HIS 5060 The Historical Experience - Dr. Engle

HIS 5060: The Historical Experience Course Subject Guide provides a comprehensive resource hub designed to support students throughout their research journey in this course as they explore significant themes, events, and figures from various periods in history. This guide offers pathways to locate an array of research materials, including curated resources, databases, and scholarly tools to facilitate historical inquiry and academic growth.

Within the guide, users will find clearly organized tabs, each offering a distinct route for historical investigation:

• Find Books: Explore an extensive selection of resources through the library catalog, from foundational works covering key historical periods and figures to specialized monographs addressing particular themes. This section provides access to both physical and electronic holdings, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives and approaches to historical study.

• Get Articles: Gain access to a wide variety of scholarly articles from leading historical journals through direct links to databases and comprehensive online collections. These resources offer literature spanning case studies, peer-reviewed research, and critical reviews, allowing users to immerse themselves in contemporary historical interpretations and scholarship.

• Browse Journals: Engage with the discipline by browsing journals dedicated to major topics in history. This section provides direct entry to reputable academic journals authored by experts in the field, presenting valuable insights and the latest research on various periods and issues in history.

• Web Resources: Recognizing the importance of online materials in historical research, this section connects users to well-curated primary source guides developed by academic librarians, including digital archives, online exhibits, and guides on research methodologies. These resources offer authentic materials and firsthand accounts, enriching the study experience and enhancing understanding of complex historical issues.

This guide will continue to evolve to meet your research needs as the course progresses. Should you need assistance with your research strategy or encounter any challenges, please reach out to me or another librarian for support. We are here to help you navigate these resources and strengthen your research skills as you explore the historical experience