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Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Principles of Ethics All parties have ethical responsibilities. Ethics pervade character and action.

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Responsibilities of an Ethical Speaker Speak up about important issues. Promote positive ethical values. Speak to benefit your listeners. Use truthful support and valid reasoning. Consider the consequences. Strive to improve your speaking.

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Responsibilities of an Ethical Listener Seek exposure to well-informed speakers. Listen openly. Listen critically. Listen carefully.

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Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Tips to Avoid Plagiarizing Take clear and consistent notes. Record complete source citations. Be clear in source citations. Paraphrase in your own words, style, and structure. When in doubt, cite the source.