Lesson 2 Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is the definition of Ethics?
Ethics is the branch of philosophy that deals with the issue of right or wrong in human conduct.
It raises questions about whether a course of action is moral or immoral, fair or unfair, honest or dishonest, just or unjust.
What is the Greek origin of the word ‘ethics’?
‘Ethos’, which means character.
This indicates that ethics relates to the character of the public speaker.
What is the responsibility of a public speaker regarding ethics?
To tell the absolute truth and not lie to their audience.
Providing incorrect information can tarnish the speaker’s image.
Name one ethical guideline for public speaking.
Respect your audience.
This involves considering the audience’s diverse backgrounds and interests.
True or False: It is ethical to exaggerate claims in public speaking.
False.
Exaggeration can lead to hostility from the audience.
How should public speakers treat their audience’s time?
By sticking to the allotted time for their speech.
This shows respect for the audience’s time.
What constitutes plagiarism?
Presenting another person’s work, ideas, or words as your own.
This is considered an ethical issue in both academic and non-academic settings.
What is Global Plagiarism?
Copying the entire work or speech from another source and claiming it as one’s own.
This often occurs when students are under time pressure.
Define Patchwork Plagiarism.
Copying two or more speeches or works of another person to create a new piece.
This involves taking bits and pieces from different sources.
What is Incremental Plagiarism?
Failing to acknowledge specific parts borrowed from a source while the majority of the speech is original.
This highlights the importance of proper citation.
Fill in the blank: The ethical guideline that prohibits using derogatory words to demean a person or group is to _______.
Avoid name-calling and abusive or hate language.
What are the potential penalties for plagiarism outside the classroom?
Damage to one’s name, career, fines, and possible lawsuits.
This highlights the serious consequences of unethical practices.
What is one way to avoid plagiarism during speech preparation?
Take detailed notes and properly cite sources.
This includes noting the title, author, and access date of online documents.
What is one reason why ethical public speaking is important?
It helps maintain the speaker’s credibility.
Ethical breaches can lead to the loss of trust from the audience.
What does the National Communication Association (NCA) Credo for Communication Ethics advocate against?
Unhealthy speech that portrays hatred, coercion, distortion, violation, and intimidation.
This emphasizes the need for respectful communication.
What should a speaker ensure about their goals in public speaking?
That their goals are ethically sound.
This means aiming for outcomes that benefit society.
