Quick Links:And if you ever get stuck or overwhelmed with searching, don't hesitate to ask/email Mr. White and/or Ms. Barker for help!
Notes & Bibliography:
*While each database gives you the ability to cite your resource, you may need to create your own.
You are using Chicago Style.
NoodleToolsGenerates citations for Chicago Citation Styles, and much more!
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Before We Get Started...
And while Wikipedia is a fantastic source for initial research and topic finding, it is NOT to be used beyond STEP 1. DO NOT commit plagiarism by using information from these articles in your FINAL paper. Just as you would not copy sentences from a general encyclopedia, like Britannica, you should not copy from Wikipedia. You SHOULD definitely look at the notes, references, bibliography, and external links of articles which can lead you to academic sources that will strengthen your project.
You can also browse for topics with:
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Step 1: Choosing a Topic
"There are several methods.
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Units that you have covered or will cover this year (1500s-1990s):
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Background Knowledge:
Start by browsing some of the databases below to find a topic that you are interested in and what to purse in your project.
If our library does not have it, we can inter-library loan resources this year!
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Step 2: Creating a Research Question
"Finding a specific research question can be as simple as following a trail of documents until you get closer and closer. Raising questions at every step will help you figure out where to go next. It can be helpful to document your steps while you are looking for a research question so that you can see a path to follow. For the Boston Common example above, your path might look like this" (source) →→→→→→→→→→→→→→→
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Step 3: Further Your Search
*Each database has different resources that can help you in your quest.
Make sure to search each database to find new information and materials.* |
World History (Gale In Context)
Academic OneFile (Gale)
Biography (Gale In Context)
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Ms. Barker's Favorite Primary Source Websites:
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Primary Source ORRHS Databases:
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Boston Public Library Databases:
A BPL eCard gives you access to:
Just a few databases to get you started:
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*You will need to login with your BPL e-card number and pin.
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