History Research Guide: Western Civilization 2
This guide will point students to print and online sources which are useful when researching historical topics.
Web Based Films & Media
- Annenberg Media (learner.org)a collection of free educational films including such titles as "The Constitution: A Delicate Balance" and "Democracy in America." Requires one time free registration. These films are also accessible through the Library's online catalog
- Internet Moving Images Archivea huge collection of uploaded films reflecting a wide range of cultural pheonmenon including cartoons, news, public affairs, arts, sports, etc. A remarkable collection of cultural filmed artifacts
Films and Media in the Library
Films are a particularly rich media for presenting historical information. One can search for films in the Library's online catalog by restricting your search to the Video keyword search box. Instructional films are intended for classroom use and cannot be checked out of the Library, however; they may be viewed on workstations in the Library.
The following historical films may be of interest:
- The Arabs make their entrance: Islam and empire. - Classroom DVD 125
- Why we fight : World War II, the complete series: produced by Frank Capra. - Classroom Video 1409
- The war / produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick - Classroom DVD 299
- The Industrial Revolution - Classroom Video 516
- Great events of the 20th century - Classroom Video 891
