The Challenge of Multicultural Communication in Virtual Teams

Duran, Vasile; Popescu, Adina

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2013.12.473

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“…Some of the challenges we experienced with family enrollment are consistent with reports indicating that families who live outside of metropolitan areas are underrepresented in mental health services research [39, 40]. Known impediments to non-participation, include low population density from which to recruit, lack of familiarity with research as a cultural practice [41, 42], and inadequate research infrastructure to support research participation. Studies that target remote populations might benefit by establishing decentralized research infrastructures to provide a sustained research presence for recruiting and retaining participants [43, 44].…”

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Promoting early autism detection and intervention in underserved communities: study protocol for a pragmatic trial using a stepped-wedge design

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Background Despite the known benefits of early, specialized intervention for toddlers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), access to such intervention remains limited. This pragmatic trial examines a novel healthcare delivery model (Screen-Refer-Treat [SRT]), which capitalizes upon existing health care and early intervention (EI) infrastructure to increase community capacity for ASD detection and treatment before age 3, when it is likely to have the greatest impact. This model comprises three components: (1) universal use of Stage 1 ASD screening by primary care providers (PCPs) at 18-month well-child visits (i.e., Screen); (2) immediate referral of positive screens to a community-based EI program (i.e., Refer); and (3) provision of an inexpensive, evidence-based ASD-specialized treatment by EI providers, after verifying ASD risk with a Stage 2 screen (i.e., Treat). This paper describes our research design and the initial successes, challenges, and adaptations made during the early implementation phase. Method/design A stepped-wedge cluster RCT was used to implement the SRT model sequentially in four diverse Washington State counties (“clusters”). Counties are randomly assigned to the time of receipt of the SRT intervention, which comprises training workshops and technical assistance focused on the use of evidence-based ASD screening and intervention tools. Separate cohorts of families with toddlers (16–35 months old) with and without ASD concerns are recruited before and after the SRT intervention from participating PCP practices and EI programs. PCPs and EI providers complete measures on their screening, referral, and intervention practices before and after the SRT intervention. Each family cohort completes surveys about their well-being, parenting efficacy, health care satisfaction, and toddler’s social-communicative behaviors. Conclusion This trial is the first of its kind to work simultaneously with two service delivery systems with the goal of improving early detection and treatment for ASD. Our approach was successful in attaining buy-in from PCPs and EI providers, building and maintaining partnerships with providers, and achieving high levels of retention and survey completion. Fostering provider engagement and problem-solving issues together as partners were integral to overcoming the main challenges. Numerous lessons have been learned thus far, which have applicability for implementation researchers in ASD and those in other fields. Trial registration The registration number for this trial is NCT02409303 and it was posted on ClinicalTrials.gov on April 6, 2015.

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Promoting early autism detection and intervention in underserved communities: study protocol for a pragmatic trial using a stepped-wedge design

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“…Laitinen and Valo (2018), Saafein and Shaykhian (2014) The operation of information technology in a virtual team and its significance for the management of these teams Guinalíu and Jordán (2016) The role of a leader in a virtual team and the impact of leadership actions on the team Duran and Popescu (2014), Boyraz (2019) The operation of a virtual team to understand the effectiveness of that team Source: created by the author.…”

Section: Researchers Laitinen and Valo (2018) Examined Virtual Team Communication Their 2018 Article Presents A Qualitative Study Of The mentioning

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A Conceptual Management Model of Virtual Project Team in International Companies

Kukytė

2021

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Globalisation and technological advancement have an enormous impact on how businesses operate. Technological evolution, economic challenges, and different generations working in one workforce impact businesses to seek flexibility and adopt techniques that support virtual teamwork. In the modern international business environment increasing number of teams that work in virtual environments through project execution, leads to the need for theory and research on how successfully manage virtual project teams. In this paper the analysis of the scientific literature allowed to formulate the definition of a virtual project team, the analysis was able to show the management aspects, which are related to the features of the virtual project team, review of scientific literature also let to disclose the emerging problems faced by managers. These results were used to conceptualise the virtual project team management model in international companies.

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“…According to Germaine and McGuire (2014), policies and structures, cultural consideration, management support, rewards and offering training to both leaders and workers during initial setup are some of the requirements for supporting virtual teams. Duran and Popescu (2014) add that information technology helps in the initial setup of virtual teams as they offer new working styles. Some of the areas in which virtual teams focus on include research, learning and development, knowledge management and marketing among others.…”

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Manifestation of emotional intelligence and Transformational leadership in virtual teams: Case study of Nairobi technology hub

Mburu¹

2020

Afr. J. Bus. Manage.

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The dynamic nature of business and organizational operations in the 21st century as being influenced by tough economic times, globalization and need for higher effectiveness is forcing leaders to adopt more relevant approaches to management. One such adaptation is the use of virtual teams for international organization that have globally distributed offices and functions. This study provides insights into the role of emotional intelligence and leadership skills necessary for ensuring individual success and team effectiveness in a virtual team within Save the Children. The research followed a descriptive design utilizing non-probability sampling and data collected using online questionnaire where both open ended and structured questions were used. The main themes being assessed were manifestation of emotional intelligence in a virtual team and the relevance of transformational leadership skills in leading such teams. The study reveals significant presence of skills associated with emotional intelligence like self-awareness, empathy and social intelligence. There is also evidence that the individual members of the team under study have common expectations on the leadership skills required for successful management of a virtual team.

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The Challenge of Multicultural Communication in Virtual Teams

Cited by 27 publications

References 5 publications

Promoting early autism detection and intervention in underserved communities: study protocol for a pragmatic trial using a stepped-wedge design

Promoting early autism detection and intervention in underserved communities: study protocol for a pragmatic trial using a stepped-wedge design

A Conceptual Management Model of Virtual Project Team in International Companies

Manifestation of emotional intelligence and Transformational leadership in virtual teams: Case study of Nairobi technology hub

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