Early American Literature
The library provides many resources to help you research Early American Literature for your English project.
If you need help, feel free to ask any of the librarians for assistance.
If you need help, feel free to ask any of the librarians for assistance.
Databases:
When searching in the databases, selecting your keywords is important in helping you find information on your topic.
Some keywords will not return the results that you need, so be patient and think about other terms that you can use instead.
***When using the database search function, remember to use “Keyword” for the search terms
instead of Document title or the other terms they provide***
Some keywords will not return the results that you need, so be patient and think about other terms that you can use instead.
***When using the database search function, remember to use “Keyword” for the search terms
instead of Document title or the other terms they provide***
Using Gale Student Resource in Context:
***Click on the Advanced Search tab to add your keyword***
***When using the database search function, remember to use “Keyword” for the search terms instead of Document title or the other terms they provide***
***When using the database search function, remember to use “Keyword” for the search terms instead of Document title or the other terms they provide***
Keywords: Dakota Access Pipeline and Standing Rock
An example you may find in Gale Student Resource in Context:
Morris, Catherine. "Tribal Culture, Oil Access Collide in North Dakota." Diverse Issues in Higher Education, 6 Oct. 2016, p. 8+. Student Resources In Context, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A467058258/SUIC? u=sicpl_main&sid=SUIC&xid=f6514887. Accessed 7 Sept. 2018.
***Remember that the provided MLA citations in Gale are not always correct.***
***In NoodleTools, you can edit capitalization errors in the article title.***
***In NoodleTools, you can edit capitalization errors in the article title.***
Using Explora:
***Click on the Advanced Search tab to add your keyword***
Keywords: Hollywood and American Indians
An example you may find in Explora:
Edgerton, Gary and Kathy Merlock Jackson. "Redesigning Pocahontas." Journal of Popular Film & Television, vol. 24, no. 2, Summer 96, p. 90. EBSCOhost, search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=lfh&AN=9704076374.
Accessed 7 Sept. 2018.
Accessed 7 Sept. 2018.
***Remember that the provided MLA citations in Explora are not always correct.***
***In NoodleTools, you can add the accessed date after the URL. Look for capitalization errors, too.***
***In NoodleTools, you can add the accessed date after the URL. Look for capitalization errors, too.***
Using Proquest:
***To search current newspapers, click on the News and Newspaper icon located on the main page,
then click Advanced Search to add your keyword(s). Put names or phrases in quotations to narrow down your search.***
then click Advanced Search to add your keyword(s). Put names or phrases in quotations to narrow down your search.***
Keywords: “Chris Pappan”
An example you may find in ProQuest:
Norton, Robyn. "Different Types of Native Art." Wisconsin State Journal, 6 Nov. 2017. ProQuest, https://search.proquest.com/docview/1968340134?accountid=164281. Accessed 7 Sept. 2018.
***Remember to look for formatting errors in the citation. You will need to manually correct the citation once you have it in NoodleTools. Look for capitalization errors in the author’s name and article title. The publication date should be formatted by day month year. Add the accessed date after the URL.***
Using CQ Researcher:
***Choose “Search CQ Researcher” when starting your search***
Keywords: Native American
An article you may find in CQ Researcher:
Lyons, Christina L. "Native American Sovereignty." CQ Researcher, 5 May 2017, pp. 385-408, library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher/cqresrre2017050500. Accessed 7 Sept. 2018.
***Remember that the provided MLA citations in CQ Researcher are not always correct.***
***In NoodleTools, you can add the accessed date after the URL. Look for capitalization errors, too.***
***In NoodleTools, you can add the accessed date after the URL. Look for capitalization errors, too.***
Internet Resources:
The following Internet resources may be helpful for this project.
Remember, when you search the Internet, it is up to you to evaluate the site for credibility and appropriateness.
Remember, when you search the Internet, it is up to you to evaluate the site for credibility and appropriateness.
National Museum of the American Indian (Smithsonian)
The Reel West Exhibit at the Eiteljorg in Indianapolis
“Woman Walks Ahead Lead Sees a Sea Change For Indigenous People on Film” NPR
“Field Museum to Open Two New Exhibitions Featuring Contemporary Native American Art”
“Drawing on Tradition: Kanza Artist Chris Pappan”
Native American Cultures
Native American Heritage Month – PBS
NPR – Stories about Native Americans
New York Times Topics – Native Americans
Huffington Post – Native Americans
National Indian Law Library – Selected News Articles
The Reel West Exhibit at the Eiteljorg in Indianapolis
“Woman Walks Ahead Lead Sees a Sea Change For Indigenous People on Film” NPR
“Field Museum to Open Two New Exhibitions Featuring Contemporary Native American Art”
“Drawing on Tradition: Kanza Artist Chris Pappan”
Native American Cultures
Native American Heritage Month – PBS
NPR – Stories about Native Americans
New York Times Topics – Native Americans
Huffington Post – Native Americans
National Indian Law Library – Selected News Articles