Quick Links:And if you ever get stuck or overwhelmed with searching, don't hesitate to ask/email Mr. Everett 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!
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Relevant Print Resources:
If our library does not have it, we can inter-library loan resources this year!
Relevant Encyclopedias:
*Note: Wikipedia is a fantastic source for initial research and topic finding. Additionally, looking at the notes, references, bibliography, and external links of articles can lead you to academic sources that will strengthen your project. Wikipedia is NOT a citable source for this caliber of research paper, DO NOT commit plagiarism by using information from these articles in your paper. Just as you would not copy sentences from a general encyclopedia, like Britannica (see below), you should not copy from Wikipedia.*
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Student Selected Topic
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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Relevant Print Resources:If our library does not have it, we can inter-library loan resources this year!
Relevant Databases:ORR Databases: |
Secondary Sources:
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.
Classroom Video
Step 2: Creating a Research Question
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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.*
Make sure to search each database to find new information and materials.*
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World History (Gale In Context)
Biography (Gale In Context)
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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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Boston Public Library Databases:
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Step Five: Into & Thesis:
How do I write a thesis? |
How do I organize my argument? |