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 <br>'''28. LDS Family History Consultant &amp; Priesthood Leadership Training….Nicole Hepler'''<br>For family history consultants and leaders; presents a new view of family history and how consultants can be a resource to leaders in missionary work, teaching the gospel, retaining new members, and reactivation. <br>'''29. Making a Case for Re-Proving Old Work….Peg Ivanyo'''<br>If the work has already been done, why should I spend time re-researching it? Using case studies, we will demonstrate how the process of personally “re-proving” a family using current technologies and standards could reveal relationships missed, false leads blocking the path, and temple work to be done. Audience Level: Beginning to intermediate<br>'''30. Documentation Made Easy—It’s All About Sources!....Doris Bateman'''<br>This class will help you learn in simple language why documentation is important and how to do it. We will discuss the changes in vocabulary and thinking concerning notes, sources, citations, and information.  We will learn how to document your sources In FamilySearch Family Tree and Ancestry.com.  We will also demonstrate how to sync sources and information from one to the other. <br>'''31. Research Using the Ogden FamilySearch Library’s Website – Ogdenfsl.org….Emil O. Hanson '''<br>Family History is one of the most popular hobbies in the world and many of the hobbyists do not know why they are drawn to it. Others involved in family history see it as a sacred quest. The mission of the Ogden FamilySearch Library is to assist all those who are interested in family history, for whatever reason, to be able to have a place, tools, training and personal assistance in pursuing their research quest or hobby. This Website is designed to provide an orderly and time saving approach to their research efforts. The Website is an evolving project, because the family history software, research websites and related tools are spinning forward faster than we can keep up with it. We hope that people from around the world will access it and find research value in using it. <br>'''32. How to Write your Personal History….Emma Lu Draper'''<br>Writing a personal history will enhance strong and noble values in your life and the life of your family and friends. It is a story to be shared. The class goal is to show with proper formatting, using the magical formula of the five senses, writing a personal history showing strengths, struggles, and triumphs experienced in your life can be an enjoyable skill for both writer and reader.<br>'''33. Grandpa's on my Ipad: Sharing your Family History with your Family Using Social Networking….Janet Hovorka'''<br>Now that you have collected your family’s history, what are you going to do with it? This class will cover tons of ideas for creating excitement in your family about the people who came before. Inspire your kids by hitting them where they live. Using social networking such as blogging, podcasts, facebook, and twitter, you can share your family's history with the next generation of your family to create a feeling of belonging and a sense of grounding in their roots.<br>'''34. Getting Started with your German Family History….Kelsee Jackson'''<br> Do you have German family history but don't know where to begin with it? Come learn about things you need to know in both American and German records to begin tracing your German roots.<br>'''35. I’m Irish, now what? – A Beginner’s Guide to Tracing your Immigrant Ancestor back to Ireland….Jessica Taylor '''<br>Learn how to get started tracing your immigrant ancestor from the U.S. to Ireland. In this course you'll learn about key strategies, common roadblocks, and important resources for discovering your origins in Ireland.<br>'''36. Danish Probate Records….Fritz Juengling'''<br>This class will cover the history of probates in Denmark, Danish probate jurisdictions, contents and value of Danish&nbsp;probate&nbsp;records, how to locate Danish probate records, and two case studies&nbsp;illustrating the value of Danish probate&nbsp;records.<br>'''37. Personal Historian: Software to Bring Life to Your Life Stories….Mike Booth'''<br>'''38. Ancestral Quest: Keeping Your AQ or PAF Data in Sync with FamilySearch….Gaylon Findlay'''<br>Ancestral Quest received an award from FamilySearch for having the most comprehensive methods for syncing your personal data with FamilySearch data. Come get an overview of this easy to use, yet powerful set of tools for using FamilySearch Family Tree with your personal data file, whether you use the native AQ database or are still using PAF 5.<br>'''39. SPANISH_ Búsqueda de Antepasados en Registros Históricos de FamilySearch….Carolina Espinoza'''
-'''40. LAB Indexing: Foreign Languages are Fun; Focus on Italian….Linda Poulter'''<br>Get started indexing Italian civil registration records.  You don’t need to speak Italian; with a little instruction, you can help families world-wide find their ancestors.  The big secret is that these Italian projects are easy and fun once you learn the forms on which names, births and deaths are recorded. Ongoing instruction at the Ogden FamilySearch Library is offered. <br>Fourth Session 1:45-2:45<br><br>'''41. Family History Adhesive: The Science of Why History Binds Families and the Simple Tech of How To Do It….Janet Hovorka'''<br>Studies have shown that greater knowledge about family history strengthens your relationships and creates a core identity that empowers your current family. In this session you will learn to use the technology your family members already access every day to create a strong family narrative together.<br>'''42. Getting Started on the Right Foot: Genealogy Standards for Beginners….Peg Ivanyo'''<br>From basic data entry standards to the Genealogical Proof Standard to guidelines for reserving temple ordinances, this class will provide an overview of the guidelines and considerations that every beginning genealogist needs to know, but often only learns after several years of hard work. Let’s prevent having to “do it over” again. Audience Level: Beginner<br>'''43. Overwhelmed …. Paralyzed?&nbsp; Time to get organized!....Amy Archibald'''<br>Overwhelmed by all the new technology? &nbsp;Too many ancestors to research?&nbsp; So much to share with your descendants?&nbsp; Are you awake around the clock trying to figure out where to start? Come discover how to get it all sorted out and put together a personal priority plan.<br>'''44. “I Didn’t Know That!”….Joanne Hanson '''<br>Often I am asked at the Ogden Family History Center, simple questions concerning some aspect of research. When the individual gets an answer, even when they are quite knowledgeable, the most common response is, “I didn't know that!”. Just a little explanation or a tip can help us with our research. Education is a must in family history research and it doesn't have to be something big although it may be, if not known by the researcher ahead of time. Tidbits can relate to naming patterns, handwriting, immigration, military records, the calendar, census and LDS records to name a few. You might even be heard to say, if you attend this session, “I didn't know that!” or share one of your own.<br>'''45. Deductive Reasoning and Logic….Holly T. Hansen'''<br>This class will introduce you to new levels of analysis and collaboration using deductive reasoning and logic. A case study of FamilySearch’s Family Tree will be used to assist members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other users to understand the strengths and snares of the database. Learning to use deductive reasoning and logic is critical to creating truthful and correct genealogies.<br>'''46._Latin American Research….Jonathan Walker'''<br>This class will cover how to search for and find your ancestors, in Latin America. Whether you were born in the United States or in another country. We will cover research strategies, how to find and understand the records, and how to be successful in researching for your Hispanic Ancestry. This class will be tailored taught, to those attending the class. <br>
+'''40. LAB Indexing: Foreign Languages are Fun; Focus on Italian….Linda Poulter'''<br>Get started indexing Italian civil registration records.  You don’t need to speak Italian; with a little instruction, you can help families world-wide find their ancestors.  The big secret is that these Italian projects are easy and fun once you learn the forms on which names, births and deaths are recorded. Ongoing instruction at the Ogden FamilySearch Library is offered. <br><br>Fourth Session 1:45-2:45<br><br>'''41. Family History Adhesive: The Science of Why History Binds Families and the Simple Tech of How To Do It….Janet Hovorka'''<br>Studies have shown that greater knowledge about family history strengthens your relationships and creates a core identity that empowers your current family. In this session you will learn to use the technology your family members already access every day to create a strong family narrative together.<br>'''42. Getting Started on the Right Foot: Genealogy Standards for Beginners….Peg Ivanyo'''<br>From basic data entry standards to the Genealogical Proof Standard to guidelines for reserving temple ordinances, this class will provide an overview of the guidelines and considerations that every beginning genealogist needs to know, but often only learns after several years of hard work. Let’s prevent having to “do it over” again. Audience Level: Beginner<br>'''43. Overwhelmed …. Paralyzed?&nbsp; Time to get organized!....Amy Archibald'''<br>Overwhelmed by all the new technology? &nbsp;Too many ancestors to research?&nbsp; So much to share with your descendants?&nbsp; Are you awake around the clock trying to figure out where to start? Come discover how to get it all sorted out and put together a personal priority plan.<br>'''44. “I Didn’t Know That!”….Joanne Hanson '''<br>Often I am asked at the Ogden Family History Center, simple questions concerning some aspect of research. When the individual gets an answer, even when they are quite knowledgeable, the most common response is, “I didn't know that!”. Just a little explanation or a tip can help us with our research. Education is a must in family history research and it doesn't have to be something big although it may be, if not known by the researcher ahead of time. Tidbits can relate to naming patterns, handwriting, immigration, military records, the calendar, census and LDS records to name a few. You might even be heard to say, if you attend this session, “I didn't know that!” or share one of your own.<br>'''45. Deductive Reasoning and Logic….Holly T. Hansen'''<br>This class will introduce you to new levels of analysis and collaboration using deductive reasoning and logic. A case study of FamilySearch’s Family Tree will be used to assist members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other users to understand the strengths and snares of the database. Learning to use deductive reasoning and logic is critical to creating truthful and correct genealogies.<br>'''46._Latin American Research….Jonathan Walker'''<br>This class will cover how to search for and find your ancestors, in Latin America. Whether you were born in the United States or in another country. We will cover research strategies, how to find and understand the records, and how to be successful in researching for your Hispanic Ancestry. This class will be tailored taught, to those attending the class. <br>
 '''46A. British Descendant Research Part A: 1837-1911….Bradley Marchant'''<br>