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Whether you’ve seen an advert for a major genealogical website and wondered what riches a subscription might reveal, you have a box of paperwork, passed down through generations, that deserves real attention, or your understanding of your family history is limited, there’s no denying the pull of the past. Where did I come from? And what does it say about me?
In this highly informative masterclass with Tahitia McCabe, the head of the University of Strathclyde’s Institute for Genealogical Studies, you’ll be invited to embark on a journey of discovery through your family’s history.
This class has been designed to provide you with the knowledge and essential tools to conduct your research thoroughly, accurately and efficiently, which means you’ll learn how to follow best practice and identify common mistakes, and navigate the process with confidence.
Among other things, you will explore ways to decipher old handwriting and what to look for in historical documents, and how to capture, organise and preserve your results. You will also engage in interactive exercises and explore real-life case studies to apply to your knowledge practically.
This course is for …
Absolutely anyone who is interested in both discovering more about their family history, and immortalising it into a family tree
People who are only just beginning to think about embarking on this journey are as welcome as those who are further along in their research
Course content
Where to begin with your family history research
The ethics of research, from DNA testing and facing challenging findings, to sharing the results
Your research roadmap
How to analyse records
The importance of referencing
Tools for capturing data and sharing findings – both online and physical
Genealogy records and where to find them
The pros and cons of the major genealogy databases
A case study for getting started
Tutor profile
Tahitia McCabe is the head of the Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies at the University of Strathclyde. She holds an MLS from Syracuse University, and her research interests include immigration, and American and British genealogy. She is currently a PhD candidate working on a study of Americans residing in Scotland between 1850 and 1900.
Details
Date: Saturday 19 August 2023
Time: 2pm- 5.30pm (BST)
Price: £149 (plus £7.39 booking fee)
A catch up recording will be shared after the class and will be available for two weeks.
This masterclass is available globally. See this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.
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