African American History and Slavery Research Guide
Library Liaison
: Jill Brophy
Phone: 440-366-7285
Email:
jbrophy@lorainccc.edu
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Step One: Start with the LCCC Library--Reference and Circulating Books
Primary subject locations for History are:
900's
Subject Searches:
African Americans
or
Slavery, United Sates
The LCCC Library Reference collection is an excellent source for broad overviews, detailed definitions, or specific data. The Reference collection includes subject specific dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, and manuals.
Electronic Book Center:
American History
History E-Book Project
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center E-Books
Step Two: Next try the Research Databases--Articles from journals and magazines
African American History and Slavery Research Databases
OhioLINK Quick Search: History
Click on the Radio Button to the left of the History articles link and you will be able to search: Academic Search Premier, America: History and Life, Historical Abstracts, American Periodical Series.
Electronic Journal Center (EJC): History
Step Three: Try credible Internet Resources
Recommended
African American History and Slavery websites
provide excellent educational resources and publications.
Step Four: Need Additional Help?
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