German 2510 Guide to Resources: The Cultural History of Germans in Missouri

Researching Germans in Missouri could take you in many different directions! This guide is designed to give you some starting places.
Many of us start with a Google or general internet search, but library databases are designed to organize information for optimal searching and can help you get past paywalls that sometimes block your path otherwise.

Some initial tips:

• Budget time for exploring!
• Keep track of where you've searched and what search terms you used so you can backtrack if you have new ideas.
• Start with broad areas and narrow your search down to specifics. Information on a specific topic may be contained within a book or article on a broader topic.
• Start with familiar keywords, but take note of subject headings/tags/descriptors that suggest new terms to use.
• Check out the sources cited by books and articles. You're joining a group conversation, so these citations can introduce you to other participants.

If you feel stuck at any point, please ask for help! This guide just gives starting places. Once you know more where you're going, we can give you more specific directions and suggestions.