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'''Class 1 - Getting Started in Genealogy''' <br>September 17th, 9:30 - 11:30 Lecture<br> Learn the genealogical research process, how to record and evaluate information, cite sources used, maintain a research calendar and develop a research plan. <br> <br>'''Class 2 - US Census Research''' <br>October 22nd, 9:30 - 11:30 Lecture and workshop<br> The decennial US Census is a valuable tool for genealogical researchers. Learn what information is available in the census, how to search for your ancestor and then record and evaluate your findings. After the lecture students will research their families using computers in the Family History Center. <br> <br>'''Class 3 - Researching on the Internet''' <br>November 19th, 9:30 - 11:30 Lecture and workshop<br> The internet has a wealth of information useful for genealogical research. Learn about web sites available for free and subscription sites available at the Family History Center and how to record, evaluate and cite the information found. There will be time to access these web sites after the lecture. <br> <br>'''Class 4 - Research Beyond the Internet''' <br>December 17th, 9:30-11:30 Lecture and workshop<br> Although documents and books are being digitized at a rapid rate, if may be years before the information you need to solve your research problem will be available on the internet - if at all. Learn how to determine the kinds of records that will most likely solve your research problem and where and how to find them by researching in local archives and libraries and those in your ancestral home. <br> <br>Classes will be held at the Washington DC Family History Center<br>10000 Stoneybrook Drive, Kensington, MD 20895  

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