FGS2017 has 9 sessions + 2 workshops to help with that!
Genealogists around the world are using DNA to break down long-standing
family history research brick walls.
At the FGS National Conference in Pittsburgh, our genetic
genealogy experts will help you learn what you need to know — whether you are
just a beginner or want to learn more advanced methods of using DNA test
results.
On Thursday and Saturday of our 4-day conference, we have
devoted a full track to DNA for genealogy learning, and on Saturday, we have
two more sessions dedicated to learning all about Ancestry DNA.
If you want a more in-depth experience, then we have two 4-hour workshops that will help you dive deeper into using DNA for your genealogy research. Click here to learn more.
Blaine Bettinger, PhD, JD
Advanced Third-Party Tools
Together we will examine some of the advanced tools from
GEDmatch, DNAGedcom, and others. We will also examine some of the new
third-party tools that have launched in the past year or so.
Gale French
Why oh Y-DNA for Genealogy— Basics of Y-DNA Testing
Sponsored by Family Tree DNA
This class will introduce you to Y-DNA and how it is used in
genealogy. Y-DNA testing is the process of getting your Y-chromosome results
for comparing with other testers. The Y-DNA test offers males a clear path from
you to a known or likely direct paternal ancestor(s). It is great for
genealogists wanting to confirm a paternal line. The course will also show how
women can use the test by recruiting a father, brother, cousin, or uncle to do
the test. Good genealogy is verified by an accurate paper trail; great
genealogy is supported by DNA results.
Janice Lovelace, PhD
Getting Started with DNA
Sponsored by MyHeritage
Autosomal, mitochondrial, Y-DNA— what do these terms mean and where do you start? This session focuses on the basics of genetic genealogy as it takes a beginning look at DNA testing for the genealogist.
Diahan Southard
The Combined Power of Y-DNA and Autosomal DNA: A Case Study
Using a case study, learn how Y-DNA and autosomal DNA testing
helped one family to better understand their own past and gave them incentive
to reach out and connect with others. We will cover methodology and the
sociology of this kind of situation and best practices for you and your family
as you strive to forge bonds with others in a non-traditional way.
Three Powerful Ways to Find Your Best DNA Matches
Sponsored by MyHeritage
Anyone with an autosomal DNA test likely has a long list of
potential relatives. But how do you make the most of those matches? Which
matches are worth your time and effort? Learn to use genetic and genealogical
clues to filter and sort your matches to make the most progress with your test
results.
Anna Swayne
Making Family Discoveries Using AncestryDNA
Sponsored by Ancestry
Learn about how DNA works, what’s new at AncestryDNA, and
how to get the most out of your DNA matches. We’ll provide an overview of
AncestryDNA and how it can help validate your research and find new leads.
Working with your DNA Matches
Sponsored by Ancestry
Do you want to learn more about what you can do with your
DNA matches? Get tips and tricks on how DNA matching works and how you can
leverage the tools at AncestryDNA to answer your genealogy questions.
Panel Session: Ask the DNA Experts
by Blaine Bettinger PhD, JD, Judy G. Russell JD, CG, CGL, Diahan Southard
Ask DNA experts your questions about DNA testing for
genealogy. Angie Bush, MS, will serve as moderator for this panel featuring
Blaine Bettinger, PhD, JD, Judy G. Russell, JD, CG, CGL, and Diahan Southard.
What does the future hold? What ethical and legal issues should be considered
when DNA testing? What tests, tools, and tricks do these experts use that may
help in your research?
Register Now!
Join us for the FGS 2017 National Conference, “Building
Bridges to the Past,” in Pittsburgh, PA, August 30-September 2, 2017. Register now to get the early-bird price which ends July 1, 2017.
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