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* Learn more about the basics from FamilySearch.org at https://www.familysearch.org/dna-testing | * Learn more about the basics from FamilySearch.org at https://www.familysearch.org/dna-testing | ||
* | * Many DNA Classes were offered during RootsTech 2023 and are still available online. Check out the [https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023 RootsTech page for DNA Day] to learn more. | ||
* [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center Jelly Genes] allows you to see how your DNA is inherited randomly. | * [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center Jelly Genes] allows you to see how your DNA is inherited randomly. | ||
*DNA test family artifacts at https://www.totheletterdna.com/ | *DNA test family artifacts at https://www.totheletterdna.com/ | ||
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Welcome to DNA Day![edit | edit source]
National DNA Day is Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Come celebrate with the FamilySearch Library and RootsTech. The Library, in partnership with RootsTech, is sponsoring six DNA related classes. RootsTech.org is then offering two additional exclusive classes. Library classes will be taught via Zoom and broadcast live to RootsTech, Facebook and YouTube. Recordings of the classes will be available on RootsTech following the event.
DNA Day at the FamilySearch Library[edit | edit source]
Wondering about the hype surrounding DNA? Come learn about DNA, find out if taking a DNA test is right for you, which tests you can take, and how it might help you in your family history.
Schedule[edit | edit source]
| Time | Class Title | Description | View Online | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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9:00 am MDT |
DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy |
Have you heard your friends and fellow genealogists enthuse about DNA but don’t know what it’s all about? Wondering if a DNA test is right for you? Come learn about DNA, why it’s valuable, which tests you can take, and how it might be helpful in your genealogy research. |
RootsTech | Handout |
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10:15 am MDT |
Why Oh Why Do Your Y-DNA? |
Have you ever heard of a Y-DNA test or wondered if you should take one? This class will discuss the value of Y-DNA, who can take a Y-DNA test, and where to purchase a test. It will also discuss the differences levels of testing (37, 111, and Big-Y), haplogroups, SNP's, STR's, and above all how to solve genealogical problems. |
RootsTech | Handout |
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11:30 am MDT |
Getting Started with atDNA Part 1: Clustering |
The process of clustering or grouping your DNA matches into genetic networks is an essential part of using DNA for genealogy research. This class will introduce the concept of clustering and walk you through the process of grouping your own DNA matches. |
RootsTech | Handout |
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1:00 pm MDT |
Getting Started with at DNA Part 2: Determining Relationships |
Your DNA matches are probably your relatives. But a DNA test only suggests a relationship exists. This class will walk you through the process of determining the common ancestor between you and a DNA match or among a cluster of DNA matches. |
RootsTech | Handout |
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2:00 pm MDT |
Double Trouble: Using DNA to Solve Two Generations of Adoptions |
Come see how DNA and traditional genealogical research were used to solve a case with two generations of adoptions. |
RootsTech | Handout |
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3:00 pm MDT |
Finding an Unknown Father Using DNA: A Case Study |
Come see how DNA and traditional genealogical research were used to identify an unknown father. |
RootsTech | Handout |
| 4:00 pm MDT | A RootsTech Chat with DNA Expert Diahan Southard | RootsTech exclusive | RootsTech | none |
| 5:00 pm MDT | DNA Search Angels to the Rescue | RootsTech exclusive | RootsTech | none |
Other Resources[edit | edit source]
- Learn more about the basics from FamilySearch.org at https://www.familysearch.org/dna-testing
- Many DNA Classes were offered during RootsTech 2023 and are still available online. Check out the RootsTech page for DNA Day to learn more.
- Jelly Genes allows you to see how your DNA is inherited randomly.
- DNA test family artifacts at https://www.totheletterdna.com/
Past DNA Day Celebrations[edit | edit source]
The FamilySearch Library first celebrated DNA Day on April 25, 2019. Classes taught included:
- DNA: An Introduction to Genetic Genealogy (Recording Handout)
- DNA: I've Tested, Now What? (Recording | Handout)
- Finding an Unknown Parent Using DNA: A Case Study (Handout)
- Making DNA Connections through Descendancy Research (Recording | Handout)
Class taught during DNA Day in 2021 included:
- Why Genealogists Use DNA (Recording)
- How Genealogists Use DNA (Recording)
- Grouping DNA Matches (Recording)
- Using DNA to Determine Relationships (Recording)
- Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study (Recording)
- Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study (Recording)
Classes taught in 2022 included:
- DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy (Recording | Handout)
- Grouping DNA Matches (Recording | Handout)
- Using DNA to Determine Relationships (Recording | Handout)
- Quick and Dirty Trees: Crowdsourcing Your DNA Connections (Recording | Handout)
- Visual Phasing and Reconstruction (Recording | Handout)
- Immigration Research and DNA: A Case Study (Recording | Handout)
- Using DNA to Find an Unknown Grandparent: A Case Study (Recording)