Taiwan and South Korea
Welcome!!
Instructor: Megan Greene, mgreene@ku.edu
Welcome!
This LibGuide is designed to support you as you work on your final project. Whether you are just getting started or looking to dive deeper, you will find a wide range of KU Libraries resources and trusted online materials to guide you every step of the way. You will find practical tips on how to search for sources, understand academic databases, and cite your work properly.
What You’ll Find in This Guide:
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Databases
Explore recommended academic databases available through KU Libraries, including helpful videos about how to use them. -
Journals & Newspapers
Access selected academic journals and news publications to help you find credible and relevant sources. -
Web Sources
Find quality online news and digital content that can enrich your research, especially for primary source materials. -
References & Ebooks
Browse curated eBooks available through KU Libraries—all accessible with your KU ID—offering background information and scholarly insights. -
How-To Guides
Learn how to conduct research effectively, cite sources, and navigate KU Libraries' services.
How to Use This Guide:
If you are new to research, we recommend starting with the How-To Guides—especially the short videos on developing research topics, using the library search box, and finding sources.
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Begin your research with the Journals & Newspapers tab to get an overview and start collecting keywords.
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Then, head over to the Databases section to search for more in-depth scholarly articles.
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Use Reference & Ebooks to understand the historical, social, or economic background of your topic.
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Check out Web Sources for additional primary materials or contemporary perspectives.
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When you are ready to cite your sources, visit the How-To Guides for citation tools and style tips.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the librarians for support. Their contact info is on the right side of this page.
Contact the Librarian
Contact Cecilia Zhang, the Chinese Studies Librarian for China and Taiwan-related sources.
Contact Michiko Ito, the Japanese Studies Librarian for Japan and Korea-related sources.