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Education
The Education Unit/Sub-Committee conducts a variety of Family History courses, workshops and seminars throughout the year.  Keep an eye on updates here and on the Genealogy Calendar for dates and times of up coming events.

Updated 29 November 2008

The Education Courses are held at Units 4,5 or 6  48 May Street Bayswater unless otherwise indicated.

Beginners Courses
These are held regularly for new members commencing their research. See dates below
Each course covers:
  • Where and how to start your family history research
  • How to gather information
  • Hints on how to organise, store & preserve family history material.
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    There are Follow-On Courses See dates below

    Seminars and Workshops
    Aimed at both beginners and the more experienced researchers, these are held throughout the year covering a range of topics such as:
  • The Australian Joint Copying Project (AJCP)
  • Census Records etc.
    • These sessions are combined with some practical exercises which will increase the value of such courses to all participants.  Country members may also find that it is worth the effort of coming to Perth for all day sessions and discover the wealth of resources that are available here in Western Australia.

    For New Members
    WAGS Library Self-guided Tour
    Booklet produced by the Education Sub-Committee.
    This is now available free to all new members and for a small donation to existing members.   The booklet replaces the free Library tours for new members and is an introduction to using the Society's Library facilities.   It has been produced in a compact A5 size to use as a reminder to keep in your research file.

    Workshops, Seminars and Beginner's and Introductory Courses are held throughout the year and reference books on family history, photograph albums and charts are sold in the library bookshop.


    Courses, Tours & Talks for 2009

    Bookings Essential



    Beginners Course

    9.45am - 1.00pm

    Tuesday 24 February
    Tuesday  5 May
    Tuesday 25 July
    Tuesday 20 October
    This course provides an ideal basis for those starting research and covers the gathering, storage and practical use of family history information and sources both pre and post Civil Registration.
    Includes beginners' manual - Family History for Beginners and Beyond
      Cost: $30.00 for Members,   $40.00 for Non-Members
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING

    SPECIAL COURSES & WORKSHOPS
    UK Genealogy on the Internet

     Date to be advised
    An introduction to some free and pay-to-view websites which are beneficial for researching family history in the UK.   How to get the best out of each site and discuss the benefits and challenges of using the internet for your research.

    Cost: $20 Members $30 Non-Members.   Bookings essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING
    How to Start your Family Genealogy on the Internet

     Date to be advised

    The internet has made researching family history much easier.  Learn how to use the internet wisely, using email, mailing lists and search engines.  Includes a demonstration of family history websites and provides some valuable tips.  This course is designed for the novice and is not suitable for experienced computer users.

    Cost: Members $10/Non members $15   Bookings essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING
    Australasia and the Internet

     Tuesday 28 July
    9.45am - 1.00pm

    We will show you some wonderful genealogical websites, that you can access from your desktop, to help you trace your family tree in Australasia.  Includes handouts..

    Cost: $20 Members $30 Non-Members.   Bookings essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING



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    AJCP
    This course will show you how to access the AJCP
    (Australian Joint Copying Project) which has extensive information
    about British people who came to Australia and those that stayed in the UK.

    Tuesday 21 April
    10.00am - 12.00 noon
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    Cost: Members $15.00 & Non-Members $20.00   Bookings Essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING



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    LDS
    An introduction to The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints
    genealogical and family history holdings, and where they may be accessed.

    Tuesday 30 June
    9.45am - 1.00pm
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    Cost: Members $15.00 & Non-Members $20.00   Bookings Essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING




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    Transform Your Family History into a Story
    Presented by Loreley Morling, professional genealogist and author.

    Tuesday 10 March
    9.45am - 1.00pm
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    Cost: Members $20.00 & Non-Members $30.00   Bookings Essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING




    Ten Steps to Producing your Family History Using Microsoft Publisher & Microsoft office Document Imaging

    Monday 23 March
    1.00pm - 2.30pm
    Cost: Members $15.00 & Non-Members $20.00   Bookings Essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING




    An Introduction to Genealogy Software

    Tuesday 19 May
    9.45am - 1.00pm
    Cost: Members $15.00 & Non-Members $20.00   Bookings Essential
    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING
    Registration for Seminars and Courses
    Bookings are essential.  Please book courses on the Seminar & Workshop Form available at our Library.   You may do this in person or by telephone.  Book early, at least one week ahead, as courses may be cancelled if insufficient bookings.

    FEES PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING


    Lunchtime Discussions



    FREE LUNCHTIME
    DISCUSSION

    Dates to be advised

    12:00 - 1:30pm

    Unit 4, 48 May Street, Bayswater
    Share your research at this show and tell.
    Tea & Coffee available at the usual 30c per cup. Bring your LUNCH

    MONDAY     TOPIC
    Dates and topics to be advised


        

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