Communication 285: Social Media Optimization and the New Web

This list of resources has been compiled for students in COMM 285: Social Media Optimization. These are not the only resources that can be used; they are 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 provides tips for searching library databases. 
• Articles
  This page contains information and links to locate journal articles in library databases.
• Company Information
  This page provides links to library databases containing company profiles for both private and public companies.
• User Information
  This page contains links to library databases and general websites providing you with information about social media users. 
• Evaluate
  This page contains criteria for evaluating your information sources. 
• Cite
  This page provides reasonings for citing and links to APA style citation guides.
• Borrow From Other Libraries
  This page contains information to borrow from other libraries through interlibrary loan.

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.