You might be wondering how collaborative teams work. They leverage each individual’s strengths, including their knowledge, skills, and perspectives, to complete projects more efficiently. This often means meeting goals at a higher level or more quickly than any member could accomplish alone. Virtual team collaboration takes advantage of the newest technology to easily share ideas and coordinate activities in real-time—without being in the same location. They use online tools to keep each other informed about and accountable for their work. And with all this technology, it’s important to know how to be safe and responsible online since there are many risks, such as hacking, stalking, and bullying.
In this course on Understanding Virtual Collaboration, we’ll cover common safety practices for an online collaborative environment. Together, we’ll explore how collaborative teams work, and we will introduce the five principles of collaboration. We’ll also demonstrate the importance of building trust and rapport with coworkers, which helps you develop the social skills to be a productive team member and build relationships in a virtual space.
Learning objectives:
- Practice safe and responsible online habits
- Set the foundations of virtual collaboration for your team
- Find out if remote work is right for you and your team
Skills you’ll gain
Computer LiteracyEngagement SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationsTranscript
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