Group Problem Solving in an Automated Environment: The Effects of Anonymity and Proximity on Group Process and Outcome with a Group Decision Support System.
Academy of Management ProceedingsPublished 1 August 1988
Leonard M. Jessup, David A. Tansik, Thomas D. Laase
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Abstract
An idea-generating task was given to groups using a GDSS in a laboratory to evaluate effects of anonymity and proximity on group functioning. Group members working anonymously and apart generated more comments. Working in the same room increased satisfaction. Highest levels of perceived system effectiveness were reported under anonymity.
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PsychologySocial SciencesDecision Sciences