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COMM 1115G : Principles of Human Communication

A guide of helpful resources to complete assignments in COMM 265

Assignment Resources

Here are some great resources to explore topics.  Although these are good starting points,  remember not all of the information can be used as a resource in your final assignment.  As always,  ask your instructor first!

Here are some great databases to use for your research. 

You can also search our primary library search (PRIMO).  See the tutorial below for help in effectively and efficiently finding information.

Nearly everyone uses information found on the internet in our daily lives.  But what is suitable for general information may not have the quality and authority necessary to use as an academic information resource.   

When using a web resource in academic work,  be sure to follow the rules dictated by each class and instructor.  

As stated in the COMM 265 course syllabus,  this is the policy on using websites:

"The World Wide Web has significantly changed the manner in which students are able to conduct research. There are a number of problems associated with conducting research solely on the web. According to Susan Beck of the NMSU Library, these include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Anyone, regardless of qualification, can publish anything on the web
  • Authors of works are frequently not indicated on web pages
  • Web pages rarely have editors or fact checkers like some traditional print resources
  • Currently there are no standards to ensure the accuracy of information on the web
  • It is often difficult to determine how thoroughly a web page treats a particular subject
  • Often the web serves as a public forum where people can express their opinions which
    makes it hard to assess the objectivity
  • Information on the web quickly becomes outdated
  • It is hard to tell when the information was produced

Because of this, you will only receive credit for citing World Wide Web source that is connected to reputable local, regional (such as Las Cruces Sun-News at http://www.lcsun-news.com/ or Albuquerque Journal at https://www.abqjournal.com), or national (e.g. Time, USA Today, etc.) publication. If you are unsure about the credibility/reputation of a web site, DO NOT USE IT."

The Center for Communication Skill Development is a resource which provides individualized and group tutoring with communication skill development and course assignments. To receive full credit for the Informative and Persuasive Speech, you must visit the center or receive guidance from your Lab Instructor during office hours.

 

Location: Speech Building, Room 327

Spring 2019 Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 9:00-3:00

Friday: Closed

How to Search for Information on PRIMO