Competence Needs of Modern Virtual Community Members
Competence Needs of Modern Virtual Community Members
Author(s): Tom Helleken, Nils Hobe, Lisa-Mari LangeseeSubject(s): Media studies, Theory of Communication, Higher Education , Methodology and research technology, Health and medicine and law, ICT Information and Communications Technologies, Globalization, Sociology of Education, Distance learning / e-learning
Published by: Mednarodna fakulteta za družbene in poslovne študije
Keywords: virtual communities; Higher Education; A systematic literature review; The Covid-19 pandemic;
Summary/Abstract: Purpose: This paper examines necessary competencies in virtual communities in Higher Education. Therefore, we explore which competencies are needed to participate in a virtual community and how these competencies can be captured and developed. Study design/methodology/approach: A systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted to achieve the research objectives. Findings: As a result, five core competencies were identified: digital competencies, (inter)cultural competencies and language, social and communication competencies, self-motivation and self-management, and collaboration. Consequently, a selfassessment test for virtual community members was designed to capture existing competencies. Originality/value: The Covid-19 pandemic as a driver of digitization has led to virtual collaboration being more prevalent than ever. This research paper contributes to the topic of virtual collaboration by informing about the necessary competencies and by developing an intuitive tool for self-assessing. Thus, preparing team members to become more successful in virtual teamwork.
Journal: International Journal of Management, Knowledge and Learning
- Issue Year: 12/2023
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 29-38
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English