The following resources will help you with various assignments covered in HIS 102.
All resources are accessible from computers anywhere on TTC campuses. To access resources while off campus you will need a valid TTC student ID. The databases are available by clicking the Online Databases link from the library's Research page. For tutorials on using all online sources visit the research section of the library webpage.
Online Databases
Biography Resource Center - Contains biographies on over 1000 individuals from various walks of life. Biographical essays are taken from reputable reference sources. Also includes full text magazine articles and selected websites on individuals. Examples of Historic figures included in this database are Ataturk, “Mustafa” Kemal, Adenauer, Konrad and Darwin, Charles, etc. Biographical entries also include bibliographies and reference lists of additional Information
NetLibrary - Numerous electronic books are available on all topics covered in HIS 202 through TTC’s Online library (netLibrary). Using keyword search, enter the topic or subject you are studying. The resulting book titles are all fully available online. Examples of the titles found in NetLibrary include:
Charles Darwin and the Voyage of the Beagle by Charles Darwin. Champaign, Ill.: Project Gutenberg. (This book is not in Trident's ebook collection. Go directly to NetLibrary.)
Adenauer: The Father of the New Germany by Charles Williams. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2001.
Internet Sites
http://net.lib.byu.edu/~rdh/wwi/
Created by Brigham Young University, “this archive of primary documents from World War I has been assembled by volunteers of the World War I Military History List (WWI-L). The archive is international in focus and intends to present in one location primary documents concerning the Great War. Includes links to other sites.
http://www.wfa-usa.org/new/links.cfm
Created by the Western Front Association for those “eager to learn about what scholar-diplomat, George Kennan labeled ‘the seminal tragedy of the 20th century’.” Select “Diplomacy” for many articles re WWI.
http://users.tibus.com/the-great-war/
“The Great War of 1914 ended in 1918. For many years afterwards its causes, and the conduct of all the participants were minutely picked-over, investigated and analyzed. This site looks at articles surrounding that period of history. Links to other related sites.”
http://uscis.gov/graphics/services/natz/ - US Citizenship & Immigration Services
Official government site providing information on the processes of becoming a United States Citizen. Includes various downloadable guides including one called A Guide to Naturalization: A comprehensive booklet which provides information on the benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, an overview of the naturalization process and eligibility requirements. USCIS now offers this publication in several languages. (Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later to read this document.)
More Resources
The Research link from the library’s web page provides resources such as an MLA citation guide, web site evaluation guide, and statistical information. You will also find specific course resource pages and subject guides.
A good source for writing help is The Owl at Purdue, Purdue University’s Writing Center. This site walks you through the complete writing process.
Please remember that the LRC faculty and staff are here to assist you with your information needs. Feel free to contact us by clicking the “Contact Us” link at the top of any library page and choosing the contact method you wish. You may also call the reference desk directly at 574-6096.
Interviewing Skills - "How to Conduct an Interview"
http://stringers.media.mit.edu/interview.htm
This brief site offers good advice about how to prepare for an interview, conduct the interview, and then make use of the materials you gather when writing an article or paper.
