Chapter 3: Ethics in Public Speaking
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, the student will be able to:
- Explain the legal, cultural, philosophical, and social origins of ethics in public speaking;
- Explain the difference between plagiarism and correct appropriation of source materials;
- Understand the value of ethics in building a solid reputation as a speaker;
- Correctly use source material in a presentation.
Chapter Preview
- Sources of Ethical Stances on Communication and Public Speaking
- Credibility and Ethics
- Plagiarism