32 Questions
What is the primary focus of ethical communication?
Communicating messages based on facts with honesty and accuracy
What happens when you lose the trust of others in a communication?
They will doubt anything you say in the future
What is a consequence of lacking ethical communication?
Others will question your professional and personal integrity
Which of the following is an example of disrespecting ethical standards of communication?
Laughing at someone's accent during a presentation
Which of the following is an example of respecting ethical standards of communication?
Asking for permission from your parents before going to the beach
What is an important principle of ethical communication?
Communicating messages based on facts with honesty and accuracy
What is a consequence of not following the principles of ethical communication?
Others will doubt your intentions
What is an example of a situation that disregards the ethical standards of communication?
Telling a lie to your parents about staying at your classmate's house
What is the total duration of the module?
3 hours 30 minutes (synchronous and asynchronous)
What is the primary goal of developing communication skills?
To gain advantage in academics and business
At what stage of life should communication skills development start?
In early childhood
What happens if one's communication is ineffective?
They may encounter a lot of problems in their future career or professional life
Why is effective communication essential in life?
It is required for successful personal, academic, and professional undertakings
What is required to communicate well?
Evaluating one's own communication competence and developing language skills
Why is it necessary to recognize the importance of communication?
Because it is increasingly becoming an inevitable requisite
What is the significance of communication in life?
It is a tool to help one succeed in life
What happens when there is a lack of good communication?
Relationships crumble, businesses fail, and problems remain unsolved
What is one way communication can serve as a stairway to success?
By building greater respect between individuals
What is one principle that guides our understanding of communication?
Communication is transactional and has content and relational dimensions
What is the definition of ethics in the context of communication?
A branch of knowledge that deals with human conduct
What is an example of unethical communication?
Using coercive and intimidating language
What is the opposite of ethical communication?
Unethical communication
What is the primary focus of communication ethics in different cultural contexts?
Negotiating and reflecting on actions regarding right and wrong
What is the ultimate goal of ethical communication?
To enhance the way people interact with one another and improve society's moral life
What is one way to ensure that communication is guided by ethics?
By considering the moral implications of our words and actions
Which of the following is NOT a principle of ethical communication?
Message should be made accessible to a selective audience
What is the primary goal of the 'Analyze and Share' learning activity?
To identify and solve communication problems in important relationships
What is the focus of the essay question in 'Tell Me about It!' activity?
The impact of communication skills on personal, academic, and professional life
Which of the following is an example of unethical communication?
Withholding information to manipulate others
What is the role of responsibility in communication ethics?
To take ownership of the impact of our communication on others
What is the primary benefit of developing strong communication skills?
Improving relationships and achieving greater impact in personal, academic, and professional life
What is the underlying principle of truthfulness and honesty in communication ethics?
To ensure that communication is accurate and reliable
Study Notes
Module Overview
- Module duration: 1.5 hours (synchronous), 1.5 hours (asynchronous)
- Learning objectives:
- Discuss the value and principles of communication
- Explain key concepts of ethical communication
- Appreciate the importance of understanding principles of ethics in communication
The Value of Communication
- Communication is an essential tool for success in academics and business
- Appropriate and respectful communication helps find solutions to issues and concerns
- Developing communication skills should start early in life
- Effective communication is essential for personal, academic, and professional undertakings
What Makes Communication Necessary?
- Communication serves as a vehicle in building relationships
- Communication improves the working environment
- Communication assists in fostering a strong team
- Communication helps find appropriate solutions to problems
- Communication builds greater respect
Principles That Guide Understanding of Communication
- Communication is transactional
- Communication has content and relational dimensions
- Communication can be intentional or unintentional
- Communication is irreversible
- Communication is unrepeatable
Ethical Communication
- Ethics deals with a structure of moral principles guiding an individual's behavior and communication
- Ethical communication enhances human interactions and improves society's moral life
- Unethical communication damages human relations and encourages societal decadence
Ethical Standards of Communication
- Truthfulness and honesty
- Integrity
- Fairness
- Respect
- Responsibility
Principles of Ethical Communication
- Fact-based messages should be communicated with honesty and accuracy
- Resources and facts should be accessible
- Messages should be made accessible
- Basic human needs should be given careful consideration
This module covers the principles and values of effective communication, including key concepts of ethical communication and understanding the importance of ethics in communication.
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