The Ethos of Citation in Qualitative Research Methodology

Framed through Kenneth Burke’s famous parlor metaphor, this article considers how decisions related to citation are foundational scholarly communication, with particular emphasis on qualitative research logics. Each decision implicates academicians in complex rhetorical and ethical situations that have material impact other scholars, students receiving curriculum, even existential notions the very survival of ideas. Believing texts we produce matter—both as objects care constructions themselves—this inquiry walks theoretical practical considerations for citation. Additionally, incorporates writing activities, three artifacts from contributors, into text explore simple ways play classroom research.