Indexing

Training Program: Indexing Genealogical and Historical Records

Lesson 1: Introduction to Indexing

• Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the importance of indexing.
  • Learn about the types of records available for indexing.
  • Set up an indexing account on churchofjesuschrist.org.
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Speaker Notes:
  • Explain the significance of indexing in preserving historical records.
  • Discuss the various types of records (census, birth, marriage, etc.) that need indexing.
  • Guide learners through account creation on churchofjesuschrist.org.
• Homework Assignment:
  • Create an indexing account and explore available projects.
• Resources:
  • Why Is Indexing Important?
  • Getting Started with Indexing

Lesson 2: Basic Indexing Principles

• Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the indexing process.
  • Learn about key terms (batch, field, record, etc.).
  • Practice indexing a sample batch.
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Speaker Notes:
  • Explain how indexing works (volunteers transcribe and extract data from records).
  • Define essential terms used in indexing.
  • Walk learners through indexing a practice batch.
• Homework Assignment:
  • Index a small batch of records.
• Resources:
  • Indexing Basics Tutorial

Lesson 3: Advanced Indexing Techniques

• Learning Objectives:
  • Explore advanced indexing features (corrections, arbitration, etc.).
  • Understand project-specific guidelines.
  • Collaborate with other indexers.
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Speaker Notes:
  • Discuss techniques for handling corrections and resolving discrepancies.
  • Highlight project-specific instructions (different projects have unique requirements).
  • Encourage collaboration with fellow indexers.
• Homework Assignment:
  • Review and correct an indexed batch.
• Resources:
  • Advanced Indexing Tips
  • Project Instructions

Lesson 4: Mobile Indexing App

• Learning Objectives:
  • Download and install the FamilySearch Indexing mobile app.
  • Learn how to index on a mobile device.
  • Practice indexing using the app.
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Speaker Notes:
  • Guide learners through downloading the mobile app.
  • Demonstrate how to index records using the app.
  • Emphasize the convenience of mobile indexing.
• Homework Assignment:
  • Index a batch using the mobile app.
• Resources:
  • FamilySearch Indexing App

Feel free to explore the provided resources for each lesson, and let me know if you need any further assistance or additional materials. Happy indexing! 📜🔍

Learn more

1familysearch.org2ngsgenealogy.org3census.gov4familysearch.org