This document discusses the key concepts of communication and ethical public speaking. It defines communication as the process of sending and receiving verbal and nonverbal messages to create shared meaning. There are five primary contexts of communication: intrapersonal, impersonal, interpersonal, small group, and public. Effective public speaking requires considering the situation, choosing a credible message, and anticipating feedback within the communication process while maintaining ethical standards like acknowledging bias and using respectful language.

1. CHAPTER 1 Communication and Ethical Public Speaking