DGD 212: Intro to Communication Design II: Overview

• Books & DVDs
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• Books & Databases: required texts and recommended books and databases for Intro to Communication Design
• Research Process: how to research contemporary designers, including evaluating sources and creating a research log
• Internet Resources: high-quality, relevant, freely available content, vetted by Librarians
• Images & Videos: the best sites for visuals, both subscription ("CCS credentials required") and open access
• Research & Writing: guidance on conducting research, writing, and citations
• Citation Help: when and how to cite and resources for MLA citations

Communication Design databases
Color Resources guide

Most research is done using either primary or secondary sources. Some examples of primary sources include:

• A sketch
• An interview with the designer
• An unmanipulated photograph
• A diary

Secondary sources are mediated by someone, rather than first-hand evidence. They often include commentary on primary sources. Some examples include:

• A book
• A research paper that comments on interviews
• A mass-produced poster
• A collage