Subject Librarian
Valerie Vera
she/her/hers
Contact:
Research and Instruction
Thomas Cooper Library
University of South Carolina
Thomas Cooper Library
University of South Carolina
803-777-1278
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What is a Popular Source?
Popular sources are intended for a wide, general audience. They use understandable, non-technical language and are often reviewed by a single editor before publication.
Some examples of popular sources include:
- Newspapers
- Magazines
Popular Sources Databases
- Access World News This link opens in a new windowNews from 1978 to current. Search globally or restrict your search to a world region, country, state, or language.
- Factiva This link opens in a new windowAccess to global news and business information including the Wall Street Journal, as well as local newspapers, same-day newswires, company reports, and media programs. Not all content is available.
- New York Times - Online Pass This link opens in a new windowGet unlimited access to NYTimes.com and some NYT mobile apps. You will need to claim your pass and register it with an online account first. After registration, simply login to NYTimes.com from anywhere and enjoy free access.
What is a Scholarly Source?
Scholarly sources are intended for a specialist audience, and their purpose is to present new research in a certain field. They are written by experts in the field and are peer-reviewed by other experts. These sources often contain technical language and are written for those who are knowledgeable about a subject already.
Some examples of scholarly sources include:
- Journal articles
Scholarly Sources Databases
- Communication & Mass Media Complete This link opens in a new windowSearch journals, books and conference proceedings in communication studies, including film and television, journalism and mass media, linguistics, speech and hearing etc.
- Library and Information Science Abstracts (LISA) This link opens in a new windowAbstracting and indexing tool designed for library professionals and other information specialists.
- Library Literature & Information Science Full Text This link opens in a new windowFull text and indexing of articles and book reviews in key library and information science periodicals as well as book chapters, library school theses, and proceedings.