Historical research focuses on the use of primary sources along with secondary analysis. The following videos will help you understand the concepts and historical methodology. To locate primary sources, see the Primary Documents section in this guide.
1. Primary and Secondary Sources in History Explained (8:42)
(Open to full screen. If video does not play, view it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOXfArLq6uY)
2. How to Analyze Historical Sources (6:22)
(Open to full screen. If video does not play, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlJwiRz-t0A)
3. How to Research History (38:26 - Take his use of Google Scholar with a grain of salt; the library has more reliable databases)
(Open to full screen. If video does not play, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlJwiRz-t0A)
Academic Search Complete Post-July 18, 2025 Interface
Open to full screen
https://youtu.be/me4XB1Hc2LU?si=ygHwvEcv--gU0ImV
America: History and Life Post-July 18, 2025 Interface (This database covers American history and some Canadian History)
Open to full screen
https://youtu.be/bXjm5aBhZ3Q?si=orSke6d-kFBOdFW_
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