West - AP AFam Research Project

1. Generate Keywords from your Claim:

Generating Keywords

Fill out the worksheet to help you develop the keywords you will need to search for articles related to your thesis in our online databases.

Keyword Worksheet.pdf

Ways to Narrow a Topic

2. Research your Claim:

EBSCO Discover (our entire database and print collection in one search box)

Individual databases to find arguments for and against your claim:

Individual Databases:

JSTOR: Independent Voices Collection - Black American

Access to writings and thoughts of those who led and participated in movements such as Black Power, the Black Arts Movement, Black Nationalism, Separatism, and Black Feminism

Access through the Alameda County Library

Please enter the barcode: 21157024363015 for access when asked and 27170 as the pin.

Access through the Alameda County Library

Please enter the barcode: 21157024363015 for access when asked and 27170 as the pin.

Access through the Alameda County Library

Please enter the barcode: 21157024363015 for access when asked and 27170 as the pin.

Off Campus Database Access

For accessing our library databases when off campus.

2. Searching Google:

When typing in Google to find articles, adding "site:edu" to your searches to limit your results to educational sites:

When you click on a result in Google, watchuse the following guide to determine if it's a good source for an academic assignment:

3. Using AI for Research:

4. Create your Work Cited Page using NoodleTools:

Login to NoodleTools:

Click the image to login and follow the steps below to complete your account.

Select your School Gmail Account

2. Make sure the option for student is selected and then click "Create Account."

3. Select your graduation year and click "Save Profile."

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