Course Description:
The Advancing Genealogist: Research
Standards, Tools, and Records guides transitioning genealogists
from a beginning research and analysis skill level to a more advanced level.
The course examines a variety of record types, and moves the learner to another
level by introducing research methodology and analysis. Sessions on the
influence of law and techniques for researching women elevate concepts taught
beyond a records-based learning environment. Historical context, critical
thinking skills, organizational tools, compilation and evaluation skills,
evidence analysis and correlation, and the Genealogical Proof Standard are
introduced. The course provides a good foundation for advanced work and
potential transition into the advanced methodology course. A hands-on
approach to homework assignments reinforces the methods and concepts
introduced. This allows learners to construct, develop, and internalize new
skills into their growing knowledge base.
What students should bring to the
course:
Students might wish to bring a
laptop or tablet for personal use. Those who own the following book may bring
it or a digital edition for use in class.
·
Mills, Elizabeth Shown. Evidence Explained! Citing
History Sources from Artifacts to Cyberspace (Baltimore, Maryland:
Genealogical Publishing Co., 2007)
No texts are required, however some
works that students might wish to become familiar with before or after the
course are listed below.
·
The BCG Genealogical Standards Manual (Turner
Publishing Co., 2014)
·
Jones, Thomas W. Mastering Genealogical Proof (Arlington,
VA: NGS, 2013)
·
Mills, Elizabeth Shown, ed. Professional Genealogy
(Baltimore, Maryland: Genealogical Publishing Co., 2001) --
Note the chapter on transcriptions and abstracts.
Lecture Unit or
Topic
1
|
Genealogy Standards and the
Genealogical Proof Standard
|
2
|
Source Citations, Transcriptions,
and Abstracts
|
3
|
Document Analysis and Research
Plans
|
4
|
Tools for Correlating Information:
Spreadsheets and Timelines
|
5
|
Correlation and Analysis
|
6
|
Passenger Ship Records
|
7
|
Naturalization Records
|
8
|
Migration Routes
|
9
|
Religious Records in Genealogical
Research
|
10
|
Researching Women
|
11
|
Military Pension Application Files
|
12
|
Laws: An Overview
|
13
|
Courthouses and their Records
|
14
|
Manuscripts
|
15
|
Online Research
|
16
|
Newspaper Research
|
17
|
The Write Stuff: Genealogical
Writing with Substance and Appeal
|
18
|
Participant Presentations/Project
|
19
|
Course Wrap-up and Certificates
|
Course Instructors:
Debra
Mieszala, CGSM
Debbie
Mieszala has taught at IGHR, SLIG, and GRIP. Debbie specializes in forensic
genealogy, 20th century research, and the Midwest. She conducts genealogical
research for the military to locate relatives of service members missing in
past wars, and formerly did adoption-related research as a Confidential
Intermediary in Illinois. A national-level lecturer and author, Debbie’s work
has been published in NGS Magazine, The Digital Genealogist, and OnBoard!
She is a Trustee for the Board for Certification of Genealogists. Debbie is an
alumnus of IGHR, NIGR, and GRIP. CG 438 (18 Jan 2002).
Jeanne
Larzalere Bloom, CGSM
Jeanne
Larzalere Bloom is an IGHR and NIGR alumnus, and has taught at SLIG. She earned
a BA (History) and a second year certificate in publishing. Jeanne is an expert
in several areas including Chicago, forensic, problem–solving, and African
American research. Jeanne appeared on Who Do You Think You Are? She
is a Trustee and Treasurer for the Board for Certification of Genealogists.
Rev.
David McDonald, D. Min., CGSM
David is
an IGHR and NIGR alumnus. He taught in Course 9 (Government Documents) at IGHR
in 2014. A practicing minister with graduate and post-graduate degrees in
theology, Dave is well-versed in the topic of church records. He has lectured
on and written about religious records and denominations, and has specifically
geared those sessions toward genealogists. Board-certified genealogist since
2004; current trustee (since 2008) and past president (2010-12).
No comments:
Post a Comment