This guide covers search tools for research relating to the history and philosophy of sport
KIN 3131W : History and Philosophy of Sport
Getting help
- Library tutorialsA directory of tutorials from the University Libraries on a number of topics, including but not limited to: evaluating sources, search strategies, academic integrity, and more.
- Book an appointment with a Peer Research ConsultantPeer Research Consultants are highly-trained undergraduate students who can help you refine your topic and find resources
- Book an appointment with librarian Stephanie SparrowStephanie is the librarian who works with the School of Kinesiology
Start with:
- SPORTDiscusPremier index for subjects relating to kinesiology and sport.
- Google Scholar (Setup connection to get to PDFs)The academic side of Google - use this to access scholarly journal articles across disciplines. Best used as a complement to other databases, not your only resource.
Connect via this link or the Libraries' website. If you don't see FindIt links to check for full-text, go to the Menu icon in the upper left, then choose Settings>>Library Links and choose University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Sometimes the FindIt linkis hidden behind the >> icon. - Academic Search PremierA great place to start your research on any topic, search multidisciplinary, scholarly research articles. This database provides access to scholarly and peer reviewed journals, popular magazines and other resources. View this tutorial to learn how to go from a general idea to a very precise set of results of journal articles and scholarly materials.
- America: History and LifeAmerica: history and life provides historical coverage of the United States and Canada from prehistory to the present with over 2,000 journals including all key English-language historical journals. Limited to 6 simultaneous users.
Journals of note
- Sport, Ethics and PhilosophyThe University Libraries does not subscribe, but can usually get any article you need via Interlibrary Loan. Copy the title into the Library Search box and follow the path to Request, or fill out the form at https://www.lib.umn.edu/interlibraryloan
Books
- Libraries SearchSearch here for your topic, then limit using the filters on the left side.
- Oxford Handbook of Sports HistoryUnlimited users
- Routledge Companion to Sports History (2010)Only one person can use at a time, but you can download individual chapters up to 168 pages.
Also check out:
- LA84 Foundation Library (Olympic Games history)Primary documents related to Olympic Games, including official reports
- OregonPDF in health & performanceThis database contaings graduate dissertations and theses in areas related to health and performance from 1948 to the present. The focus of the collection is physical activity. Academic areas of interest include biochemistry, biomechanics, dance, exercise physiology, history or philosophy of physical education, kinesiology, motor control, obesity, recreation, sports marketing, sports medicine, sports pedagogy, sports psychology, and tests and measurements.
Citing sources
- Tutorial: What are citations?Understand what citations are, why they are important, and how to create and use them.
- APA Style Guide (Purdue OWL)A brief online style guide that will show you how to format citations in-text and in your bibliography in APA style.
- Documenting SourcesGive credit to those whose work you use in your own writing and help others find your sources. Find information on citing sources using major styles and avoiding plagiarism.
Last Updated: Nov 7, 2023 6:21 PM
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