What Is a Virtual Team?

Virtual work is here to stay and that means developing new skills and building upon existing ones that support your contributions to your organization through virtual teamwork. This course is part of the Virtual Teams Pocketbook series, a series that provides tips and tools on leading a successful, motivated team of people who work apart. In this course, you’ll define the term ‚Äúvirtual team” by describing specific characteristics. You’ll also identify the factors that drive virtual team development and their benefits. Finally, you’ll learn about specific assumptions about virtual teams that can be dangerous to their success. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to identify aspects of your own virtual teams.