Ethical speaking involves: Setting ethical goals Being prepared for each speech Being honest Avoiding stereotypes/labels

PLAGIARISM Define (syllabus) Plagiarism can be intentional or un-intentional. Changing a few words but keeping same meaning is still plagiarism.

PLAGIARISM (cont.) Avoid plagiarism: Understand copyright laws/fair use. Presenting work as your own but not your own Cite sources properly in speech Where did it come from? When you paraphrase ideas,cite source. When in doubt,use attribution.

ETHICS:SPEAKER’S RESPONSIBILITIES A. Speak up about a topic you feel is important. B. Promote positive values: cheating on a test. plagiarism.

SPEAKERS RESPONSIBILITIES (cont.) C. Use your speech to benefit your listener: do not pursue personal needs at the expense of your listener. develop new angle to “old” topic.

SPEAKERS RESPONSIBILITIES (cont.) D. Tell the audience “what is your point.” E. Remember the consequences of your actions. F.Work on becoming a better public speaker. Skinner/Grice

ETHICS AND CULTURE Avoid Ethnocentrism Avoid sexism “my culture is better than your culture” Avoid sexism Judge equally Choose nonsexist language