A Pilot Study: Assessing the Synergy of Student Multidisciplinary Teamwork in Collaborative Projects

Abstract

This pilot study delves into the efficacy of a novel scale, combining established measurements, to evaluate student teamwork in mixed collaborative environments. The article is split into two parts: the creation of the new scale and its application in evaluating four small heterogeneous groups' teamwork. Upon utilizing this newly developed scale to assess the diverse working teams, statistical analysis shows no significant differences in the three new dimensions, namely in communication skills (F=1.10, p=0.38), teamwork skills (F=0.20, p=0.89), or management skills (F=1.04, p=0.41). These findings suggest that despite variations in nationality, educational specializations, and gender, the teams displayed comparable competency in teamwork capabilities. The non-significant disparities underscore the potential effectiveness and equity of the new scale in appraising teamwork in diverse groups, emphasizing its utility in assessing cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaborations. This research contributes with insights into evaluating and enhancing multidisciplinary teamwork, offering a possible instrument for fostering successful collaboration in varied student groups.