LibGuides: Communication Studies: Technology/Apps

Stock Images & Footage

Images licensed under the Creative Commons allows for sharing, and in some cases, modifying and reusing images. Traditional copyright states, all rights reserved. Creative Commons licensing allows you to use the content with attribution, but without the restrictions of cost and permission.

Additional Image Search Engines

Google Image Search
Probably the most well-known image search, Google Images allows users to filter search results to freely usable content. Put in your search terms, then click "Tools" from the top menu to select the appropriate "Usage Rights" limiter (e.g. "Labeled for noncommercial reuse with modification)."
Pixabay
Provides for the sharing of royalty free images and videos. All content is released under the Pixabay License (https://pixabay.com/en/service/license/), which makes them safe to use without asking for permission or giving credit to the artist.

Stock Footage

YouTube
To find Creative Commons licensed content, simply conduct a search and limit your results using the "Features: Creative Commons" filter.
Open Video Project
Includes over 2,000 videos from sources like the Library of Congress that have been digitized and made available for students and researchers.

Survey Technology

Google Forms
This link will take you to a Google Support article that describes how to create and use Google Forms. You will need a FREE Google account. See the Phase 3: Data Collection tab for further details.
Qualtrics
At this link use your email to set up your free account and start using Qualtrics Surveys. You'll be able to create, distribute, and analyze surveys.
SurveyMonkey
This link will provide you with information on how to create a survey using SurveyMonkey. When creating your account, be sure to select the FREE account option, but be aware that you will be limited to 10 questions ONLY and 100 responses per survey.

Communication Studies Apps

Communication Apps

Twitter
For the android app, click HERE
Hootsuite
For the android app, click HERE
Tweetdeck (Chrome Browser App)

Productivity & Project Management Apps

Google Drive
For the android app, click HERE
Slack
For the android app, click HERE
Trello
For the android app, click HERE
GoodNotes ($7.99)
No android version, though several note taking apps available.

Information & News Apps

AP News
For the android app, click HERE
Feedly
For the android app, click HERE
Instapaper
For the android app, click