Virtual Presentations for Genealogists

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Summary Details

Length: 60 minutes

Summary: Learn how you can expand your genealogy speaking opportunities to include virtual presentations from the comfort of your home or office.

Description: As our lives get busier and technology gets better, producing and presenting genealogy talks virtually makes sense. Learn how you can reduce travel costs, increase your potential audience and provide educational content to genealogical societies and conferences.

Audience Level: Beginner

Requirements: Projection for laptop/netbook computer on large screen; internet connection (for showing live web conferencing platforms).

Content: 4 pages

Outline

  • What Is A Virtual Presentation?
  • Why Do Virtual Presentations Make Sense?
  • Virtual vs. Reality – Is There a Difference?
  • Virtual Presentation Methods
    • Telephonically
    • Video Conferencing
    • Web Conferencing
    • Virtual Reality
  • Virtual Presentation Platforms
    • Skype
    • Webex
    • GoToMeeting
    • Second Life
    • Others
  • Realities of Virtual Presentations
    • Expenses
    • Technology
    • Knowledge Requirements
    • Marketing
    • What to charge
  • Sample Presentation
  • Presentation Checklist
  • Best Practices
  • Glossary
  • Links

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