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Vocabulary List #2

Across
The presentation of another person’s words or ideas as if they were the speaker’s own.
actions that don't conform to the acceptable standards of business operations, failing to do what is right in every situation.
In order to ensure that this concept is successfully practiced and understood in an organization, a well-organized value system must be established throughout the organization by the top management. If an organization functions on the base of value systems common to both the top management and the employees, mutual respect between them will be present. A sound and healthy value system can make way for ethical communication.
which covers the security and privacy of mail, telephones, e-mail and other forms of communication; and Territorial privacy, which concerns the setting of limits on intrusion into the domestic and other environments such as the workplace or public space. This includes searches, video surveillance and ID checks.
a person's usual or principal work or business, especially as a means of earning a living; vocation
refers to Internet etiquette. This simply means the use of good manners in online communication such as e-mail, forums, blogs, and social networking sites to name a few
A major part of teamwork is communication. Team members send and exchange information to convey ideas, generate discussion, prompt action, create understanding, and coordinate activities. Effective communication means transmitting a message so that the recipient understands its content and intention.
occurs when information and messages flow down through an organization's formal chain of command or hierarchical structure. In other words, messages and orders start at the upper levels of the organizational hierarchy and move down toward the bottom levels.
is defined as the exchange, imparting or sharing of information, ideas or feeling between people within a community, peer groups, departments or units of an organization who are at or about the same hierarchical level as each other for the purpose of coordinating activities, efforts or fulfilling a common purpose or goal.
means credibility
The two primary kinds of appeals are evidential and emotional appeals.
means empathy or emotion
a written declaration certifying to a person's character, conduct, or qualifications, or to the value, excellence, etc., of a thing; a letter or written statement of recommendation.
is a held belief about a group of people that has no scientific basis but that affects how a person perceives and analyses communication.
Down
to make a pre-judgment. Irrational, preconceived opinion that leads to preferential treatment to some people and unfavorable bias or hostility against others, due to ignorance (or in direct contradiction) of facts.
is an emotionally appealing phrase so closely associated with highly valued concepts and beliefs that it carries conviction without supporting information or reason. Such highly valued concepts attract general approval and acclaim.
not conforming to approved standards of social or professional behavior; "unethical business practices"wrong contrary to conscience or morality or law
is a propaganda technique that seeks to manipulate audience perception of an issue by emphasizing one side and repressing another. Such emphasis may be achieved through media bias or the use of one-sided testimonials, or by simply censoring the voices of critics.
is the process of information flowing from the lower levels of a hierarchy to the upper levels. This type of communication is becoming more popular in organizations as traditional forms of communication are becoming less popular.
means logic
is where people seek to emulate multiple other people.
the use of abusive names to belittle or humiliate another person in a political campaign, an argument, etc.
The practical effect of the fair use doctrine is that a number of conventional uses of copyrighted works are not considered infringing. For instance, quoting from a copyrighted work in order to criticize or comment upon it or teach students about it, is considered a fair use.
are society’s guidelines for right, just, and moral behavior. In communication, ethics work to enhance credibility, improve the decision-making process and allow for trust between the two parties. Ethics can be defined as going beyond what is legal and doing what is right, even when no one is looking.
is defined as "Any information, ideas, doctrines, or special appeals disseminated to influence the opinion, emotions, attitudes, or behavior of any specified group in order to benefit the sponsor either directly or indirectly."
An argument, in which the speaker, presents him or herself as an average Joe — a common person who can understand and empathize with a listener's concerns.