The Role of Editing in Knowledge Development: Consensus Shifting and Consensus Creation

When I was first approached about writing this specific chapter, I must admit to being a little intimidated by the title I was asked to speak to — particularly because of its assumption that those who occupy editorial roles “develop knowledge.” Even if some do, the thought that I may have ever done this in any of my editor or associate-editor roles is a claim or idea that I might have a hard time defending if pressed.