Anonymity and consensus in computer-supported group decision making
Research on Managing Groups and Teams
ISBN: 978-0-76230-662-6, eISBN: 978-1-84950-052-4
Publication date: 1 January 2000
Abstract
Quantitative and qualitative analyses of data generated in a lab study comparing anonymous and identified computer-supported groups involved in consensus decision-making discussions are presented. It is argued that anonymity removes some tools of persuasion, and increases the difficulty of coordinating discussion. Anonymous groups were found to increase the persuasiveness of their text-based messages, to increase discussion process management behaviors, and to find ways to label each other. No significant effect of anonymity on the number of groups reaching consensus was found. The implications of these results for future research and for practice are discussed.
Citation
Lauretta McLeod, P. (2000), "Anonymity and consensus in computer-supported group decision making", Neale, M.A. and Mannix, E.A. (Ed.) Research on Managing Groups and Teams (Research on Managing Groups and Teams, Vol. 3), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 175-204. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1534-0856(00)03010-3
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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