Old Family Photos
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
2d ago
What do you do with that box of old family photos you found in the attic? What is the difference between a Daguerreotype and a Tintype?  Research Your Vintage Photos Photography: Clues Pictures Hold, Editing, Digitizing and Various Projects will answer those questions and more!  What You Will Learn: Learn how to digitize and store your precious family photos, how to use clues in the photos to date them, and how to identify people. We’ll also look at the history of photography, post-mortem photography, and discuss different hairstyles and historical clothing. This course can be taken ..read more
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Proper Methodology
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
2d ago
Proper methodology is the Key to Genealogy.  Become a Professional Genealogist! Earn your Methodology Certificate! Genealogy isn’t just about finding Birth, Marriage, and Death records, it’s telling the whole story of your family.  Your Methodology Certificate will take you from learning the basics of how to research and record your findings through to reading and transcribing historic documents. You will learn about basic genetics and medical family history, how to effectively organize and prove the facts you have found, copywrite guidelines, and preparation for a career as a Profes ..read more
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Genealogy Career
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
4d ago
Build a Successful Business with Unlimited Potential!  Start Your Genealogy Business with our Professional Development Certificate! The Professional Development Certificate program will prepare you for entering the world of Professional Genealogy as a business owner. You’ll begin with creating your business and writing your business plans, learn administration skills, marketing, and promotion skills. Website development, writing genealogical articles, creating workshops and programs, and lecturing are skills that are included within the course content. In addition, you will also refine yo ..read more
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Google For Genealogy
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
6d ago
Have you Googled something today? Did you find what you were searching for? Use Google for your Genealogical Research! Google is more than a search engine and email app, it can give you tools to enhance your genealogical research. Google for the Wise Genealogist with introduce you to the many tools you can utilize for your research. What You Will Learn: Google for the Wise Genealogist will introduce you to many of Google’s products. You’ll start your course with an overview of your Google account including some lesser-known features such as Google Keep and Google Alerts. You’ll move on to sear ..read more
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Canadian Census Records
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
6d ago
Census Records are among the most useful and utilized records available to genealogists. By documenting families and individuals, they give us a picture of what was happening when they were taken.  Study Historical Canadian Census Records Canadian: Census Records Part 1 will facilitate your journey through these records and assist you in analyzing the information they contain. What You Will Learn: Beginning with an introduction to the different types of census records and where to find them, you will learn how to read them and understand the information that was documented. You’ll be able ..read more
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What is Palaeography?
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
1w ago
Unlock the mysteries held within age-old documents!  Learn to read Historical Documents Palaeography is the study of historic documents and is a valued skill for genealogists. What You Will Learn: We’ll discuss handwriting, writing tools and materials, Roman Numerals, and calendars. The origin of family names, currency, weights and measures will be covered along with reading and transcribing early documents, spelling variations, punctuation, grammar and literary style.  This course can be taken for personal interest or as an elective. It is one of the courses included in the Methodol ..read more
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American Land Records
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
1w ago
Are you Researching Historic American Land Records? Find Where Your American Ancestors Lived American: Land Records starts with the history and documentation of these important records in the United States. The study of these records will give you insight on where your ancestors lived. What You Will Learn: Various types of land records will be examined along with maps, land claims, different types of deeds, and examples of Homestead Documents. Research strategies including record sources and how to use the documents are discussed as well. The course includes important State and Inter ..read more
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English Naming Patterns
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
1w ago
What’s in a name?  Name variations, origin of surnames, nicknames, place names – these and more are covered in English: Understanding Names in Genealogy.  English Naming Patterns The study of naming conventions will enhance your research skills by giving you a deeper perspective on the lives of your ancestors. What You Will Learn: The naming patterns of patronymics, occupational surnames, given and middle names, and spelling variations are discussed in this course. You will learn spelling and pronunciation variations in documents, the origins of given names, and Cockney Rhyming Slang ..read more
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Irish History and Source Records
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
1w ago
Understanding the history of Ireland, what records are available, and where to find them is the key to successful research. Updated Irish Genealogy Course Irish: Understanding Ireland, History and Source Records, has been updated and may give you the clues you are looking for to find your family’s history.  What You Will Learn: Your course begins with a brief history of Ireland, research challenges you may face and strategies to overcome them. Course discussions include the administrative divisions of Ireland including Civil and Ecclesiastical divisions, place names, and the location and ..read more
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Irish: Archival Repositories
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
by Kimberly VanDijk
1w ago
Irish: Archival Repositories has recently been updated.  Discover What Lies in the Irish Archives! This course will answer your questions about what records are available in the archival and repository centres of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.  What You Will Learn: Beginning with a discussion of the challenges you may face in your research, a brief history of Ireland as well as research strategies are explored.  You’ll look at repositories such as libraries, religious archives, and museums. An extensive list of county and religious archives with links to their web ..read more
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