Team Charter Exercise
The Team Charter is equivalent to a business plan for your study group. The purpose is to address critical team challenges before they develop into issues. Therefore, the charter becomes a living document that grows as the team develops. It represents a tool that:
- Keeps the team moving in the same direction (common goals)
- Defines common expectations for everyone on the team (ground rules)
- Establishes a communication protocol
- Sets meeting times and schedule
- Articulates the intended team culture
The key components of the charter include:
- Who We Are
- Common Goals
- Core Values
- Potential Obstacles
- Ground Rules
- Communication Plan
For more information, suggestions, and rationale behind each of these topics, please refer to the "Components" page listed to the left.
REMEMBER: The team charter is a tool. Use it for reference, revisit it on a regular basis, and make changes as needed.
