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Genealogy Standards Second Edition Revised Kindle Edition

by Board for Certification Of Genealogists (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Family historians depend upon thousands of people unknown to them. They exchange research with others; copy information from books and databases; and write libraries, societies, and government offices. At times they even hire professionals to do legwork in distant areas and trust strangers to solve important problems. But how do family historians know they are producing or receiving trustworthy results? This official manual from the Board of Certification for Genealogists, essentially a users' guide for family historians, provides standards for genealogical researchers to assess their own and others' work. The revised second edition increases the clarity of DNA and privacy standards. Those standards are especially useful in the twenty-first century, when many genealogists use a complex new tool—DNA testing—and trace living people more often than they did in the past.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07PSKRDT7
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ancestry.com; 2nd edition (March 5, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 5, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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The "Must Have" for the Genealogist
Whether you aspire to be a Certified Genealogist or a serious hobbyist. GenealogyStandards published by the Board for the Certification of Genealogist is the vade mecum on the subject. The recently released second edition brings professional guidance up-to-date to include how DNA evidence should be considered as a part of one's research.
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Linda Edmonds
5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable resource for my Genealogy courses
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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Wish I had purchased it two semesters ago! I'll probably wear this copy out!
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Val K
5.0 out of 5 stars Genealogy Standards
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2023
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Great book for genealogists. Help in every step of your research and writing reports. Following the genealogy standards would help us complete an excelent genealogical process.
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D. A. Lindsey
5.0 out of 5 stars The Bible for Genealogy Research
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
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It's a slim volume, quick and easy to read. If you follow its guidance, you cannot do shoddy work. The standards ensure that you don't jump to conclusions and you do verify everything to the best of your ability and available records. If you attend genealogy seminars, in person or virtually, you will often hear other genealogists refer to these standards, often by number, so it's a good reference to keep handy.
5 people found this helpful
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J. Gammon
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for non-certified family historians / genealogists
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023
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While this small volume is a statement of the standards for national certification of genealogists, it is great for amateur non-certified family historians / genealogists. It lays out the process of collecting information and evidence, judging validity of sources, and drawing 'Proof' from critical analysis of each. It also includes a glossary and a section dealing with DNA evidence. An outstanding research reference book...
3 people found this helpful
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karenmpbrandon
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting to me since I'm writing a detailed genealogy
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
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Whoever wrote the book (a committee) was verbose and somewhat vague in places, but since I am writing a detailed genealogy of my father's family the book's guidelines were a necessary review to be sure I don't break any rules. It arrived quickly and was accurately described. The content isn't the seller's fault : ))
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BBunch
5.0 out of 5 stars Gold Standard for any Genealogist / Family Historian
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
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Always keep this handy. Many a family "researcher" (besides all genealogists) needs to have this publication at hand at all times.
Having a second copy for notes or to carry along to research venues is a must. :-)
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Ivy Wills
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have Reference Material
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2022
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This book is required if you are to become a certified professional genealogist, as it provides the needed standards to be a precise in your research work. It is a great outline to confirm the things needed to be credible. This is a great addition to your genealogical reference material. I already know I will be pulling this out frequently to ensure that I have touched on all points while writing up my research reports. So please know this is not a one time read. And for $18, I think it is reasonably valued as it is written by the BCG themselves.
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Brenda
5.0 out of 5 stars Required knowledge to become certified genealogist.
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023
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It is a very small book of instructions on required practices to become a certified genealogist. I personally like a book in hand while I am learning new skills.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect resource
Reviewed in Canada on September 13, 2020
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Every genealogist should have this reference on their desk
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Caffael Cymru
5.0 out of 5 stars Must have book for genealogists
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 3, 2021
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Fantastic book. Really clear, and easy to use. Highly recommended for anybody interested in formalising their genealogy research
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Florida Quilter
2.0 out of 5 stars Not for the hobbyist
Reviewed in Canada on November 13, 2020
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Maybe good for someone thinking about starting a genealogy service, otherwise a waste of money.
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Crussell
5.0 out of 5 stars A satisfactory outcome.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2020
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This is an excellent book and much needed for my Genealogy course and afterwards.Sadly I received 2 copies, my fault, I thought I had changed the delivery settings but had to request again but all was sorted to my satisfaction.
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Imelda Lee
2.0 out of 5 stars Poor
Reviewed in Canada on November 24, 2019
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Not what I thought it was
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