MyHeritage yesterday announced its Introduction to Genealogy course. It is online and and free to all. Simply register to gain access to all the course materials.
The course focuses on three main areas:
- Family trees
- Historical records and research
- DNA testing for genealogy
Each section is divided into chapters and lessons that cover a wide range of topics, tools, and strategies for conducting family history research. The 40 lessons sometimes include short assignments and additional materials to help you practice and absorb what you’ve learned. You’ll also find quizzes to test your knowledge at various points along the way. You’ll be able to move at your own pace and track your progress as you go.
The lecturers are well known in the genealogy world.
- Daniel Horowitz, the genealogy expert at MyHeritage
- Dana Drutman, senior product manager, MyHeritage
- David Allen Lambert, chief genealogist, New England Historic Genealogical Society
- Ellen Kowitt, Jewish family history specialist
- James M. Beidler, author and genealogy consultant
- James Tanner, professional genealogist
- Mike Mansfield, director, Content Operations, MyHeritage
- Ran Snir, director, Product Management, MyHeritage
- Sharon Monson, professional genealogist and author
- Shauna Hicks, Australian family history researcher
- Thomas MacEntee, professional genealogist
On its blog, MyHeritage said, “Our #1 goal at MyHeritage is to make family history accessible to everyone, everywhere. One way we accomplish that goal is by providing you with cutting-edge tools that make your genealogy research an easy and enjoyable experience. Another way is by providing free educational resources to help you take your genealogy skills to the next level.”
Find the syllabus, lecturers, and information to get started here.
