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== Why Family History? == | == Why Family History? == | ||
Why do members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do family history research? They do it because they are motivated by a love of their heritage. | Why do members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do family history research? They do it because they are motivated by a love of their heritage. | ||
=== PURPOSE === | === PURPOSE === | ||
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In addition to this booklet, the video presentation A Guide to Research is also available to introduce you to the research process. | In addition to this booklet, the video presentation A Guide to Research is also available to introduce you to the research process. | ||
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== 1. IDENTIFY WHAT YOU KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAMILY == | == 1. IDENTIFY WHAT YOU KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAMILY == | ||
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=== FILL OUT A PEDIGREE CHART AND FAMILY GROUP RECORD === | === FILL OUT A PEDIGREE CHART AND FAMILY GROUP RECORD === | ||
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== 2. DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR FAMILY == | == 2. DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR FAMILY == | ||
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=== SELECT AN ANCESTOR === | === SELECT AN ANCESTOR === | ||
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== 3. SELECT RECORDS TO SEARCH == | == 3. SELECT RECORDS TO SEARCH == | ||
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=== IDENTIFY A RECORD CATEGORY === | === IDENTIFY A RECORD CATEGORY === | ||
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The index identifies only the parents or spouse of a person. It does not show family members linked together in pedigrees or family groups as does Ancestral File. | The index identifies only the parents or spouse of a person. It does not show family members linked together in pedigrees or family groups as does Ancestral File. | ||
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== International Genealogical Index == | == International Genealogical Index == | ||
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When you find a book or microfilm that you want to view, write the complete call number, author, and title in your research log (see the example). Then obtain the book or microfilm as explained in step 4. | When you find a book or microfilm that you want to view, write the complete call number, author, and title in your research log (see the example). Then obtain the book or microfilm as explained in step 4. | ||
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== Family History Library Catalog Entry, Surname Section == | == Family History Library Catalog Entry, Surname Section == | ||
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If you do not find any records listed under a place, search for records of other jurisdictions, such as the state, county, or city. You can also look for records of nearby places. Do not hesitate to ask a staff member for assistance. | If you do not find any records listed under a place, search for records of other jurisdictions, such as the state, county, or city. You can also look for records of nearby places. Do not hesitate to ask a staff member for assistance. | ||
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== Family History Library Catalog Entry, Locality Section == | == Family History Library Catalog Entry, Locality Section == | ||
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== 4. OBTAIN AND SEARCH THE RECORD == | == 4. OBTAIN AND SEARCH THE RECORD == | ||
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=== OBTAIN THE RECORD === | === OBTAIN THE RECORD === | ||
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== 5. USE THE INFORMATION == | == 5. USE THE INFORMATION == | ||
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=== EVALUATE THE INFORMATION === | === EVALUATE THE INFORMATION === | ||
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Ask a staff member about classes, printed aids, video training programs, and other instructional resources. Genealogical forms and instructional publications are available for sale. In the Family History Library, items for sale are located near each copy center. | Ask a staff member about classes, printed aids, video training programs, and other instructional resources. Genealogical forms and instructional publications are available for sale. In the Family History Library, items for sale are located near each copy center. | ||
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=== Accredited Genealogist® Professionals === | === Accredited Genealogist® Professionals === | ||
If you wish to hire a researcher, ask a staff member for a list of accredited genealogist® professionals and the publication Hiring a Professional Genealogist. A list of qualified researchers can be found at [http://www.icapgen.org www.icapgen.org]. These people have passed a major examination in a geographic or subject area. They sign a code of ethics and renew their credentials every five years. <!--{12084467921401} --><!--{12084467921402} --> | |||
If you wish to hire a researcher, ask a staff member for a list of accredited genealogist® professionals and the publication Hiring a Professional Genealogist. A list of qualified researchers can be found at [http://www.icapgen.org www.icapgen.org]. These people have passed a major examination in a geographic or subject area. They sign a code of ethics and renew their credentials every five years. <!--{ | |||
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=== Correspondence === | === Correspondence === | ||
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Note: Also search the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]], Subject section for key topics in your objective. | Note: Also search the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]], Subject section for key topics in your objective. | ||
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[[Category:Beginners]] | [[Category:Beginners]] | ||