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Tensions in (re)presenting the self in reflexive autoethnographical research

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore a number of tensions arising in the presentation of autoethnographical research. Design/methodology/approach The paper provides a reflexive autoethnographical account of undertaking and publically presenting autoethnographical research. Findings The paper problematises the extent and form of disclosure; the voice and representation of the researcher; the difficulties in dealing with sensitive subjects; conflicts between public and private domains; questions of validity; the extent and form of theorisation of autoethnographical narratives; and emotion and performativity in presenting autoethnographical research. Originality/value The paper provides an analysis of the potential of autoethnography, while exploring the presentational and performative context of academia.

Source: Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management An International Journal

DOI: 10.1108/17465641111159125

Author: Kathryn Haynes

Institution: Aston University

Language: English

Topic: Qualitative Research Methods and Ethics

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funder: Economic and Social Research Council

Award: G8798257149