University Libraries: COMM 491: Communication Capstone: Thesis: Articles

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Communication Source (previously Communication and Mass Media Complete)

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Communication Source is the library's database that focuses on providing access to journal articles and other materials from the discipline of Communication.

User Guide for Communication Source
This one-page guide offers search tips for using the Communication Source database.

Other Library Databases of Interest

Business Source Complete This link opens in a new window
Use this database to find articles about marketing, advertising, and other topics related to the field of business.
Education Source This link opens in a new window
Use this database to find articles dealing with education, student affairs, and other related topics.
PsycINFO This link opens in a new window
PsycINFO is a library database that focuses on scholarly articles from the field of Psychology.
SocINDEX with Full Text This link opens in a new window
Use this database to find articles on topics related to the field of Sociology.
SPORTDiscus with Full Text This link opens in a new window
Indexed journals covering exercise physiology and sports science.
Dates of coverage: 1975-current.
Film & Television Literature Index with Full Text This link opens in a new window
Indexes film and television periodicals. Dates of coverage: 1/1/1976 - present.

Applied Research Journals of Possible Interest

Applied research is research that looks at a specific problem or issue and tries to find practical solutions. Many journals include articles that report the results of applied research studies. Some journals focus mainly on publishing applied research studies. For examples of applied research articles, consider browsing these journals:

Journal of Applied Communication Research
"Original articles about the theory and practice of communication, especially in contemporary social issues."
Journal of Applied Journalism & Media Studies
"Focuses on contemporary issues & practices of media firms, including strategies, ethical codes, editorial issues, etc."
Journal of Applied Social Science
The Journal of Applied Social Science publishes articles that " apply social science or critically reflect on the application of social science."
Public Relations Review
"The Public Relations Review is the oldest journal devoted to articles that examine public relations in depth, and commentaries by specialists in the field." Full text available from 1994-present.