COM 523: International and Intercultural Communication
Course Instructor: Steve Wiley
Librarian: Jack McGeachy
Tips Concerning Journal Article Databases
1. Don't lock yourself in:
* Choose the best database(s) for your topic.
* Don't rely solely on Communication and Mass Media
Complete.
* Use the Databases link
to identify other appropriate databases.
2. Pick the best terms to search:
* Choose words and phrases that best describe the topic.
* Consider alternative words or phrases as synonyms.
* Different databases may use different terms.
* Look for a Thesaurus or Index.
* Move from Keywords to Subject terms.
3. Build on simple searches:
* Build complex searches in discrete pieces.
* Focus several simple searches using a combination of terms.
* Use a database's "Combine sets" feature, if it has such.
4. Look for the best articles:
* Distinguish between Scholarly and Popular
articles.
* Don't worry initially where the text is.
* Don't overlook good articles because they aren't immediately available.
* Finding full-text of an article can be a
complex process.
* Plan ahead and use Tripsaver/Interlibrary Loan.
5. If you get stuck, Ask for help:
* AskaLibrarian - via phone,
email, chat, or visit the library.
* My contact information is at the bottom of the page.
Librarian Contact Information
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