Becoming a Genealogy N.I.N.J.A.: A New Look at Research Methodology and Brick Walls
Summary:
All genealogists have hit a brick wall at one point or another. For the new researcher this can be a painful and frustrating experience. Using sound genealogical research methodology is the first step in overcoming brick walls. The lecture will introduce learners to the NINJA approach to doing genealogical research. NINJA is an acronym that stands for Needs, Investigation, Notation, Justification, and Assessment. This approach represents a fresh look at the Genealogical Proof Standard that is designed specifically to assist beginner and intermediate researchers with overcoming brick wall problems in their research faster than guess work or haphazard research. This course will utilize real-world examples to demonstrate how the presenter used the NINJA method to overcome brick walls in his own research.
Learning Objectives:
1. All genealogical researchers hit brick walls in their research
2. Many brick wall problems can be overcome
3. Using sound research methods helps overcome brick walls
4. Using the NINJA approach can help overcome brick walls faster than guesswork
Presentation Level:
Beginner and Intermediate
All genealogists have hit a brick wall at one point or another. For the new researcher this can be a painful and frustrating experience. Using sound genealogical research methodology is the first step in overcoming brick walls. The lecture will introduce learners to the NINJA approach to doing genealogical research. NINJA is an acronym that stands for Needs, Investigation, Notation, Justification, and Assessment. This approach represents a fresh look at the Genealogical Proof Standard that is designed specifically to assist beginner and intermediate researchers with overcoming brick wall problems in their research faster than guess work or haphazard research. This course will utilize real-world examples to demonstrate how the presenter used the NINJA method to overcome brick walls in his own research.
Learning Objectives:
1. All genealogical researchers hit brick walls in their research
2. Many brick wall problems can be overcome
3. Using sound research methods helps overcome brick walls
4. Using the NINJA approach can help overcome brick walls faster than guesswork
Presentation Level:
Beginner and Intermediate
BONUS MATERIAL
Needs:
Understanding Needs: understanding_needs.pdf
Investigation:
Board for the Certification of Genealogists Learning Center: https://bcgcertification.org/learning/
BCG Research Ethics: https://bcgcertification.org/ethics-standards/researching/
Notation:
Citation Machine: http://www.citationmachine.net/
Evidence Explained: https://www.evidenceexplained.com/
Justification:
Evidence Explained: https://www.evidenceexplained.com/
Assessment:
Lisa Alzo Writing Course: https://www.researchwriteconnect.com/
Weebly: http://www.weebly.com
Understanding Needs: understanding_needs.pdf
Investigation:
Board for the Certification of Genealogists Learning Center: https://bcgcertification.org/learning/
BCG Research Ethics: https://bcgcertification.org/ethics-standards/researching/
Notation:
Citation Machine: http://www.citationmachine.net/
Evidence Explained: https://www.evidenceexplained.com/
Justification:
Evidence Explained: https://www.evidenceexplained.com/
Assessment:
Lisa Alzo Writing Course: https://www.researchwriteconnect.com/
Weebly: http://www.weebly.com
