Layton FamilySearch Center/Classes
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FamilySearch Core Classes
• Introduction to FamilySearch
• Home Page
• Person Page
• Record Hints & Sources
• Search Historical Records
• How to Attach Memories
• Descendancy Research
• Editing & Fixing Relationships
• Merging Duplicates
Classes
The Layton FamilySearch Center offers many basic and advanced classes to help you with your family history work. No reservations are required to attend any of our classes. You can view the schedule of classes - by date or by class title - at the links below. You can also scroll down to the class categories to see more information about each of the classes. We also have the options for you to access the BYU Family History Virtual Classes and Webinars library or to reserve one of our classrooms for your group with your own instructor.
Beginning Classes
Introduction to FamilySearch
- FamilySearch is a free genealogy program that allows access to “billions of ancestor profiles, photographs, and historical records."
- You will learn about:
- Landing Page resources
- How to sign up for a free account
- How to access and add to the Family Tree
- Navigation strategies and tips to use throughout the program
- What resources FamilySearch has to offer (site map)
- How to access the Layton FamilySearch Center website and services
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Home Page
- From the FamilySearch home page, access menus for: Family Tree, Search, Memories, Get Involved, and Activities.
- Learn:
- How to return to Home Page from anywhere in the program
- Navigation techniques to access Home Page menu items
- How to update your account, handle notifications, and message others
- How to access the HELP menu and change the preferred language
- How to access Record Hints, Family Groups, recently viewed people, and more!
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Person Page
- Every person added to the Family Tree has a unique PID (Personal Identification) number and their own Person Page. Learn how to get to a Person Page from multiple places in Family Tree. From the Person Page:
- Check your relationship with the selected person
- View an Overview (Discovery page) about the person
- Check details - including vital statistics and family relationships
- Review and add Sources and Memories
- View a timeline with accompanying map
- Access FamilySearch partner sites for researching more information
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Making Gifts & Games Using FamilySearch
- Ideas for gifts, games, and fun using FamilySearch and other sites.
- Ancestor games to use for family reunions and parties.
- Ancestor gifts to give for birthdays, Christmas, or other occasions.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Mobile Apps
- We recommend that you have the Family Tree, Memories, and Get Involved apps downloaded on your device before coming to class. Please make sure you have a free account to FamilySearch.
- Come learn how to:
- Access pedigree charts
- Complete Tasks
- Search Historical Records
- Access Relatives Around Me
- Create or connect with Family Groups
- Add Memories - photos, documents, stories, and audio
- Find Names to Review
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Intermediate Classes
Record Hints & Sources
- Where do Record Hints come from? Discover where you can find Record Hints, how to decide if they match your ancestor, and how to add them as sources in FamilySearch.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Ancestry--Basic Research
- Develop a research strategy for gathering and analyzing information from the US Federal Population Census in addition to other databases in Ancestry’s Card Catalog. Discuss how you can find and use information from Public Member Trees. BRING YOUR ANCESTRY.COM USERNAME & PASSWORD
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Editing & Fixing Relationships
- In this class you will learn strategies and tips on how to:
- Form a plan of action to correct relationship errors
- Edit a couple relationship
- Edit a child and parent relationship
- Use the FamilySearch “HELP” menu to get answers to relationship questions
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Merging Duplicates
- What are duplicates? What is merging? How does it work? These are questions that will be answered in this class. Identify duplicates - where they can be found, and how to verify that they are the same person. Use the Merge Tool and correct procedures to merge duplicates.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
RecordSeek
- What is Recordseek and how can you access it? Learn the process of using Recordseek (free download) to help you add sources to FamilySearch from sites outside of FamilySearch.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
How to Attach Memories
Memories I: Adding Photos, Documents, and Stories
- We offer two classes to learn about adding photos, documents, stories and audio in FamilySearch. Memories I focuses on adding photos, documents and stories. Memories II focuses on adding photos, audio and albums.
- Learn to upload all kinds of memories to your FamilySearch account & attach them to your ancestors.
Additional Resources from The Family History Guide
To view RootsTech video Click here.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Memories II: Create Albums, Add Audio & More
- We offer two classes to learn about adding photos, documents, stories and audio in FamilySearch. Memories I focuses on adding photos, documents and stories. Memories II focuses on adding photos, audio and albums.
- Learn to upload all kinds of memories to your FamilySearch account & attach them to your ancestors.
Additional Resources from The Family History Guide
To view RootsTech video Click here.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Research Classes
Beginning German Research Parts 1 and 2
Descendancy Research
- Find out what descendancy research is and learn the process to find ancestors. Identify those family members who have record hints to review and attach, or research suggestions or data problems that need to be fixed. Find and add missing spouses and/or children. Sometimes called “cousins research”, descendancy research can help you make your tree more complete.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Search Historical Records
- Search Historical Records from millions of indexed and non-indexed images. Learn research techniques and tips for searching via the FamilySearch SEARCH menu: Records, Books, Wiki (there’s a class for that), Catalog, Image-only Records, and Cemeteries.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
Fold 3--Military Records
Using FS Partner Sites for Research
- How to use FamilySearch partner sites to help in your research.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
FS Wiki
- Learn what the Wiki is and the benefits of using it in your research. Search by place or topic. Investigate Wiki Topics with Beginning Research, Record Types, Background, Cultural Groups, and Local Research Resources. Hands-on practice will help you search for online genealogical records, learn about migration routes, and access clickable maps.
Additional Resources
FamilySearch Approved Handout
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Indexing
Indexing
- This hands-on class is designed to teach you the indexing process from start to finish. Learn how to:
- Find and select a project
- Access project instructions (with examples)
- Learn time-saving tips and strategies to enter information
- Submit your work
- Find and select a project
- You will also learn about new opportunities related to indexing efforts:
- Quick name review
- Full name review
- Verify places
- Quick name review
- Finally, discover how your indexing efforts can impact families all over the world.
No reservation required. Click here to see class offerings
BYU Library - Family History Virtual Classes and Webinars
Webinars
- The BYU Library hosts family history webinars by experts on a variety of topics including research, resources, tools, and methods. It is easy to connect to these webinars and view them on your own computer or other device. See the live webinar schedule and view past recordings in our Webinar Library.
Click Here for Webinar Schedule
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Sunday Virtual Classes
- Our virtual Sunday classes provide an opportunity to continue learning about family history from our instructors. Anyone interested in learning more about Family History is welcome to attend. See our Sunday Classes page for information on upcoming classes.
Virtual Classes Archive
- Here you can find links to past class recordings and class materials by topic.
Instructional Videos
- In addition to webinars, the BYU Family History Library provides many family history instructional videos. These pre-recorded videos give you another way to learn more about family history in a convenient and up-to-date format. You can view these on our Instructional Videos page.
Groups: Classroom Reservation
Reserve a Classroom for Family History Instruction
- Reserve one of our classrooms for your church, family or other group. The Center can provide an instructor if needed.
- Each member of your group will have their own computer, and the classroom includes an instructor computer with overhead projection.
- If needed, one of our missionaries will help get you started with the equipment.
- This is a great opportunity to provide instruction on any topic of Family History to your group using the Center's state-of-the art equipment.
- Classrooms are available Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday at 7pm, Saturday at 9am and 11am, and Sunday at 2pm and 4pm. NOTE: Reservations must be made at least 3 days prior to the date you need the classroom.
Click here to reserve a 18 seat classroom
Click here to reserve a 28 seat classroom]
Instructor Resources (for Center use only)
Links to Online Classes at Other Centers
FamilySearch Library Website
FamilySearch Library Webinars
Archived Classes in the Learning Center (FS Library)
BYU Webinars
Los Angeles FamilySearch Center
San Diego California FamilySearch Center
St. George FamilySearch Center
Ogden FamilySearch Center
Lehi FamilySearch Center
Riverton Utah FamilySearch Center