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Utilizing Virtual Communities in Professional Practice (Advances in Multimedia and Interactive Technologies) - Softcover

 
9798369348338: Utilizing Virtual Communities in Professional Practice (Advances in Multimedia and Interactive Technologies)
Softcover
ISBN 13: 9798369348338
Publisher: Information Science Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

In an era dominated by the demands of the 21st-century workforce, the imperative for distributed and asynchronous work has never been more pronounced. Global organizations grapple with the challenge of fostering connections for diverse purposes, ranging from team building to promoting inclusivity in the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and addressing collaborative operational needs. A deep dive into the creation and utilization of virtual communities, illuminating their effectiveness in various professional settings across industries is necessary to empower leaders to connect with their teams. From informal social learning environments to formal organizational structures, more knowledge is needed to showcase how professionals can leverage authentic connections to inform and support modern professional practice. Utilizing Virtual Communities in Professional Practice serves this purpose and stands as a comprehensive guide that seeks to support professionals in exploring the latest theoretical frameworks underpinning successful virtual communities. Each chapter of the book combines theoretical insights with practical applications, rooted in research and supported by relevant literature. By providing examples from diverse industries, the book empowers individuals to consider new virtual community approaches for their unique professional settings. The objective is to equip readers with new ideas and considerations, enabling them to customize and implement virtual communities effectively in realms such as education, business, and community engagement.

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About the Authors

Dana L. Smerda-Mason is affiliated with New Jersey City University.

Douglas John Koch is affiliated with NEDLA (Northeast Digital Learning Association).

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Publisher
Information Science Publishing
Publication date
2024
Language
English
ISBN 13 
9798369348338
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
311
Editor
Smerda-Mason Dana L., Koch Douglas John