Training Beginners

Setup

• Guidelines—Follow the basic guidelines in the Train Individuals section above, including a pre-assessment of the learner's skills and family history knowledge.
• Topics—Review Project 1 and Project 2, and if needed, the Family History Basics and Computer Basics topics in the Introduction page.
• Schedule—Arrange a schedule with each student that fits his or her learning needs.

Delivery

• Computer skills—If the learner needs help with basic computer skills, review the links in Computer Basics in the Introduction section.
• Family history basics—For an introduction to family history, review the links in the Family History Basics in Introduction.
• Pacing—Go at the learner's pace, making sure concepts are reinforced and practiced as they are learned.

After ...

• Questions—Research and respond to any unanswered questions that arise during training.
• Plan—Design a plan for ongoing learning with The Family History Guide.
• Progress—Follow up by email or social media as to ongoing progress. If the individual or family is LDS, involve the Ward Family History Coordinator.

Success

With successful training, a beginning learner should:

• Understand the purposes and benefits of The Family History Guide.
• Understand the basics of family history and gain effective computer skills.
• Know how to navigate the website and use its features.
• Confidently proceed with family history activities.

You can also use the Course Catalog in The Family History Guide to design your individualized training.