Conflating rules, norms, and ethics in intercollegiate forensics

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Authors
Swift, Crystal L.
Advisor
Rutter, Jon D.
Issue Date
2005
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Thesis (M.A.)
Department
Department of Communication Studies
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Abstract

This paper explores the concepts of rules, norms, and ethics as they pertain to intercollegiate forensic competition. The perspective is taken that these concepts tend to be conflated. Definitions of rules and ethics are drawn primarily from the National Forensics Association (NFA). The pertinent literature is reviewed, methods are explained, and results are reported and discussed. The conclusions pertain to the idea that forensics coaches and students alike are hesitant to accept universal rules and ethics, and prefer more contextualized standards. Suggestions for future research are also offered.

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