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.) Types of plagiarism: Global Patchwork Incremental Paraphrase

PLAGIARISM (cont.) Avoid plagiarism: Take good notes. Write down the source in detail. Use attribution during your speech. 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

ETHICAL LISTENING Be courteous and attentive Don’t prejudge the speaker Defend “free” speech