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Communications: Journalism

Get General Information and Overviews on Journalism

Find Sources for journalism

Databases on Journalism:

Newspapers can provide:

  • information on local, national or international events
  • in-depth reports on selected current issues
  • editorials and opinions on issues

When & Why to Use Newspaper Articles:

Newspapers are often the only source of information for events that are so new that they have not yet made it into other print or online sources.  Still, some newspapers can display a social or political bias.  As with all information, it is good to evaluate the source as well as the information being provided.

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Magazine Articles Can Provide:

  • information in everyday, non-technical language
  • in-depth reports on selected current issues
  • editorials and opinions on issues

When & Why to Use Magazine Articles:

Magazine articles share many characteristics in common with newspapers. They can be a good source when you are unfamiliar with a topic and need a general overview. While not produced as frequently as daily newspapers, many magazines are weekly or monthly publications and therefore can provide information on a topic that would not be covered in a peer-reviewed journal article or book until much later.  Also like newspapers, magazines and magazine articles can display a social or political bias.  As with all information, it is good to evaluate the source as well as the information being provided.

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The MC Library has access to streaming videos and audio (as well as DVDs and CDs). You can find documentaries, educational videos, and mainstream movies. 

When & Why to Use Videos:

  • You need to include an expert's point of view, and a documentary on your topic includes an interview 
  • You are doing a presentation and need to include a visual

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Where Do I Go in the Library?

Books at the MC Library are organized by subject according to the Library of Congress Classification system. Browse the library shelves in these call number areas to find materials relating to journalism.

P87-96 Communication and Mass Media
PN1990-1992 Broadcasting (radio and television)
PN4001-4355 Public Speaking
PN4600-5650 Journalism
TR820 Photojournalism