames. Following ancestors without becoming mixed up in the patronymic pot can be a challenge. This class will provide guidance for focusing on your ancestor and eliminating other possible family lines.

Scandinavian

Intermediate

The Chicken Walked Here: Learning to Read Germanic and Scandinavian Gothic Script

Ruth Maness, AG 2:45–3:45 2265 CONF

“Copy machines” in the 15, 16, 17, 18 and perhaps even the early 1900s consisted of a human armed with a feathered quill pen and homemade ink. Want to learn how to read what they wrote? Come to class and we’ll give you the principles and procedures for learning to read the writing style they used, PLUS practicum (practice)!

Scandinavian

All

Scandinavian Church Records

Jennifer P. Hansen, AG 4:00–5:00 2265 CONF

Church records are the backbone of Scandinavian research. Once a parish of origin has been determined, these records provide the majority of the information needed to extend the pedigree of one’s family. This lecture will discuss the information found in church records, as well as record accessibility and reading handwriting.

Scandinavian

Beginner Intermediate

Using the Censuses of England, Wales and Scotland on Ancestry

Echo King, AG 9:45–10:45 2295 CONF

Get more out of your searches at Ancestry.com. Discover tips on how to get the most out of the index and images in the UK Census collection, covering everything from search tips to saving or sharing the image once you’ve found it.

British Isles

All

England’s Pre-1858 Probate Records

Apryl Cox, AG 11:00–noon 2295 CONF

Probate records are an important source for tying family members together. But maneuvering through England’s pre-1858 hierarchical ecclesiastical court system can be daunting. This class focuses on how to determine which courts to search and where to find printed, filmed and online probate indexes and documents.

British Isles

Intermediate

Apprenticeship—Becoming a Craftsman, Tradesman, Freeman

Denise Mortorff 1:30–2:30 2295 CONF

This class will cover the story of becoming craftsmen, tradesmen, and freemen by studying the apprenticeship process, records and what difference their use can make in studying family history. Comparison of how this occurred at the City of London and organizations outside of London to the borough level will be examined. Implications for bridging ancestry “across the water” will be addressed. Additional resources will be covered.

British Isles

Intermediate

English Research: A Beginner’s Guide

Anne Wuehler, AG 2:45–3:45 2295 CONF

Are you starting a search for your English ancestors? Do you need help to know where to begin and where to start? Come learn about records available in the 1800s, what genealogical information they provide, and a strategy on how to begin your search.

British Isles

Beginner

The Quest for Your English Ancestors

Claire V. Brisson-Banks, AG 4:00–5:00 2295 CONF

English civil registrations, parish and census records make doing research back to 1837 feasible. Pre-1837 requires more skill and knowledge of the little-known resources that can bring you back to the 1600s and beyond. Internet resources aid in this research greatly, and knowing which sites are best is the key.

British Isles

Advanced

Helping You Give So You Can Receive: The FamilySearch Community

Alan E. Mann, AG 9:45–10:45 2254 CONF

FamilySearch is more than record search and a family tree. This session looks at Research Wiki, forums, and places for records, learning, partnering, and improving your research skills.

FamilySearch

Beginner

The Harvest Within—Building Community Trees

David S. Barss, AG 11:00–noon 2254 CONF

This class is focused on societies, organizations, and individuals who want to significantly improve access to their own holdings and involve members in a meaningful research effort that far exceeds what simple indexing can do. The benefits, tools, methodologies, and processes for lineage-linked extraction and family reconstitution will be identified and demonstrated.

FamilySearch

Beginner Intermediate

Submitting Names for the Temple (Repeat)

Samantha Sulser and Amanda Terry 1:30–2:30 2260 CONF

This class will discuss reserving and submitting ordinances in New FamilySearch. Content will include submitting temple vs. family file, re-printing, and un-reserving. What does “Ready” really mean? Why don’t ordinance dates show? What should I submit? What happened to the old submissions? Why do some records seem “stuck”?

FamilySearch

All

New FamilySearch Collaborative Techniques (Disputes Out, Discussion In) (Repeat)

Lee Cormier 2:45–3:45 2254 CONF

There have been tremendous advancements in social media technology over the last several years. Whenever people collaborate on a common interest they build their relationships and increase quality of information available for others to see. Come see how New FamilySearch is taking the leap into the social media arena and share your thoughts with the designers of the product.

FamilySearch

Intermediate

Question and Answer Panel on New FamilySearch

Lee Cormier, Tim Cross and Ron Tanner 4:00–5:00 2260 CONF

A panel discussion on New FamilySearch.

FamilySearch

All

Civil War Research

David Dilts, AG 8:30–9:30 2265 CONF

Discusses the value of military records to genealogists, Union and Confederate service records, pension records, unit histories, and old soldier home records.

U.S. States

All

Electronic Passenger Lists: Promises and Pitfalls

Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA 9:45–10:45 2254 CONF

As a nation of immigrants, we are fortunate that lists for most of the 50+ million immigrants survive. An increasing number are available in electronic format for easy searching. But learning what’s available and how to maximize your search can be a challenge. Learn how to use these records successfully.

U.S. States

Intermediate

The Papers Before the Records: Exploring Old Northwest Territory Sources

Curt B. Witcher 11:00–noon 2260 CONF

This presentation will provide an overview of sources available for researching frontier ancestors in the territorial period for Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Emphasis will be given to the types of documents available, accessing those documents, and evaluating the data the documents provide.

U.S. States

Beginner Intermediate

State Census Records—A Hidden Resource

Luana Darby 1:30–2:30 2260 CONF

Census records are an important part of U.S. 19th and 20th century genealogical research. State censuses can enhance what is found in federal records and often provide greater insights to an individual. Find out where to locate them for free and how they can help in your research.

U.S. States

All

New England Research

Claire V. Brisson-Banks, AG 2:45–3:45 2265 CONF

Origin estimates for North America state than more than a quarter of all Americans have some New England ancestry. Consequently there are more original records preserved on microfilm and print for this one area. Review each state’s genealogical assets and weed through all types of resources including the Family History Library and the Internet.

U.S. States

All

Getting to Know ICAPGen

Kelly R. Summers, AG 8:30–9:30 2267 CONF

The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists, internationally recognized as ICAPGen, is a professional credentialing organization dedicated to testing an individual’s competence in genealogical research. The mission of ICAPGen is to advance family history/genealogy work around the world by accrediting and promoting genealogy professionals who are competent, ethical, and reliable, and to work to promote the preservation of genealogical materials.

ICAPGen

All

Working With Documents and Citing Sources

Kelly R. Summers, AG 9:45–10:45 2267 CONF

Genealogists regularly work with original documents. In this class we will learn about transcribing, abstracting, extracting and correctly citing documents.

ICAPGen

Intermediate

Evidence Analysis

Linda K. Turner, AG 11:00–noon 2258 CONF

Effective analysis of evidence can resolve difficult research problems or at least “open new doors” for future research. Learn about evidence types and techniques that can be applied with success in your research work.

ICAPGen

Intermediate Advanced

Pedigree Analysis

Apryl Cox, AG 1:30–2:30 2267 CONF

Competent pedigree analysis skills are necessary to develop efficient and effective research plans. This skill-building class uses sample pedigree problems as the basis for class discussion and learning.

ICAPGen

Intermediate

Writing a Quality Research Report

Tristan L. Tolman, AG 2:45–3:45 2267 CONF

Whether you’re doing research for yourself or for clients, writing research reports will help you become a better genealogist. Learn techniques that will showcase your researching and writing talents.

ICAPGen

Intermediate

Your Ancestor Was�Occupations of Our Ancestors

Nancy Waters Lauer 8:30–9:30 2260 CONF

Ancestral occupations give clues to who our ancestors were, how they lived, and where they lived, and give them identity, individuality, and personality. Explore the various resources available to add another dimension to your genealogical research.

Methodology

Beginner

Back-Door Research Breaks Through Brick Walls

Stephen Kent Ehat 9:45–10:45 2265 CONF

You have hit a brick wall. What do you do? You perform research on others, such as neighbors and those named in records in reasonably close proximity to the names of your relatives. This type of research helps you break through brick walls. Learn how to do it. Be amazed!

Methodology

All

It’s Easier Than You Think: Correctly Citing Your Sources

Diane VanSkiver Gagel, MA 11:00–noon 2265 CONF

This lecture/workshop will cover the basics on how to cite genealogical sources, both real and online, as well as compiling a bibliography for an article or family history book.

Methodology

Intermediate

Understanding and Researching Illegitimacy: A Case Study

F. Warren Bittner 1:30–2:30 2265 CONF

Understand illegitimacy in historical context. Follow a couple with three illegitimate children born during a 10-year wait for marriage. You’ll be surprised to learn what happened.

Methodology

Intermediate

Research Logs: The Most Important Tool for Organizing Your Research

David Dilts, AG 2:45–3:45 2260 CONF

Learn why logs are so important, their value showing negative evidence, and practical advice for the mechanics of making them work for you.

Methodology

All

U.S. Vital Records Online

Loretta Evans, AG 8:30–9:30 2258 CONF

More and more vital records are available online. Some sites only have indexes, but scanned copies of the actual certificates are posted by government and private agencies.

Computers & Technology

All

Read All About It—A Guide to Newspapers Online

Luana Darby 9:45–10:45 2258 CONF

Old newspapers reveal much more about our ancestors than just vital statistics. They provide a picture of their daily lives and add dimension to their stories. As more newspaper collections become digitally available online, we need to be able to know how to locate and use them. Learn more about the U.S. Newspaper Program and many other exciting places to find these treasures.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Demystifying Microsoft® Excel

Nancy Waters Lauer 11:00–noon 2267 CONF

Use Microsoft® Excel to manage research logs, land records, census records, wills, and deeds, etc. Learn how to use features such as sorting and filtering to save time, rework, and efficiency. Nancy Waters Lauer

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Connecting With Cousins: Using the Internet to Locate Distant Relatives and Collaborate with Cousins

Yvonne Curry 1:30–2:30 2258 CONF

Locating and collaborating with “cousins” can help move your research forward and find precious family resources such as pictures and family Bible pages. This class will discuss 21st century resources, such as mailing lists, message boards, blogs, wikis, etc., that can aid you in making contact with distant relatives.

Computers & Technology

All

Internet Solutions to Mid-South States Research Problems

C. Lynn Andersen 2:45–3:45 2258 CONF

This class will explore Internet sites that have records from the mid-South states of Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Computers & Technology

Beginner Intermediate

Baltic Research

Kahlile Mehr, MA, MLS, AG 8:30–9:30 2287 CONF

Understand the historical context for Baltic research and become acquainted with the best sources for genealogical research, the arrangement of records in an archive, and options to acquire information from the sources.

International

Beginner Intermediate

Russian Empire Genealogy Primer

Kahlile Mehr, MA, MLS, AG 9:45–10:45 2287 CONF

Understand the historical context for Russian Empire genealogy. Become acquainted with the best sources for genealogical research, the arrangement of records in an archive, and options to acquire information from the sources, identify and use archival collections, and use the Internet to help do research.

International

Beginner Intermediate

Polish Gazetteers and Maps Online

Kahlile Mehr, MA, MLS, AG 11:00–noon 2287 CONF

Learn how to locate and use gazetteers and maps to locate ancestral places and the jurisdictions to which they belonged as the first step to finding and accessing genealogical records.

International

Beginner Intermediate

Italian Research on the Internet

Ruth Merriman, AG 1:30–2:30 2287 CONF

As interest in Family History grows in Italy, more Web sites are appearing to add to the ever-growing number of Web sites in the U.S. This class will explore Web sites that will help identify place of origin, research methodology, and understanding the records whether in Italian or Latin.

International

Beginner

Learning to Read Spanish Documents

Ismael Orrantia 2:45–3:45 2287 CONF

The purpose of this class is to help attendees learn how these documents are organized and the different types of handwriting.

International

Intermediate

Ecclesiastical Jurisdictions and Probate Records

Denise Mortorff 8:30–9:30 2295 CONF

Early probate records in England can be found in ecclesiastical records. Learn about ecclesiastical jurisdictions—their history and role in the administration of probate, how they are organized, how to know where to look for records, and the most useful reference sources to consult.

British Isles

Intermediate

Very Basic Latin for Genealogists

Apryl Cox, AG 9:45–10:45 2295 CONF

Reading christening, marriage and burial records in Latin may be easier than you think. During this class you will learn names, dates, and basic vocabulary that will enable you to read basic Latin church records.

British Isles

Beginner

Scottish Highlanders

Claire V. Brisson-Banks, AG 11:00–noon 2295 CONF

The highlanders are a mixture of the Picts, Gaels, and Scandinavians who underwent tremendous persecution on multiple levels which lead to a massive exodus of the country making ancestral research a daunting but not impossible task. Putting this into perspective along with discovering which records are available can improve the odds of success

British Isles

Intermediate

English Court Records Before 1750

Anne Wuehler, AG 1:30–2:30 2295 CONF

This class focuses on manor, quarter session and assize court records, explaining the content of each and where to go to learn more about them.

British Isles

Intermediate Advanced

A Look at English Research on the Internet

Alan E. Mann, AG 2:45–3:45 2254 CONF

Many new sites, many of which charge a fee, are available for English family history. This session takes a brief look at many of the major websites for English research and the advantages and disadvantages of each. The class provides a basis for deciding which of the sites to purchase with a limited budget. It also reviews the basics for free English web sites.

British Isles

Beginner Intermediate

Consultants and Tools to Work with FamilySearch

Tara Bergeson 8:30–9:30 2254 CONF

In this session you will learn about new and exciting research tools and resources that have been developed to help answer questions and provide up-to-date information on how to find ancestors. You will hear real-life examples of how using the tools and resources will help you in finding your ancestors.

FamilySearch

All

FamilySearch Indexing

Scott Flinders 9:45–10:45 2260 CONF

In this session, we will discuss the vital role indexing plays in providing searchable access to the growing collection of digitized genealogical records and the contribution FamilySearch Indexing is making in this great effort. Attendees will learn what indexing is, why it’s important and how it is done. They will also learn how to participate in FamilySearch Indexing and promote it in their community.

FamilySearch

All

New FamilySearch Tips, Tricks, and Resources

Samantha Sulser and Amanda Terry 11:00–noon 2254 CONF

This class will discuss various aspects of working with New FamilySearch including: Help Center, collaboration, GEDCOMs, combining/separating records, common mistakes to avoid, and more. Additional resources for both Church members and Family History consultants will be discussed so that participants are better prepared to successfully navigate New FamilySearch.

FamilySearch

All

FamilySearch’s Development Community

Tim Cross 1:30–2:30 2254 CONF

This session will deal with the many nuances that need to work together in order for a successful synergy of products—from FamilySearch and affiliates. You will see fabulous examples of how that synergy creates superior experiences for patrons, and take a glimpse into the future of cooperative programming.

FamilySearch

All

Community Indexing

Bill Mangum 2:45–3:45 2295 CONF

The Genealogical Community has come together and is indexing 1 million names a day from historical records that you can search to find evidence of your ancestors. We will explore how FamilySearch Indexing works and how it makes more free records available faster. FamilySearch is not doing this alone; we will talk about the partners and how they help make indexes and images available. We will show how you can volunteer and use the results to further your Family History work.

FamilySearch

All