Virtual teamworking and collaboration in occupational therapy: a paradox
Authors: Bodell, Sarah; Levins, Ken
Source: The British Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 75, Number 12, December 2012 , pp. 574-576(3)
Publisher: College of Occupational Therapists
Source: The British Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 75, Number 12, December 2012 , pp. 574-576(3)
Publisher: College of Occupational Therapists
Abstract:
This practice analysis focuses on a project arising from a training event provided for 15 geographically dispersed occupational therapists in England. They wanted to continue the collaborative opportunities afforded by spending time together and it was suggested that an online space might be useful. Although enthusiastic about virtual teamworking, the therapists did not engage meaningfully with the online space. This unsuccessful outcome has been analysed in relation to three of the five paradoxes inherent in virtual teams, resulting in an understanding of the reasons for the project's failure and suggestions for others undertaking a similar initiative.
This practice analysis focuses on a project arising from a training event provided for 15 geographically dispersed occupational therapists in England. They wanted to continue the collaborative opportunities afforded by spending time together and it was suggested that an online space might be useful. Although enthusiastic about virtual teamworking, the therapists did not engage meaningfully with the online space. This unsuccessful outcome has been analysed in relation to three of the five paradoxes inherent in virtual teams, resulting in an understanding of the reasons for the project's failure and suggestions for others undertaking a similar initiative.
Keywords: VIRTUAL TEAMWORK; VIRTUAL COLLABORATION; NETWORKING
Document Type: Research article
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4276/030802212X13548955545657
Publication date: 2012-12-01
Document Type: Research article
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4276/030802212X13548955545657
Publication date: 2012-12-01
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