34 DNA Classes Will Fill Up Fast at #RootsTech 2018
As evidenced by the popularity of videos on the Family History Fanatics YouTube channel, DNA is the hot topic in genealogy and RootsTech 2018 has 33 classes and 5 labs to address genetic genealogy. The spectrum of genetic classes is wide and several topics are particularly intriguing.
* Please note class times are subject to change or cancellation.
Anyone wonder was "Endogamy" means? It's the 'custom of marrying only within the limits of a local community, clan, or tribe.' If you have tree collapse issues, that would be a class worth considering, now that you know what the word means!
The rise in regional or ethnic-specific classes also is intriguing: DNA of the Jewish People, Tracing Slavery with DNA, The DNA of the British Isles are among these narrowed classes. If you have had questions about DNA with regards to these regions, you'll want to place the classes high on your list.
STREAMED SESSIONS!
Be advised these are all sponsored classes. So if you don't like such content, attend a different session.
If you plan on attending a DNA class while at RootsTech, plan on arriving EARLY to the class as these workshops fill up fast as they are among the most popular on the schedule. The above classes are available to registrants with a RootsTech pass.
For those with a Getting Started Pass, your only choice is:
Thursday 4:30 PM Before You Test: DNA Basics You Need to Know
If you're interested in hands-on classes with DNA, then consider one of the five labs. These are add-ons to your registration and carry an additional fee. Register in advance of the conference to ensure you get a spot.
That's a lot of classes to look into the smallest part of our existence. Which classes interest you the most?
Be sure to go to the Expo Hall after the classes and throughout the conference as you'll likely pick up DNA tests from one of the four major companies for the lowest price of the year!
Stay tuned for more!
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If you don't find a class during an hour that appeals to you, be prepared for mini-classes in the Expo Hall to fill the void. Stay tuned and we'll keep this month of RootsTech madness going!!!
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| You'll also want to play the GBA.Buzz Scavenger Hunt Game for a chance to win. |
Be sure to stop by our booth in the Expo Hall to register for our drawings, purchase one of our books, or just say hello to your fellow Fanatics! Stay tuned to our Meet & Greet schedule including many of your favorite genealogists!
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