PLAN - WHAT DID YOU SET OUT TO DO? | |
| Summary/ Description of Activity | |
| An introduction to the on-line genealogy source Ancestry.com. All libraries in Devon have subscribed to this site and offer our users free access to this huge database. It is the most popular subscription service that we offer. | |
| Learning objectives: | |
| •The participant will have an overview of using the information sources on the website •The participant will be able to search the databases •The participant will be able to print the results of their searches | |
| DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITY | |
| Date [dd/mm/yyyy] | 25/09/2008 |
| Length of activity | 45 min session |
| Frequency | One-off event |
| Organiser | First Assistant at Library |
| Tutor | Skilled volunteers and library staff |
| Group Size | 16 |
| Venue | Public Library |
| Location | Dartmouth, Devon UK |
| Environment | Small coastal town |
| Location Factors | Limited parking |
| Partnerships | Local History Societies and museum |
| Target group | Those not in full time employment |
| Contact | Dartmouth Library |
| Marketing | Library website; Local paper; Posters |
| Method of delivery | One to one |
| Equipment required | Computer access |
| Other Factors | •Staff/volunteer absence •Lack of internet access |
| Tasks | (Task2) Involving seniors as volunteers |
EVALUATION OF ACTIVITY| Evaluation of the Learning Objectives |
| •Participants developed an understanding of how to search databases •Most learnt how to print results, despite some technical difficulties •Gained overview of website |
| Evaluation of the activity |
| •Very successful and much enjoyed •Some difficulties with printing due to software incompatibilities •Staff impressed with enthusiasm of participants for the activity |
| Evaluation of what was learned by the participants |
| •Discovered the huge range of databases available on the website and how to access them •Added to general knowledge of genealogy •Skills could be developed through regular use of the website, with informal advice available from library staff |
| Evaluation of what staff have learned |
| Some printing problems due to technical difficulties. Have requested that Library Service install necessary software |
| Keywords |
| UK;genealogy; family history; ancestry.com; Devon; volunteers; |
| ANALYSIS OF EVALUATION |
| What would you change to improve activity? |
| Need to keep carefully to the 45 minute timings so as not to delay next participant. |
| What particular circumstance could affect a change in the activity? |
| •Need reliable/inexpensive access to internet •Access to this website is by subscription only •Website is in English |
| Other possible Activities |
| Introductory sessions to other online genealogy sources. |
| Best practice |
| Transferability: |