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Course image Methodology - Part 1: Getting Started
Basic Methodology
ME-101: Methodology - Part 1: Getting Started
Course Summary:

Optional Print Course Material - Methodology 1 - Getting Started

*Course materials will only be sent to students who are registered in the course.

Optional Supplies: 9 Generation Pedigree Chart 

This introductory course tackles the common questions: “Why trace our ancestors?”, “How far back can I go?” and “How do I proceed after I’ve talked to my family?” Participants will immediately start filling in their Family Group Record (or Individual Family Form) and their Pedigree Chart(or Ancestral Chart).


Contact Hours: 18
Grading Scale: 70% Tests/30% Assignments
Course Length: 7 weeks
COURSE CONTENT

MODULE 1
Introduction to Genealogy
What Genealogy Means
Why would you want to trace your ancestors?
How far back can you go?
What to Do Before You Start Your Research
Construct a Miniature Tree
Privacy and GDPR
Recording Your Information

MODULE 2
First Steps in Genealogy Research
Websites
The Family Group Record
How to Begin the Research Stage
What sources does your family have?
Finding Living Relatives: A Resource Not to be Missed

MODULE 3
Researching
Websites
Research Objectives
The Sources We Use
Types of Information

MODULE 4
Confusing Situations
Meaning of Words
Surnames
Changes in Boundaries
Changes in the Calendars

MODULE 5
Repositories
Websites
What Outside Repositories To Contact
Genealogical & Historical Associations
Archives
Public & Provincial/State Libraries
Newspapers
Indexes of Various Data
Periodicals, Magazines & Newsletters from Genealogical
Associations

MODULE 6
Case Study
OUTSIDE REPOSITORIES TO CONTACT
Private Libraries & Associations
Family History Centers
Churches & Religious Records
Cemeteries
Advice
Transcription of Documents
A Basic Genealogical Research Plan