If you are a burgeoning genealogist, you might consider taking our study group based on the book Mastering Genealogical Proof (MGP) by Tom Jones. And if you are an established genealogist, you might consider a refresher on the topic. MGP covers the five elements of the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS):

1. Reasonably exhaustive research
2. Full and complete citations
3. Analysis and correlation of evidence
4. Resolution of conflicts
5. A written conclusion

The MGP book by Tom Jones was designed as a study guide with questions at the end of each chapter. This has been a fantastic way to study the topics of the GPS. He has them broken down into tangible parts, with examples from his own work. The GPS allows genealogists to be confident in their findings, especially as it pertains to tough problems. This book breaks all of that down into easy-to-understand concepts.

Our study groups work through his book, studying his examples, but we also add our own examples to those in the book. We have time for discussion of the book’s questions and of anything from it that is confusing or unclear, and we share our own experiences with those topics.

This year, we are only doing one session of MGP (to make way in our class schedule for a new exciting opportunity; stay tuned). This session will be led by Cyndi Ingle (of Cyndi’s List) and starts on 15 February 2025 and runs on Saturdays at 5pm Eastern for seven weeks.

Please visit this link for the full details.

To register, click here.

We hope you will join us! This opportunity won’t be available again until 2026!