Combining the latest research with hands-on applications, Keith/Lundberg's PUBLIC SPEAKING: CHOICES AND RESPONSIBILITY, 4th Edition, delivers a practical, up-to-date public speaking text based on rhetorical theory -- equipping students with the tools and confidence to create excellent speeches. Students learn to approach public speaking as a way of continuing important public conversations with specific audiences. The authors highlight the role of speaker choices, civic engagement and responsibility as well as emphasize the importance of civility as the ethical grounding of speech in public along with the dangers of fake news and bias. A new chapter takes a deep dive into presenting online, covering everything from eye contact on Zoom to using graphics in a mediated presentation. The final chapter is devoted to special kinds of speeches like TED Talks, PechaKucha, poetry slams, toasts and more.