Honing Your Research Skills

A large part of our genealogical time on the Internet is used for searching databases. Genealogy is, also, about learning research stategies. Sometimes, we are blocked or derailed in our efforts to trace our families because we are missing a key research strategy.

This week, I have compiled a list of links that are exceptional in helping us learn more about these strategies. Many of us know the basics of genealogy. So, I have left out beginner's sites. What is included are those that help us find help in some specific area research.

So if you are up against a brick wall, or have been avoiding some area of genealogical research because you are unsure of the steps, spend some time researching strategy at these sites. I have chosen these sites for the depth if their links and easy navigation in finding what you need.

DearMYRTLE Lessons - if you have a research question, Myrtle probably has a lesson to cover it

Back Issues of Family Tree Maker Online - organized into topics, covering numerous research articles to choose from, excellent source of help

RootsWeb's Guide to Tracing Family Trees - numerous lessons going beyond the beginner stage

Lineages' Genealogy Site: Research Rooms - divided by different areas of research, good help

What's New in Genealogy...Today!: Getting Answers - an interesting and helpful site

About Genealogy - How-to-Guide, by Kimberly Powell - various topics, a new and growing list with links for further information

These links will help you find the strategies to help you break down your brick wall. Happy Hunting.

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