What is a warranty or quitclaim deed, and what kinds of documents are often filed with these deeds? What are the differences between public land and state land deeds, and what information can they reveal? What are the best sources for finding deeds? These are just a few of the questions that are answered in this course. Effective Use of Deeds is designed to help family historians hone their skills as they increase their proficiency in reading, transcribing, deciphering, and citing various deeds.
In Effective Use of Deeds, you will learn about types of deeds and other documents that may be associated with deeds. You will learn how to locate deeds in courthouses and libraries, use courthouse indexes, and select the deed you need. You’ll learn how the elements contained in a deed appear in a specific sequence and how to cite a deed. You’ll also learn how to transcribe and abstract a deed and how to analyze and evaluate its evidence.
The course is divided into five modules, which include readings, web links, and self-correcting quizzes as well as a glossary and reading and reference List. A full syllabus is provided to course registrants. The course modules are as follows.
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The Continuing Genealogical Studies series courses have no set time or date for attendance. These online courses are geared toward individuals who have schedules that are varied and may include work, volunteer, and personal demands. You prioritize your time management and your learning, so your course work can be scheduled at your own pace.
Upon registration, you have access to the course for six months from the date of registration. If you need extra time, a one-time extension of three months is granted by contacting the NGS Course Administrator.
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