Virtual Teams:
Case Scenario:
Al-Ani, Horspool, and Bligh (2011) described qualitative aspects of working in virtual teams, often with virtual strangers (Here we sit in our virtual classroom!), ranging from the continued importance of face-to-face communication to an entirely "virtual presence." As discussed in Week 6, a multigenerational workforce presents multiple levels of leadership challenges that have continued to evolve in parallel with the Internet age and the changing dynamics of the modern worker. A leader must still lead despite where teams may fall on the continuum. Does a virtual team benefit or stifle an organizational structure? What are the new leadership toolkits necessary for success?
To Prepare:
• Review the Learning Resources.
• Consider the communication challenges that exist in virtual settings.
Post by Day 3 (a description of the benefits and challenges of communicating with co-workers or clients/citizens in virtual settings. Can the problems be avoided or overcome? Use specific examples to explain your response).
Note: Support your postings with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. Use correct APA formatting for all resources.
Use a minimum of 200 words for the initial posting and a minimum of 100 words for each response. Use proper APA formatting and include the following: Level 1 headings to define each part of the Discussion; at least two scholarly sources to support your initial posting; in-text citations, as appropriate; and a reference list.
Must have APA References.