Overview
SLIG holds three programs each year specific to the education needs of genealogical researchers: SLIG Fall Virtual, SLIG, and SLIG Spring Virtual. Successful proposals are usually submitted by those familiar with SLIG and the goals related to each program. A review of current and past-year offerings is recommended, and prior participation as a faculty member is recommended, but not required.
All courses and workshops should focus on building a strong, in-depth, progressive, knowledge base for participants. Topics with hands-on learning opportunities are encouraged; courses should be more than a webinar series. Courses and workshops that fill educational needs not addressed elsewhere are generally preferred.
Complete details and requirements should be reviewed thoroughly prior to submitting an inquiry or proposal. Potential coordinators are encouraged to seek advice from the director or other mentors to assure a clear understanding of institute goals and expectations. Inquiries are accepted at any time. Compensation structure will be provided in reply to initial inquiry.
Coordinator responsibilities include:
-Craft a course title that communicates the academic nature and focus of the course.
-Select complimentary instructors based on their expertise in the area of instruction.
-Submit a descriptive course outline of all classes to be included in the course.
-Oversee, organize, and implement all course content and syllabus submissions with direction from SLIG staff.
SLIG Virtual Sessions Proposal Details
The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) is pleased to accept course proposals for the upcoming sessions. Proposals are accepted on intermediate to advanced topics uniquely suited to a multi-week format or a multi-day deep dive.
Traditional courses are held weekly, and are delivered via Zoom; technical support is provided. The weekly format enhances learning through inclusion of in-depth homework or related research assignments to be completed between sessions. Virtual courses will be recorded, and recordings made available to students for up to 30 days following the end of the course for additional study and review.
We also welcome shorter, hands-on programs that will allow students an opportunity to experience a deep dive into more narrow themes. These workshops must still meet the standards of intermediate to advanced topics and provide unique material not found in a traditional webinar setting, including a syllabus.
SLIG Topics of Interest Proposal Details
Proposals for SLIG are encouraged on intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced genealogical and historical studies and topics, including, but not limited to, the following:
- North American regions or states
- Country, language, or ethnicity-specific research
- Specific record types or groups
- Application of standards or advanced analysis/correlation
- Writing, documentation, or publishing
- Broader genealogical topics such as paleography, social history, occupations, migration,
or immigration - Technology and the use of technology to enhance research
In keeping with the SLIG philosophy of providing advanced education on a breadth of topics, proposals for “niche” courses that serve a smaller participant base are accepted.
- Inquiries: You may submit an inquiry, or a draft proposal at any time for feedback. Please indicate the requested year for your course in your correspondence.
- Courses announced at the close of SLIG week, the last week of January.