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For your research paper the Professor says “Use
only scholarly journals!” What does that
mean?
Webster's Third New International Dictionary
defines scholarly as: 1) concerned with academic
study, especially research, 2) exhibiting the
methods and attitudes of a scholar, and 3)
having the manner and appearance of a scholar.
Popular means "adapted to the understanding and
tastes of the majority." Keeping these
definitions in mind, and realizing that the
lines are not clear cut, the general criteria
are as follows:
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Scholarly Journals
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generally have a sober, serious look
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often
contain graphs and charts but few glossy
pages or pictures |
Magazines
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come
in many formats, often slick and
attractive
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many
graphics (photos, drawings, etc.)
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always cite sources in the form of
footnotes or bibliographies |
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rarely, if ever, cite sources
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information often second or third hand
and original source often obscure
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written by scholars and researchers the
discipline
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often
peer reviewed by several specialists in
the field
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articles written by staff members or
free lance writers |
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language specialized to the discipline
covered
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assumes some scholarly background of the
reader |
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articles are usually very short, written
in simple language and designed to meet
a minimal education level
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usually little depth to the content of
articles
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purpose is to report on original
research in order to make the
information available to the rest of the
scholarly world
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purpose is to entertain, promote a
viewpoint, or sell a product |
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often
published by professional organizations |
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published by commercial enterprises or
individuals
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Scholarly Journal Examples:
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Communication Education
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The
Musical Quarterly
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The
Journal of Advertising |
Magazine Examples:
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Southern Living
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Psychology Today
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Sports Illustrated
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Based on Cornell University Library "Skill Guide
No. 20" |
