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Communication 110: Introduction to Public Speaking

A research guide for students in COMM 110 classes

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About This Guide

This guide provides a list of resources and evaluation techniques for students in COMM 110 classes to help you prepare for your speeches. These are not the only resources that can be used for completing projects but are rather suggested as starting points for your research. Please don't hesitate to reach out to your librarian if you have questions!

This guide includes the following pages: 

  • Search Tips
    This page contains video tutorials on how to research your topics for your informative and persuasive speeches. 
  • Books
    This page provides links for searching for books in Research@UWW and various ebook databases.
  • Articles
    This page contains links to suggested library databases to get you started with your research. 
  • Evaluate
    This page provides information on how to identify source types and how to evaluate information returned in your search results. 
  • Cite
    This page contains information and links to help you cite in APA style. 
  • Borrow From Other Libraries
    This page provides an explanation of how to request materials outside of UWW's libraries.
  • Resources for Public Speaking
    This page provides book suggestions for improving public speaking skills and links to campus resources.

General Resources

Ready to start your research? Check out these resources below!

Use the search filters on the left-hand side under Refine My Results to help narrow or broaden your search. Filter for resource type (article, book, etc.), date, subject, online access, etc. It covers a wide variety of subject areas so it is a good place to start your research.