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| A three-hour series about how to '''read old documents''' can be found [https://www.familysearch.org/en/help/helpcenter/lessons/old-german-script-part-1 '''here''']. A ten-part online [https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/german-paleography-seminar-introduction '''German Paleography Seminar'''] is available that focuses on how to decipher simple German-language records by recognizing and writing letters in Kurrent, recognizing key genealogical terms, and recognizing common German names. | | A three-hour series about how to '''read old documents''' can be found [https://www.familysearch.org/en/help/helpcenter/lessons/old-german-script-part-1 '''here''']. A ten-part online [https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/german-paleography-seminar-introduction '''German Paleography Seminar'''] is available that focuses on how to decipher simple German-language records by recognizing and writing letters in Kurrent, recognizing key genealogical terms, and recognizing common German names. |
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| Another helpful learning tool is the [https://script.byu.edu/Pages/the-german-documents-pages/the-german-documents(english) '''German Script Tutorial''']. This tutorial shows how letters are formed, provides practice exercises, and allows students to test their knowledge. | | Another helpful learning tool is the [https://script.byu.edu/german-handwriting/introduction '''German Script Tutorial''']. This tutorial shows how letters are formed, provides practice exercises, and allows students to test their knowledge. |
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| Taking a course in German genealogy from a reputable college is also a worthwhile option for those who want to succeed in reading old German script. Such a course provides opportunities to practice your reading ability. For example, Brigham Young University - Independent Study offers such a free course in [http://is.byu.edu/courses/pe/999022071006/public/start.htm German Research]. | | Taking a course in German genealogy from a reputable college is also a worthwhile option for those who want to succeed in reading old German script. Such a course provides opportunities to practice your reading ability. For example, Brigham Young University - Independent Study offers such a free course in [http://is.byu.edu/courses/pe/999022071006/public/start.htm German Research]. |