BCGMethodology and SkillsGenealogical Proof StandardIntermediate

From Clues to Conclusions: Putting the Genealogical Proof Standard to Work

A promising record is only the beginning. Explore how the Genealogical Proof Standard turns clues into defensible conclusions through thorough research, critical analysis, correlation, conflict resolution, and clear writing. Case studies show the GPS at work—from online databases and freedman research to conclusions challenged by newly discovered records or DNA evidence.

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1
The Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS): A Review
with Shannon Green, CG®, CGG®, CGL®
01:15:14
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Beyond the First Clue: Unraveling a Genealogical Mystery with the GPS
with Gary Ball-Kilbourne, PhD, CG®, CGL®
01:12:36
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Databases, Search Engines, and the Genealogical Proof Standard
with David S. Ouimette, CG®, CGL®
01:17:07
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When Does Newfound Evidence Overturn a Proved Conclusion?
with Thomas W. Jones, PhD, CG, CGG
01:18:45
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Proving Identity and Kinship Using the GPS: Finding a Freedman's Family
with Nancy A. Peters, CG, CGL
01:10:24
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Reasonably Exhaustive Research: The First Criteria for Genealogical Proof
with Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG®, CGL®
01:00:44

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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETIONThis certificate is proudly presented toMember Namefor successfully completing the learning pathFrom Clues to Conclusions: Putting the Genealogical Proof Standard to WorkSeptember 3, 2026DATEGeoff RasmussenGeoff RasmussenFounder of Legacy Family Tree Webinars
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