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CMN 505: Methods in Applied Communication Research

This guide supports the Methods in Applied Communication Research course. Discover how to find information from multiple perspectives surrounding a topic.

Key Areas of Evaluation

In evaluating the credibility of an information source there are several key areas to consider:

the Authority of the author and the background of the publisher
the Objectivity of the author
the Quality of the work
the Currency of the work
the Relevancy of the work

Tutorials

Evaluating Resources Tutorial (4:55)
This tutorial will help you select the best sources for college research.
Finding Articles Tutorials
In this tutorial you will learn how to use research databases through ASU Library.

Evaluating Sources for Credibility

Distinguishing scholarly vs. non-scholarly periodicals

Journals and magazines are important sources for up-to-date information in all disciplines.

Last updated: Jan 2, 2024 8:27 AM
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