Assumptions: Problem-Solving Friend or Foe? (a 2023 Reisinger Lecture)
Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®, AGL™
Content
Welcome
1m 11s
Introduction
1m 44s
Assumptions
2m 51s
Fundamental Assumptions
5m 44s
Unsound Assumptions
5m 35s
Fayette
4m 26s
Jennie
7m 48s
Elizabeth
10m 43s
Don't Give Up
4m 50s
About this webinar
Do you have an unsolved research problem? Have you critically examined assumptions made during the research process? Some assumptions are valid, or even fundamental, but incorrect or misguided assumptions can act as mortar for genealogical brick walls. Learn to recognize, categorize, and address various types of assumptions to form sound genealogical conclusions.
This class is presented live at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City as part of the Joy Reisinger Memorial Lecture Series and is being broadcasted by Legacy Family Tree Webinars.
About the speaker
Jennifer Zinck is a professional genealogist, writer, editor, and educator who combines evidence-based research with a genuine enthusiasm for uncovering the past. She holds the Certified Genealogist® ...
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Comments (45)
Such a fabulous lecture!! I am motivated from Jenn's examples in her talk, and I look forward to applying the Genealogical Standards more systematically in the area of assumptions.
Brilliant presentation, which shows us how to follow ancestors and to research all possibilities to gain the maximum knowledge available about those individuals and their family unit.
Another great webinar - very useful information on Assumptions and how to evaluate evidence. Thak you for sharing this information.
Excellent session!
Great reminder about assumptions in genealogical research. Nice examples of assessing types of assumptions and verifying them with further research.
Very good, I did not realize how many assumtions we automatically make in our research of the ancestors.
AMAZING! Clear, concise, methodical....WOWZERS did I learn a lot! I will keep these three key words regarding assumptions (recognize, categorize, address) in front of me, especially as I make spreadsheets of my research information. Thank you so very much!
Clearly outlined her information . Great examples to prove and disprove information .