UMGC Library: COMM 480: Research Methods in Communication: Resources

Recommended Databases for COMM 480

SAGE Knowledge: SAGE Reference eBook Collection
Online dictionaries, encyclopedias, and handbooks covering the social sciences.
APA PsycInfo
Articles, book chapters, case studies, empirical studies, etc. for psychology and the behavioral/social sciences, from the 1800s - present.
APA PsycArticles
Full-text articles from psychology journals published by the American Psychological Association and allied organizations, from 1894 - present.
See journal titles covered in PsycARTICLES.
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
Articles from scholarly psychology journals; dates of coverage vary by journal title.
SocINDEX with Full Text
Sociology-related articles and abstracts, as well as books and conference papers, from 1895 - present.
Scopus
Abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature.
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Terms and Conditions
Elseiver Scopus Terms of Use.
Humanities Source Ultimate
Subjects include archaeology, the arts, communications, gender studies, history, journalism, literature, philosophy, and religion.

SAGE Knowledge: SAGE Reference eBook Collection
Online dictionaries, encyclopedias, and handbooks covering the social sciences.
Gale eBooks
Encyclopedias and other background reading in a variety of subject areas.
ProQuest Ebook Central
Ebooks from a number of academic and professional subject areas.
EBSCO eBooks
UMGC Library's main collection of ebooks on a wide range of subjects. (Faculty: The ones indicating "Unlimited User Access" can be used for assigned course readings.)
See our help page for information on viewing and downloading ebooks.

National Communication Association
The National Communication Association (NCA) advances the study of all forms, modes, media, and consequences of communication. The NCA publishes 11 academic journals and hosts an annual convention, as well as programs and other meetings.
International Communication Association
" ICA is an academic association for scholars interested in the study, teaching, and application of all aspects of human and mediated communication."
Association for Business Communication
"The Association for Business Communication (ABC) is an international, interdisciplinary organization committed to advancing business communication research, education, and practice."

Articles

UMGC Library OneSearch
Simultaneously searches multiple Library research databases. Note: Does not include all databases.
Databases by Title (A-Z)
Alphabetized list of research databases.

Ebooks

EBSCO eBooks
Searches approximately 90% of the Library’s ebook collection. Ebooks can be read online, and in some cases, downloaded.
Additional Ebook Collections
Access to additional Library ebook collections.

Print Books

USMAI Book Search
Searches the 17 University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI).