Optimal Mining of Virtual Teamwork Development Software: An Analysis Based on Group Dynamics Theory
Subject Areas : فناوری¬های نوین و شبکه¬های اجتماعی و توسعه منابع انسانی
Shademan Mohamadi Sarab
1
,
Bahar Bandali
2
,
Farnoosh Alami
3
,
Morteza Rezaeizadeh
4
1 - PhD student in Information Technology in Higher Education, Shahid Beheshti University
2 - Faculty of Educational Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University
3 -
4 - دانشگاه شهید بهشتی
Keywords: Virtual teams, group dynamics theory, optimal mining, virtual team collaboration software,
Abstract :
In the digital age, the use of virtual teamwork development software has become an inevitable necessity. This study aimed to analyze and optimize virtual teamwork development software based on the components of group dynamics theory and provide design improvement solutions. The present study is a descriptive-analytical type with an optimization approach, the validity of which was ensured through the precise adaptation of the analysis criteria to the components of the theory and the use of reliable sources. The research population of this study includes 22 virtual activity software, from which 11 software related to virtual team activities were selected using a purposive sampling method and criteria focusing on team collaboration capabilities and compliance with group dynamics principles. Data were collected through an integrated and systematic evaluation of all software. This evaluation was conducted based on a fixed protocol including a comprehensive review of the user interface, analysis of technical documentation, systematic viewing of educational videos, practical testing of capabilities, and evaluation of process compliance with qualitative methods. Systematic recording of data in structured tables aligned with the theoretical framework allowed for transparent review and replication of the research. Findings showed that the software performed best in the components of interactions and group formation, but showed the weakest results in conflict management and structured goal setting. Taskolo, Microsoft Teams and Monday.com were the leaders in covering the components, while Jira and Trello needed improvement in non-technical areas (such as informal interaction space).
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