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HIST 17B Hoyt

United States History and California State and Local Government

About this Guide

Welcome HIST 17B

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 what databases are and how to find them on the library website
  • learn about various types of sources, including
    • primary vs. secondary
    • 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

Extra Credit Opportunity

Dr. Hoyt has an extra credit assignment related to the 2012 film Lincoln.

  • The library doesn't have a streaming option, but we have two copies of the DVD you can check out.
  • We don't have anything that can play DVDs, so you'll need access to a disc reader.
  • The check out period is1-week.
  • There are no late fines.

Class Session Slides