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Need to select a research topic or find background information?
The Reference Collection includes a variety of different sources, such as: subject-focused encyclopedias, handbooks, almanacs, maps/atlases, statistical compendiums, dictionaries, and more. Look here to find introductory articles on subject-related topics. The broad perspective offered by such articles often proves helpful for narrowing research topics before pursuing more in-depth information.
This guide provides some recommendations for encyclopedias and other reference resources that might provide helpful information relating to your topic.
Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (Library) Electronic Resource E-Book Link Online Access
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Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (Library) Electronic Resource E-Book Link Online Access
Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (Library) Main Collection Section - 3rd Floor
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Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (Library) Electronic Resource E-Book Link Online Access
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The following encyclopedias and dictionaries are recommended for research relating to Media and Film. Books with a Call Number beginning with the letters "Ref" are shelved in alphanumeric order by call number in the Reference Collection on the Second Floor of Kean University's Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (Library).
21st Century Communication by 
Encyclopedia of Chinese Film by Encyclopedia of Media and Politics by Encyclopedia of New Media by Encyclopedia of Television by Schirmer Encyclopedia of FilmThe Handbook of New MediaThe Persuasion Handbook by The SAGE Handbook of Advertising by The SAGE Handbook of Media StudiesWorking from off-campus? If so, you will need to log in with your Library Barcode number. Find out how to get a Barcode
