Ethical Considerations in Communication PDF

Ethical Considerations In Communication LESSON OBJECTIVES: a. Explain the meaning of ethics and ethical communication; b. Discuss and illustrate the key concepts, principles and guidelines adhering the ethical implications of communication; and c. Express the importance of understan...

Ethical Considerations In Communication LESSON OBJECTIVES: a. Explain the meaning of ethics and ethical communication; b. Discuss and illustrate the key concepts, principles and guidelines adhering the ethical implications of communication; and c. Express the importance of understanding the different concepts of ethical communication through a group presentation Introducing Ethics and Ethical Communication  Integrity Value Honor Ethics Choice “Ethics is based on well- Conscience founded standards of right and Responsibility wrong that prescribe what Fairness humans ought to do, usually in Right terms of rights, obligations, Honesty benefits to society, fairness, or Principle specific virtues” Moral (Shanks & Meyer, 2010)  “Communication has ethical implications; therefore, information exchange must always adhere to the principles and practice of ethical communication” Furthermore... Ethical communication entails accepting and understanding of three key elements: the ends, means and consequences the ends(purpose) - what one hopes to achieve in the communication the means(process) - how one chooses to communicate the consequences(outcome) - “real-world” outcomes of communication BE HONEST Objectively share factual, concrete, complete, and truthful Principles of message ENGAGE IN ACTIVE Ethical LISTENING “Listening attentively as Consideration they speak, paraphrasing and reflecting back what is said, withholding judgement and advice, and asking open-ended questions to encourage thoughtful, expensive responses” (Cuncic, 2000) WITHHOLD JUDGEMENT Principles of Remain neutral and unprejudiced in your words and actions Ethical SHOW AND MAINTAIN PROFESSIONAL Consideration MATURITY You should always remember that what you say is as important as how you say it. ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY Principles of If the meaning of my communication is the response I get, and if the response I get is Ethical not what I desire, then perhaps I need to work a bit more on how Consideration I’m communicating. “Being human is Ethical becoming more and more a Communication matter of being online.” in the Digital Age Capurro and Pingel (2002) Online Communication Any interaction among people that happens on the Internet.  Almost everyone with internet have adopted this form of communication Easy, flexible, and comfortable means to talk and stay connected Most common tools include emails, chat rooms, instant messages, social networks, and audio/video calls  Disinformation and misinformation Disadvantages of Online Communication Fake News  Troll Farming Disadvantages of Online Communication Hate Speech  Guidelines for Cyberspace Communication Rule No. 1 Refrain from being offensive online - try not to be rude or hurt people’s feelings. Rule No. 2 You must try your best to behave in accordance with both social norms and online rules when using the internet. Rule No. 3 Take a look around and get a sense of how the people who are already in one domain act before your participate. Rule No. 4 Do not expect immediate answers to all of your queries and do not assume that all answers to all of your queries and do not assume that all of your readers will be interested in or sympathetic to your passionate justifications. Rule No. 5 It’s not on how you look on the outside but based on how you write. Rule No. 5 Grammar and spelling Being mindful in your writing Speaking from experience Notes are logical and straightforward Courteous and friendly Avoid using foul words and getting into a fight Rule No. 6 If it makes the world a better place, do your part and share what you know. Rule No. 7 Managing flame battles ethically requires balancing freedom of expression with respect, promoting fairness, and protecting all participants from harm, while fostering a positive and constructive environment for dialogue. Rule No. 8 Respecting others' privacy is about protecting personal information, being mindful of what and how you share details, and fostering trust by prioritizing confidentiality and consent in all interactions. Rule No. 9 Acting with fairness, integrity, and humility, using power to benefit others rather than oneself, and creating an environment of trust and accountability. Rule No. 10 Be understanding when: * someone blunders * misspelled words * dumb question * too lengthy response Rule No. 10 If you choose to correct someone, do it nicely and preferably not in person when other people can hear you. Rule No. 10 Give them the benefit of the doubt  QUESTIONS????? Source: Cadilla, J.P, (2023), Essentials of Purposive Communication, BOOKS ATBP. Publishing Corp.  Topic Activity A. Through a lottery group is assigned to explore one dilemma. B. Each group brainstorm within 10 minutes the variables of the situation and the best way to handle it. C. In a ½ crosswise the each group will write the possible or alternative actions and the best decision to handle the dilemma along with the advantages and disadvantages of the decision. D. A representative from each group shares out to the entire class the group’s decision within 2 minutes. E. Other groups are encouraged to ask questions, comment and give reactions from other group decision.  Brainstorming (10 mins.) Decision, Disadvantages and Advantages Guide Questions: 1. What is your groups dilemma? 2. What are the choices for your decision or course of action? 3. What is your group’s best decision or course of action? 4. What advantages of your decision or course of action? 5. What advantages of your decision or course of action?  Group Sharing Decision, Disadvantages and Advantages  Group Sharing Comments & Reactions of Reflection