This self-paced, ungraded, six-lesson course has been designed to demystify genealogy. However, don't let this novel approach to learning fool you. The fundamentals of genealogy can be full of fun but the information you learn along the way will help you succeed in compiling a commendable family history.

FACT! Learning how to spell genealogy may be the most difficult part of this course. Genealogy is spelled with an "a" even though it is pronounced with an "o" as in gen-e-ol-ogy.

It's little things like spelling that make genealogy seem difficult!

But by applying the proven techniques outlined in this course, you'll find that hunting for your ancestors can be exciting, rewarding and successful.

A successful hunting trip requires a sound knowledge of the terrain and the right equipment. This lesson covers:

• Genealogy, or family history, as a pastime.
• What is a family group record?
• Criteria of a good computer program for organizing family history.
• Embellishments of a computer program you won't want to live without.
• How do I know if someone is already looking for my family?
• How do I know if someone has already published a book on my family?