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Media and Communication

Useful information for Media and Communication students.

Research Databases

Communications

Business/Industry

 

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Scholarly Journals

Characteristics of Scholarly Journals: 

volumes, all text, no photos, footnotes, numbered pages, skilled knowledge

Trade Magazines

Characteristics of Trade Magazines: 

very specific topic, high skill, nice paper, targeted/niche, subscription, annual conference (colleagues & vendors), dues & membership

Popular Magazines

Characteristics of Popular Magazines: 

easy reading, current, pop culture, not deep, 50/50 ads to text, grocery stores, dentist/doctor offices, colorful, vivid, attention getting