STEP 2. Identifying KEYWORDS in your formulated questions
For example
Formulated question "How did the consequences of revolution shape the new order?"
ASIDE: Getting ready to research with Chrome
MHS Library suggests creating a
account via the MyBib website, then create a project to collect your citations and use the MyBib Chrome extension to collect citations as you research.
Chrome extension is essential if you are researching via search engines.
If you need further support or have questions, come and see me in the Library.
Search Strategy VCE History Revolutions
VCE History Revolutions, Unt 3: France
Area of Study 2: Consequences of Revolution: October 1789-1795
Outcome 2: Historical Inquiry: Investigation of the role of a leader of the French Revolution.
STEP 3. COLLECTING YOUR INFORMATION using databases e.g. EbscoHost
From the MHS Libguides select 'Search databases, articles, etc.' then select 'EbscoHost' or scroll down further and select the History Reference Centre (Ebsco).
The EBSCO journal articles will contain both PRIMARY and SECONDARY sources of information. Select 'online full text'. You also have the option to select 'peer reviewed' results.
For example
You can select 'Additional Information' for source details:
"Access options" enable you to view the document online or download a pdf.
STEP 4. COLLECTING YOUR INFORMATION using Search Engines
Note: Don't be put off the primary school interface.
Finding PRIMARY sources of information. Use your Revolutionary Leader's name
Searching in using the words "primary source" in the search bar
For example
Finding SECONDARY sources of information. Use your Revolutionary Leader's name and your keywords from your formulated questions.
Searching using and using the features
and
For example
Further online resources:
Liberty, Equality, Fraternity: Exploring the French Revolution website
Website which provides both summaries and in-depth explorations of The French Revolution. Includes essays and other text documents, images, maps and a timeline.
Eyewitness to History
Provides historical accounts from the point of view of people who experienced the event.