Branching out for SLV staff 2020
This expertly curated, practical online course guides you through the processes and resources involved in family history research.
Short activities and case studies offer hands-on research scenarios to explore, and we provide support and interaction in a friendly forum environment.
Most importantly, Branching out introduces you to the rich array of resources available for family historians, from genealogy databases to the State Library's peerless online and physical resources. Enhance your online skills, and learn helpful tips and tricks you can use for any research task.
Branching out is a professional development course available to Victorian public library staff. It isn’t currently available to the general public. Contact branchingout@slv.vic.gov.au for more information.
Jump Start October 2018
- improving your online search skills by exploring a topic that interests you
- using social media as a research tool
- participating in discussion forums.
Jump Start is a professional development course for Victorian public library staff. You must log in before you begin.
Jump Start April 2018
- improving your online search skills by exploring a topic that interests you
- using social media as a research tool
- participating in discussion forums.
Jump Start is a professional development course for Victorian public library staff. You must log in before you begin.
Jump Start September 2017
- improving your online search skills by exploring a topic that interests you
- using social media as a research tool
- participating in discussion forums.
Jump Start is a professional development course for Victorian public library staff. You must log in before you begin.
Research launch pad - for teachers
This online, self-paced module is designed for middle-years teachers and complements our Research launch pad student program. The program can operate as a stand-alone professional development resource, assisting teachers to structure research tasks in their classrooms.
The module gives teachers the opportunity to enrich and enhance their knowledge of the research process, and provides tools and resources to support skill development.
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