Media and Communication Ethics

Contents: Preface. 1. Communication ethics. 2. Interpersonal communication ethics. 3. Organisational sensitivity in communication ethics. 4. Communication ethics in public sphere. 5. Internet journalism ethics. 6. Media and information highway. 7. Participatory communication for social change. 8. Women\'s access to communication. 9. Feminism and feminists. Bibliography. Index.

"Ethics concerns principles of right and wrong behaviour. Ethics in communication applies to various settings: interpersonal relations, organisational life, mass media, computer-mediated communication, etc. This book provides a valuable synthesis of key perspectives in communication ethics. It focuses on the skills necessary for communicating effectively in this age if information. Understanding the consequences of decisions, being accountable for actions, and communicating truthfully, codes of ethics, ethical issues on the internet, and confidential communications etc., are emphasised. Besides students and professionals of communication studies, the book will also be valuable to those who want to communicate effectively." (jacket)