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HIST 17A Hoyt

United States History and United States Constitution

About this Guide

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This library research guide has information and tools useful for research assignments in Dr. Hoyt's class. Use the tabs on the left to:

  • learn about the research process
  • learn what databases are and how to find them on the library website
  • learn about various types of sources, including
    • primary, secondary, and tertiary
    • reference articles
    • scholarly articles
    • scholarly books
  • find recommended databases and other online search tools
  • find database video tutorials
  • learn strategies for searching in databases
  • learn strategies for finding primary sources online
  • find resources for citing in Chicago 17
  • get in contact with faculty librarians for additional research and learning support