Working in Distributed Teams

Learn essential contemporary skills to work as a successful distributed team member.

Students acquire the skills, tools and resource links needed to become a highly successful distributed team member. They will review the impact of mobility trends and new work styles and will learn terminology used in the technology-enabled collaborative workplace.

Participating in a Virtual Community

A distributed team can be thought of as a dynamic living organism, which becomes increasingly complex as individuals and teams become more distributed. This module provides an understanding of how to work and participate in a distributed team community and will enable students to better maintain connections with their colleagues, cultivate strong team bonds, and stay aligned with our organization's core values.

Enhancing Communication & Collaboration

Communication and Collaboration takes on a whole new dynamic as face time decreases and electronic interaction increases. This module explores how to enhance your collaboration skills by consciously and purposefully enhancing listening and inquiry skills, managing availability and learning how to effectively participate in and lead virtual meetings.

Managing Performance & Development

Through carefully aligned teamwork, a team will reach high levels of performance while it accomplishes its goals. The same attention, dedication and perseverance you give to teamwork must also be applied to managing and examining your own work process, performance and personal development. This module explores methods for managing and maximizing your performance and accountability in the evolving workplace.

 

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