A Dictionary of Communication and Media Studies. James Watson and Anne Hill. New York: Arnold, 1997.
(REF P87.5 W38 1997)

The Advertising Age Encyclopedia of Advertising. Ed. by John McDonough. New York : Fitzroy Dearborn, 2003
(REF HF5803 .A38 2003)
In-depth articles on topics in the field of advertising including articles on notable television and radio campaigns, advertising techniques and methods, and representations of elements of society in advertising.

Encyclopedia of Communication and Information. Ed. by Jorge Schement. New York: Macmillan, 2002.
(REF P87.5 E53 2002)
Covers topics in the fields of communication and information, including careers, technologies, theories, important people, interpersonal communication, and media effects. 3 vols, includes a subject index.

Encyclopedia of New Media. Ed. by Steve Jones. Thousand Oaks: Sage, 2003.
(REF QA76.575 E5368 2003)
Articles examine the people, technological innovations, ideas, and legal and social issues connected to new media. Examples: Tim Berners-Lee, MP3, Streaming Media, Virtual Reality, Hacking, and Spam.

Encyclopedic Dictionary of Semiotics, Media, & Communications. Marcel Danesi. Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 2000.
(REF P87.5 D36 2000)
Descriptions of terms, concepts, personages, schools of thought, and historical movements related to these fields.

Encyclopedia of Religion, Communication, and Media. Edited by Daniel A. Stout. New York: Routledge, 2006.
(REF P94 .E48 2006)
A multi-disciplinary publication discussing religion in the context of media and communications. The entries range from Culture Wars to Evangelicalism to Wicca. Entries include a bibliography for further reading.

From Talking Drums to the Internet: An Encyclopedia of Communications Technology. Robert Gardner.
Santa Barbara: ABC-CLIO, 1997.
(REF P96 T42 G374 1997)
Articles on the history of communication technologies (e.g. Clock, Fax Machine, V-Chip), theories (e.g. Nonverbal Communication, Psychoanalysis), and significant people (e.g. Goebbels, Marconi).

Handbook on Mass Media in the United States: The Industry and its Audiences. Ed. by Erwin K. Thomas and Brown H. Carpenter. Westport: Greenwood Press, 1994.
(REF P92 U5 H36 1994)
Entries survey "the history, organization, role, current issues, and outlook" for industry sectors (e.g. Advertising, Cable, Films), and analyze media audiences (e.g. Minorities, Women, Sports).

International Encyclopedia of Communications. Ed. by Erik Barnouw. New York: Oxford University Press, 1988.
(REF P87.5 I5 1989)
Articles on codes, modes, and media of communication, theories, systems, behaviors, and effects. Topical guide and index. 4 volumes.

Webster’s New World Dictionary of Media and Communications. Richard Weiner. New York: Macmillan, 1996.
(REF P87.5 W45 1996)
Brief definitions of terms used in broadcasting, printing, telecommunications, advertising, film, and related fields.

Communication History

Censorship: A World Encyclopedia. Ed. by Derek Jones.Chicago: Fitzroy Dearborn, 2001.
(REF Z657 C393 2001)
Entries examine the theory and practice of censorship, including censorship in specific countries, and censorship of media (e.g. film and video) or means of expression (e.g. literature, religion). Includes a thematic list of entries, and an index. 4 volumes.

History of the Mass Media in the United States. Ed. by Margaret A. Blanchard. Chicago: Fitzroy Dearborn, 1998.
(REF P92 U5 H55 1998)
Articles examine the development of specific forms of mass media, and their effects on American society. Includes a topical list of entries and an index.

Propaganda and Mass Persuasion: A Historical Encyclopedia, 1500 to the Present. Nicholas J. Cull, David Culbert, and David Welch. Santa Barbara: ABC-CLIO, 2003.
(REF HM1231C85 2003)
Entries survey key propaganda campaigns, countries, influential people, concepts and techniques, and current research.

Communication Law

The Copyright Permission and Libel Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide for Writers, Editors, and Publishers. Lloyd J. Jassin and Steven C. Schechter. New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1998.
(REF KF2994 J37 1998)
A guide to copyright and libel laws, including instructions for use of copyrighted material, and advice on libel issues. Sample forms.

Rights and Liabilities of Publishers, Broadcasters, and Reporters.
Slade R. Metcalf and Leonard M. Niehoff. Deerfield, IL: Clark Boardman Callaghan, 1982- .
(REF KF2750 M47)
Discusses laws affecting the media, including laws of libel, privacy, compelled disclosure, media access, prior restraints, antitrust, and commercial speech and advertising. 2 volumes.

Broadcasting

The Associated Press Broadcast News Handbook. Brad Kalbfeld. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2001.
(REF PN4783 K35 2001)
Part 1 is a guide to news writing, reporting, editing, and producing. Part 2 is a glossary that demonstrates the correct usage of words and phrases.

The Broadcast Communications Dictionary. Ed. by Lincoln Diamant. New York: Greenwood Press, 1989.
(REF PN1990.4 D5 1989)
Brief definitions of more than 6,000 technical and popular terms used in broadcasting.

Broadcasting & Cable Yearbook. New York: R.R. Bowker, annual.
(REF HE8689 B77)
A directory of television and radio stations, satellite carriers, programming services, and regulatory agencies.

Same Time…Same Station: An A-Z Guide to Radio from Jack Benny to Howard Stern. Ron Lackmann. New York: Facts on File, 1996.
(REF PN1991.3 U6 L32 1996)
Brief entries on programs and performers in American radio, including air times for shows. Includes an index.

Journalism

The Associated Press Stylebook and Briefing on Media Law. Ed. by Norm Goldstein. Cambridge: Perseus Books, 2000.
(REF PN4783 A83 2000)
The first part of the book is a dictionary of words and phrases that can pose problems in usage, with separate sections for sports and business terms. The second part is a manual on compliance with libel laws.

American Journalists: Getting the Story. Donald A. Ritchie. New York: Oxford University Press, 1997.
(REF PN4871 R58 1997)
Biographical articles on 57 American journalists, grouped into 4 historical eras. Includes summary articles about additional journalists from each time period, brief bibliographies, and an index.

The New York Times Manual of Style and Usage. Allan M. Siegal and William G. Connolly. New York: Times Books, 1999.
(REF PN4783 S57 1999)
This glossary is a guide to the proper use of words, phrases, proper nouns, and abbreviations in news writing.

The Reporter’s Handbook: An Investigator’s Guide to Documents and Techniques. 3rd ed. Steve Weinberg. New York: St. Martin’s Press, 1996.
(REF PN4781 R38 1996)
A guide to sources of information on people, public and private institutions, and issues.

Language and Symbols

Dictionary of Symbols. Carl G. Liungman. Santa Barbara: ABC-CLIO, 1991.
(REF BL603 L5413 1991)
A guide to non-alphabetic symbols of all kinds. Part I contains articles on different symbolic systems (e.g. astrological symbols, hobo signs). Part II is a guide to the uses of symbols, arranged by shape. Use the word and graphic indexes to locate symbols.

Encyclopedia of Rhetoric. Ed. by Thomas O. Sloane. New York: Oxford University Press, 2001.
(REF PN172 E52 2001)
200 articles examine the history, elements, principles, and strategies of rhetoric. Includes a synoptic outline of contents and an index.

Encyclopedia of Rhetoric and Composition: Communication from Ancient Times to the Information Age. Theresa Enos. New York: Garland Publishing, 1996.
(REF PN172 E53 1996)
Provides an introduction to rhetoric, including the major periods and personages, concepts and applications. Includes an index.

Encyclopedia of Semiotics. Ed. by Paul Bouissac. New York: Oxford University Press, 1998.
(REF P99 E64 1998)
Articles survey ideas, schools of thought, authors, and works important in "the study of signs, communication, and culture."

International Encyclopedia of Linguistics. Ed. by William J. Frawley. New York: Oxford University Press, 2003.
(REF P29 I58 2003)
Extensive articles discussing concepts in the study of linguistics. Entries are also included for regions, groups, and specific languages. A thematic outline and index are also featured in this four volume set.

Language and Communication: A Cross-Cultural Encyclopedia. Michael Shaw Findlay. Santa Barbara:
ABC-CLIO, 1998.
(REF P29 F47 1998)
Brief articles on linguistic and communicative behaviors among humans.

Public Relations and Opinion

American Attitudes: Who Thinks What about the Issues that Shape our Lives. 2nd. ed. Susan Mitchell. Ithaca: New Strategist Publications, 1998.
(REF HN90 P8 M58 1998)
Chronicles changes in American opinion, using data from the 1976, 1986, and 1996 General Social Surveys conducted by the University of Chicago's National Opinion Research Center. Chapters cover confidence in leaders and institutions, and views on social, political, and personal issues.

The Dartnell Marketing Manager’s Handbook. 3rd. ed. Ed. by Sidney J. Levy, George R. Frerichs, and Howard L. Gordon. Chicago: Dartnell, 1994.
(REF HF5415.13 D33 1994)
Part 8 covers promotion of products and services, including use of advertising, public relations, and direct marketing techniques.

Lesly’s Handbook of Public Relations and Communications. 5th ed. Ed. by Philip Lesly. Lincolnwood, IL: Contemporary Books, 1998.
(REF HM263 L472 1998)
Articles on the role of public relations, communicating with various groups, communication techniques, and public relations for particular businesses and institutions. Includes an index.

The Gallup Poll: Public Opinion. George Gallup, Jr. Wilmington, DE: Scholarly Resources, 1989- .
(REF HN90 P8 G35)
Annual volumes compile the Gallup Poll Reports surveying American opinion on major news events, political preferences, and social issues. Polls also document lifestyle trends and the overall public mood. Each volume includes an index.

Databases: Library Catalog and Periodical Indexes Use to locate books and journal articles.

Ely Library Catalog. For books, audio-visual materials, etc. in the Ely Library.
(Internet Site: http://catalog.lib.wsc.ma.edu/)
To find subject terms, use the Library of Congress Subject Headings (Ely Reference Desk) or browse the online catalog for ideas. For more information on using the library catalog, see our guide to Searching the Ely Library Catalog.

The following are examples of subject headings for communication topics:

Advertising  Broadcast journalism  Broadcasting policy [i.e. government policy]  Communication in management  Communication, International  Journalism—Authorship [i.e. news writing]  Mass media  Motion pictures  Photojournalism  Public opinion  Radio broadcasting  Television broadcasting

Audio-visual materials  Broadcasting  Communication  Communication and technology  Journalism  Journalism—Editing  Mass media and public opinion  Newspaper publishing  Press  Public relations  Radio journalism  Television broadcasting of news

Communication & Mass Media Complete    Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Communication)
A database index to journals in the study of Communication, with some full-text. For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

LexisNexis Academic Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site:  http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Lexis-Nexis)
Provides the full text of current and back issues of journals, major newspapers, newsletters, reference materials, and legal materials, both state and federal.  For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

Media Review Digest    Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Media)
A scholarly database indexing journals in media and communication. For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

Film Literature Index Online
(Internet Site: http://webapp1.dlib.indiana.edu/fli/index.jsp)
A database indexing periodicals in the field of film and television and other periodicals selectively. The periodicals range from the scholarly to the popular. Subject headings for each record provide detailed analysis of the articles. The FLI Online only contains citations to articles published between 1976-2001.

Academic Search Premier    Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Academic)
A scholarly database of journals and magazines, many available in full text. Covers most academic subjects, including communication. For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

Expanded Academic ASAP    Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Expanded Academic)
A scholarly database of journals and magazines, many available in full text. Covers most academic subjects, including communication. For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

Sociological Abstracts    Limited to WSC community use
(Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/dbalpha.htm#Soc Abs)
This database indexes and abstracts journal articles and books on sociology, social work, and topics inter-disciplinary to Communication Studies. For more information on using this database, see our Search Guide.

Web Resources

WWW Resources by Subject: Communication (Ely Library at Westfield State College)
    (Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/commun.htm)
Links to web sites in communication.

WWW Resources by Subject: Polls & Public Opinion (Ely Library at Westfield State College)
    (Internet Site: http://www.lib.wsc.ma.edu/polls.htm)
Links to web sites of news organizations and institutes concerned with polling and measuring public opinion.