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How should I determine author order for this paper?
Ayelet Kuper1, Patricia O'Sullivan2, Jennifer Cleland3
1Wilson Centre for Research in Education, University Health Network/University of Toronto; Division of General Internal Medicine, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre; Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada. ayelet.kuper@utoronto.ca.
Determining author order in academic publications can be complex. This article offers guidance on navigating authorship decisions, considering power dynamics in health professions education research.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Scholarly Publishing
- Academic Research Ethics
Background:
- Addresses common challenges faced by scholars in health professions education.
- Concludes a series on academic authorship, focusing on a critical aspect: author order.
Discussion:
- Explores strategies for determining author order in academic publications.
- Highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing power dynamics in collaborative research.
- Provides practical advice for navigating authorship decisions in scholarly work.
Key Insights:
- Author order is a significant consideration in academic authorship.
- Power dynamics can influence authorship decisions and require careful management.
- Clear guidelines are essential for fair and transparent authorship determination.
Outlook:
- Promotes ethical practices in scholarly communication.
- Aims to support researchers in navigating complex authorship issues.
- Contributes to a better understanding of collaborative research dynamics in academia.
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