The Relative Importance of Team Dynamics in Predicting Effective Teamwork Behaviors

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Abstract

This study explored the relative importance of three measures of team dynamics in predicting five behavioral dimensions of effective teamwork by multivariate relative weight analysis. Results showed that the combination of conflict (R2 = 0.00293, p < .05), cohesiveness (R2 = 0.00126, p < .05), and psychological safety (R2 = 0.00254, p < .05) explained 0.0067 of the variance in five teamwork behavior constructs. Therefore, compared to psychological safety and cohesiveness, conflict was the most significant factor influencing teamwork behavioral effectiveness. This work suggests that instructors should pay closer attention to monitor the conflict in student teams to improve their teamwork skills.

Author

• Siqing Wei, Purdue University