Add an eventSessions at Federation of Genealogical Societies 2011 Conference about Genealogy and Technology
Thursday 8th September 2011
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T-204: Restoring Documents With Your Computer
Watch while Eric demonstrates efficient techniques for scanning various types of documents with a flatbed scanner (not photos). Filters, software and other related issues are covered during this specialized demonstration.
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T-217: Searching Your African-American Roots on Ancestry
by Ancestry.com
The African-American Collection at Ancestry.com is expanding at a rapid pace. This lecture will cover the most popular pillars of this collection, used by African American researchers nationwide.
Sponsored by Ancestry.com
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T-225: Online Member Trees: Ancestry's Powerful Tool Keeps Getting Better!
by Ancestry.com
Get an inside look at Ancestry.com trees and tips on how to use them.
Sponsored by Ancestry.com
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T-234: Family Tree Maker for the Intermediate and Advanced User
by Ancestry.com
For the Family Tree Maker enthusiast who has used the software, and wants to know more.
Sponsored by Ancestry.com
Friday 9th September 2011
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F-303: Considerations in Digital Preservation for Genealogists
Learn how to properly preserve e-mails, photographs, documents and other digital objects.
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F-306: Welcome to FamilySearch Indexing
by Devin Ashby
Be part of an international initiative to index the world's largest collection of genealogical records. This class will give you indexing background and basics to help you understand where to begin, how to help and what we can achieve.
Sponsored by FamilySearch
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F-312: From Land Records to Google Earth: Mapping your Family's Place
by Jane Haldeman
There are numerous sources that give our ancestor's legal land description; where are they and what do they mean? Learn where to look and how to convert section and range into Google Earth to see how that property looks today.
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F-314: FamilySearch Community: Together We Can Find Our Ancestors
by Elaine Hasleton
Learn how to make the FamilySearch community work for you. Whether gleaning from the knowledge of others, leaving your own legacy of knowledge or expertise, or building your reputation as a genealogical researcher FamilySearch can help.
Sponsored by FamilySearch
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F-319: Finding the World with WorldCat
by Curt B. Witcher, MLS, FUGA, IGSF
WorldCat represents one of the most powerful online tools genealogists can access in attempting to identify and locate published and manuscript materials of consequence to their research. This presentation is an up-close look at this free online tool.
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F-322: Effective Search Techniques and Sound Research Practices on FamilySearch
by David Ouimette, CG
How do you find your ancestors amidst the billions of records on FamilySearch? Learn effective search techniques and sound research practices for finding ancestors and their families on FamilySearch.
Sponsored by FamilySearch
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F-328: Mid-West Research on Ancestry.com
by Ancestry.com
From states censuses to vital records to city directories and beyond, Discover the resources on Ancestry.com to help you dig into your Mid-West roots.
Sponsored by Ancestry.com
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F-331: Digital Research of African Americans
New databases and websites for researching African Americans spring up every day, and not all are on genealogy websites. Maximize your research by learning new databases and finding hidden gems off the beaten path.
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F-334: What's New with the Family Tree at FamilySearch
by Dan Lawyer
Come and learn how to get the most out of the Family Tree at FamilySearch.org. This course will provide an overview of the features of the Family Tree and highlight useful tips and tricks for getting the most value out of this valuable free resource. You'll also get a sneak peak of upcoming new features.
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F-340: Family History in Your Cells: Using DNA for Genealogical Research
Afraid to try DNA as a research tool because the science seems intimidating? This overview will explain how DNA relates to genealogy, what kinds of DNA tests are available, and how researchers can share test results with each other.
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F-343: FamilySearch and Its Affiliate Community
by Tim Cross
FamilySearch's information, products, and services go beyond www.familysearch.org. FamilySearch networks a community of affiliates who identify our ancestors in source documents, pictures, graves sites, etc. FamilySearch also networks a community of affiliates who use our FamilySearch data in applications, web sites, products, and services that bring meaning to this information about our ancestors.
Sponsored by FamilySearch
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F-348: Fixing Faded Color Photos with Adobe Photoshop
Family photo collections are full of fading color photographs. This workshop will provide useful techniques for restoring lost color. It will include colorization of B&W photos. Audience members are encouraged to bring photos from which Eric will choose one to use during this demonstration.
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F-349: Apps Galore for the Professional Genealogist
by Pamela Boyer Sayre, CG, CGL
In this session, the instructors will discuss and demonstrate applications for the iPhone and iPad, from genealogy to deed-platting to Google Earth. These apps can also help a professional genealogist run their business as they can be used for accounting, contact management, and file sharing. Live demonstrations from the iPhone and iPad will be shown on the projector, enabling attendees to see the usefulness of these apps for themselves.
Sponsored by Association of Professional Genealogists (APG Professional Management Conference Session)
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F-351: Dealing with Digital Artifacts
by Robert Kehrer
Billions of digital artifacts have been made available online with billions more on the way making it increasingly easier to find records about ancestors. Come see how to use FamilySearch.org to take advantage of the world of digital artifacts to make it easier to find, organize and share the evidence of your ancestors.
Sponsored by FamilySearch
Saturday 10th September 2011
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S-400: Photo Restoration from Start to Finish Demonstration
Learn how to scan, restore and print a photo like the pros from beginning to end. Fast, but fun. Audience members are encouraged to bring photos from which Eric will choose one to use during this demonstration. Includes scanning and restoration.
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S-409: Build A Genealogy Blog
Having a genealogy blog can take your genealogy research to another dimension. Learn how to get started in this easy-to-understand demo!
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S-417: Getting the Most of Your Mac for Genealogists
by Michael J. Leclerc
Discover the powerful yet easy-to-use software tools for your Macintosh computer that won't break the bank.
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S-430: Beyond Database Programs: Technology Tools to Help Manage Your Research
Genealogy database programs are only one part of the research process. Learn about software tools that can give you research suggestions, keep your notes organized, synchronize your working files across multiple computers, or provide automatic backups for peace of mind.
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S-438: Hidden Delights: The Website of The National Archives (UK)
Navigating the website; its catalogues, digitized records, research advice, tutorials and much more. You can learn about records held in The National Archives and elsewhere, to research your British ancestors - and even some American ones.
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S-447: Twitter - It's Not Just "What I Had For Breakfast" Anymore
Cut through all the hype about Twitter and learn the basics on how to best use this social media platform to enhance your genealogy research.
Federation of Genealogical Societies 2011 Conference
United States United States, Springfield
6th–11th September 2011
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