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History Research Guide

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Welcome to your History research guide! This guide will help you with research-related History assignments at Valley College. Begin by taking a look at the "Research Cycle" below, especially the video titled "The Research Process."

Each step in the process is covered in the upcoming pages of this guide. Make your way through the guide by clicking on the blue tabs on the left-hand side of the screen (top if you're on mobile), or by clicking on the "Previous" / "Next" buttons at the bottom of each page.

The Research Cycle

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1. Explore Your Topic

Before you settle on a topic, it's a good idea to do some background research first. The Library is a great source for background information!

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