Documentation and Source Citations

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in genealogical accreditation! ICAPGen(SM) is currently updating all training videos. For updated information, please see the Guide to Applying for an Accredited Genealogist® Professional here (scroll to bottom of page for link): https://icapgen.org/become-accredited/ Have you ever heard that you should cite your sources in your genealogy research? Why should you do that? How do you create citations? What counts as a source? Learn the answers to these questions and more to improve your skills as a genealogist with documentation and source citations. This video can also help you as you seek accreditation through ICAPGen(SM). Video Chapters: 0:25 Why should you cite your sources? 3:07 Ethics of citation 4:32 When is a source citation needed? 5:56 What is a source? 7:49 Choose a style 8:56 Components of a citation (and example one) 15:52 example two 24:20 Layered citations 26:44 Different citation formats 32:27 Tips for Accreditation Candidates The book Becoming an Excellent Genealogist: Essays on Professional Research Skills mentioned in the video can be purchased at https://www.icapgen.org/product/becoming-an-excellent-genealogist-essays-on-professional-research-skills/ This presentation was given by Diana Elder, AG®. Learn more about Diana at https://www.icapgen.org/find-an-ag-professional/diana-elder/ This video was produced for and under the direction of ICAPGen(SM). The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists, internationally recognized as ICAPGen, sets standards for the genealogical community through comprehensive written and oral examinations.To learn more about ICAPGen, visit https://www.icapgen.org/ The ICAPGen(SM) service mark and the Accredited Genealogist® and AG® registered marks are the sole property of the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists. All Rights Reserved.