Quick Links:And if you ever get stuck or overwhelmed with searching, don't hesitate to ask/email Dr. Carroll 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.
NoodleTools
Generates citations for Chicago Citation Styles, and much more!
Ms. Barker's Favorite Video & Media Resources:
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You will be researching and writing a paper on a famous reformer from the first half of the 19th century. To successfully complete this assignment you will need to address the following:
Pick a reformer to research:
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 (see below), 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.
Ms. Barker's Favorite Browsing Websites:
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Further Your Search:
Relevant Print Resources:
If our library does not have it, we can inter-library loan resources this year!
Relevant Databases:
*Each database has different resources that can help you in your quest.
Make sure to search each database to find new information and materials.*
Make sure to search each database to find new information and materials.*
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U.S. History (Gale In Context)Biography (Gale In Context)
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Britannica School
eLibrary
Academic OneFile (Gale)↑↑ For More Advanced General Searches ↑↑
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Ms. Barker's Favorite Primary Source Websites:
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Primary Source ORRHS Databases:
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Creating a Thesis Statement:
- Gather and review a wide range of sources on your topic.
- Look for the key arguments in these sources.
- Settle on a main claim that is provable with evidence you've found.
- Make sure your main claim resists easy refutation by narrowing your scope and addressing competing claims.
- Formulate your main claim in a one- to two-sentence thesis statement.
- Revise your thesis statement to make sure it accurately reflects the organization of your argument.
Boston Public Library Databases:
As a Massachusetts Resident*, you have access to the Boston Public Library and can get an online eCard!
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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