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Ms.Naylor's Projects

ASIAN STUDIES 12

THE STRUGGLE FOR IDENTITY:  KOREA, CHINA, JAPAN (1860 - 1900)

RESOURCES

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​BOOKS:  Use the books on the trolley.  You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and select "Vancouver Technical Secondary".  Log in at the upper left using your student number and password.  Select the "Catalog" tab and specify Vancouver Technical Secondary to search for additional books in
our library.  Remember to look for keywords, websites and other possible book resources in the books on the trolley.   A Works Cited list / Bibliography from a book can be a great source of additional resources.


VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  http://library.vsb.bc.ca ).
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • EBSCO HOST
  • Global Issues In Context
  • History Channel
  • ​World Book Advanced
​Use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Remember, databases may have links to other helpful resources on your topic.


WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  ​​
  • Asian Studies (Oxford Research Encyclopedias)​
  • Historycom: China
  • Historycom: Japan
  • Historycom: Korea
  • Historycom:  Qing Dynasty (China)
  • Historycom: Togugawa Period and Meiji Restoration (Japan)
  • ThoughtCo. History and Culture

​Under the HOME tab of this website, go to "Library Links" and use the "Website Evaluation and Searching Tips" section , to help you determine if you can rely on an unknown website. 

​WORKS  CITED
There are several possible MLA9 citation generators for your Works Cited list, such as,  easybib.com , BibMe , Citation Machine or the World Book Citation Builder. Select Manual Entry mode when using a citation generator as this will also teach you how to read a citation.
  • format your page using Times New Roman 12, double-spacing, hanging indents and alphabetical order  
SS 8

WEST AFRICAN KINGDOMS:  GHANA (11th Century), MALI (14th Century), SONGHAI (15th Century)

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RESOURCES

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​BOOKS:  Use the books on the trolley.  You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and log in at the upper left using your student number and password.  Select "Vancouver Technical Secondary" from the drop down menu.   Select the "Catalog" tab to search for additional books in our library.  Remember to look for keywords, websites and other possible book resources in the books on the trolley.


VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  
http://library.vsb.bc.ca ).
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • EBSCO HOST
  • Global Issues in Context
  • History Channel
  • ​World Book Student
​Use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Remember, databases may have links to other helpful resources on your topic.


WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  
  • Ancient History Encyclopedia - Ghana
  • Oxford Research Encyclopedia - West Africa - Soninke (founded Ghana Empire)
  • BBC BiteSize History - Benin and other West African Kingdoms
  • Exploring Africa (Michigan State University)​
  • Fordham University (primary documents)
  • MrDonnOrg - African Kingdoms
  • Story of Africa (BBC World Service)
  • ThoughtCo. History and Culture
  • ThoughtCo. History and Culture  - Sonni Ali (Biography of the Songhai Monarch)
  • ​ThoughtCo. History and Culture - Mali (Splendor in Medieval Africa)
  • West African Kingdoms (BBC World Service)​

​Under the HOME tab of this website, go to "Library Links" and use the "Website Evaluation and Searching Tips" section , to help you determine if you can rely on an unknown website. 

​WORKS  CITED
There are several possible MLA9 citation generators for your Works Cited list, such as,  easybib.com , BibMe , Citation Machine or C​itefast.com . Select Manual Entry mode when using a citation generator as this will also teach you how to read a citation.
  • format your page using Times New Roman 12, double-spacing, hanging indents and alphabetical order  
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SS 9

REVOLT!

Create and infographic:  https://piktochart.com/formats/infographics/

​​RESOURCES:


​​BOOKS:  Use the books on the trolley.  You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and log in at the upper left using your student number and password.  Select "Vancouver Technical Secondary" from the drop down menu.   Select the "Catalog" tab to search for additional books in our library.  Remember to look for keywords, websites and other possible book resources in the books on the trolley.

​VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  
http://library.vsb.bc.ca ).
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • EBSCO HOST
  • Global Issues in Context
  • History Channel
  • ​World Book Student
​Use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Remember, databases may have links to other helpful resources on your topic.

WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  

The American Revolution: (1775-1783)
Secondary Sources: 
  • PBS: Liberty! The American Revolution
  • History.com: American Revolution
​Primary Sources:
  • Internet Modern History Sourcebook (Fordham University): American Independence                                     

The Haitian Revolution: (1794-1804)
Secondary Sources: 
  • PBS:  The Haitian Revolution
  • Britannia Academic Edition: The Haitian Revolution
Primary Sources:
  • ​Digital History: The Haitian Revolution

The French Revolution: (1789-1799)
Secondary Sources: 
  • History.com: French Revolution
  • Britannica Academic Edition: French Revolution
Primary Sources:
  • Internet Modern History Sourcebook (Fordham University): French Revolution

The Russian Revolution: (1917)
Secondary Sources: 
  • Britannica Academic Edition: Russian Revolution of 1917
  • History.com: Russian Revolution
  • History Guide: Lecture on the Russian Revolution
  • Thought.com: Russian Revolution of 1917
Primary Sources:
  • Internet Modern History Sourcebook (Fordham University): Russian Revolution

The Cuban Revolution: (1956-1959)
Secondary Sources:
  • ​PBS: Fidel Castro
  • History.com: Batista Forced Out Castro-Led Revolution
Primary Sources:
  • ​Schaffer Library: Cuba and the Cuban Revolution

The Iranian Revolution: (1978-1979)
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Secondary Sources:
  • BBC In Pictures: The Iranian Revolution
  • Britannica Academic Edition: Iranian Revolution of 1978-79
Primary Sources:
  • Internet Modern History Sourcebook (Fordham University): Iranian Revolution

The Nicaraguan Revolution: (1979)
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Secondary Sources:
  • Country Studies: The Sandinista Revolution
Primary Sources:
  • National Security Archive Electronic Briefing Book: The Contras, Cocaine, and Covert Operations
  • Finding Dulcinea: On this Day: Regan Endorses Support of Nicaraguan Contras


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​Under the HOME tab of this website, go to "Library Links" and use the "Website Evaluation and Searching Tips" section , to help you determine if you can rely on an unknown website. 

​WORKS  CITED
There are several possible MLA9 citation generators for your Works Cited list, such as,  easybib.com , BibMe , Citation Machine or C​itefast.com . Select Manual Entry mode when using a citation generator as this will also teach you how to read a citation.
  • format your page using Times New Roman 12, double-spacing, hanging indents and alphabetical order  

SS 9:  IMPERIALISM & COLONIALISM (1450 - 1914)

RESOURCES:

BOOKS:  Use the books on the trolley.  You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and log in at the upper left using your student number and password.  Select "Vancouver Technical Secondary" from the drop down menu.   Select the "Catalog" tab to search for additional books in our library.  Remember to look for keywords, websites and other possible book resources in the books on the trolley.

​

VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  http://library.vsb.bc.ca ).
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • EBSCO HOST
  • Global Issues in Context
  • History Channel
  • ​World Book Student
​Use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Remember, databases may have links to other helpful resources on your topic.

​
​WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  

SOME PRIMARY SOURCES:
  • EyeWitness To History  (Search available)
  • FORDHAM UNIVERSITY - IMPERIALISM    (U.S.)
  • HISTORY.COM  (Search available at the top right)
  • NATIONAL ARCHIVES (UK)   (Search available at the top right)

OTHER WEBSITES:
  • BBC NEWS COUNTRY PROFILES (U.K.) (Choose your country)
  • Canada Pre-Confederation-Contact (opentextbc.ca)
  • Canadian History Post-Confederation  (opentextbc.ca)  (Use table of contents on the right to access the balance of Chapter 11 on First Nations)
  • CBC Pre-Confederation British North America
  • CIA World Fact Book - Country Profiles

ANCIENT  CHINA,  INDIA  & ISLAM

RESOURCES

​BOOKS: 
  • Use the books on the trolley / tables. 
  • You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and select "Vancouver Technical Secondary".  Don't forget to browse our Reference shelves for resources.
    • Log in at the upper left using your student number and password. 
    • Select the "Catalog" tab and specify Vancouver Technical Secondary to search for additional books in our library.  Remember, IN ADDITION TO CONTENT, books also contain keywords, and suggested websites useful for print and digital searches. 
    • A Works Cited list / Bibliography from a book can be a great source of additional resources.


VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  http://library.vsb.bc.ca ).
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • History Channel
  • National Geographic Kids
  • ​World Book Student
Use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Remember, databases may have links to other helpful resources on your topic.


WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  
  • ​Ancient History Encyclopedia 
  • Khan Academy (use search box)
  • ThoughtCo.  (use search box)​​

SS8   THE WORLD:  1450 CE - 1750 CE: European Renaissance; Ming Dynasty; Incan or Aztec Empires; Songhay/Songhai Empire; Ottoman Empire; Mughal/Mogul  Empire

RESOURCES:

BOOKS:  Use the books on the trolley.  You can search for other print resources by going to the library software at http://library.vsb.bc.ca and log in at the upper left using your student number and password.  Select "Vancouver Technical Secondary" from the drop down menu.   Select the "Catalog" tab to search for additional books in our library.  Remember,  in addition to content, these books also contain keywords and references to websites and other books that may help with your research.

VSB DATABASES:  Accessible from the Home tab once logged into the library software (  
http://library.vsb.bc.ca ). For information on how to access the databases from home, use the "About Login" button immediately above the databases.
Helpful databases may include:
​
  • EBSCO HOST​
  • ​World Book Student
​Again, use keywords found in books and other resources to help with your searches.  Databases may also contain links to other helpful resources on your topic.

​WEBSITES:  Below is a list of websites you may find helpful.  ​Remember, a good website may have links to other resources on your topic.  If you discover any other great websites during your research, let us know and we may be able to post them here.  
  • ​Ancient History Encyclopedia  (use search box)
  • Encyclopedia Britannica (use search box, allows 2 free articles per month)
  • European Renaissance (scroll down under the Teachers' Projects tab above, until you find the Renaissance page)
  • History.com  (use search box)
  • Khan Academy (use search box)
  • ThoughtCo.  (use search box)
  • West African Kingdoms (BBC World Service)

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WEBSITE / RESOURCE EVALUATION

Under the HOME tab of this website, go to "Library Links" and use the "Website Evaluation and Searching Tips" section , to help you determine if you can rely on an unknown website. 

​WORKS  CITED
There are several possible MLA9 citation generators for your Works Cited list, such as,  easybib.com , BibMe , Citation Machine or C​itefast.com . Select Manual Entry mode when using a citation generator as this will also teach you how to read a citation.
  • format your page using Times New Roman 12, double-spacing, hanging indents and alphabetical order  
​Works Cited checklist
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