What makes you, you? Have you always wanted to know if that family story was true? Researching your family is a fun and often addictive hobby but where do you start? We will begin by looking at organisation prior to and after beginning your research and where and how to start researching your family. In addition, we’ll investigate software and technology and the best way to save and share the information you find, as well as, documenting your sources. There will be time for questions throughout the session.

Course Outline:

• Some organisation tips before you start researching
• How to begin researching your ancestors
• Options for saving your research
• How to use sources and citations to document your research

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding the basics for tracing ancestors
• Organisation of your research
• Software and technology options for family history
• How to correctly document research using sources and citations

What to bring:

• Pen and notepad
• Any research you have done, as well as any brick walls and questions.