Messaging app used for team coordination
WhatsApp is an asynchronous communication tool allowing for text and media sharing, supporting operational coordination and intercultural communication. It facilitates communication but requires human input for messaging. WhatsApp is also widely used in research for qualitative data collection, participant recruitment, and focus group discussions through text, voice notes, and emoji-enhanced interactions. It is a viable tool for reaching specific demographics (e.g., immigrants, students), providing a far-reaching and less intimidating platform for participant communication than traditional methods