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Why Research Logs?

$10.00

Research logs have long been invaluable for serious genealogists—both amateur and professional. They are the necessary tools that help us keep track of every document, when and where we found it and where we’ve kept it. In this talk, Ed McGuire will explain the major benefits of research logs, what elements they should contain and where they fit in your research process.

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Research logs have long been invaluable for serious genealogists—both amateur and professional. They are the necessary tools that help us keep track of every document, when and where we found it and where we’ve kept it. In this talk, Ed McGuire will explain the major benefits of research logs, what elements they should contain and where they fit in your research process. He’ll provide examples of five different categories, from paper to cloud-based, comparing the power and complexity of each. This presentation will also include a detailed handout with additional resources, recommendations, and easy steps that you can take immediately to put this powerful tool to work in your family research.