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KnowledgeBases > The School Improvement KnowledgeBase > Element 2 > Activity 2 > Task 3: Establish Operating Rules and Norms

Guideline:

Teams function best with defined operating rules and behavioral norms. During its orientation process, the improvement team should establish its rules and norms. It is suggested the rules  be written and posted for members and visitors to see at each team meeting.

Guidelines Guidelines for Productive Meetings

This guide from the Team Handbook might assist team members with having productive meetings.

Practical Tips Effective Interaction in the Workplace

This article presents a perspective on effective interactions in the workplace that organizational leaders may find helpful. A series of support tools is provided to assist the reader.

References Creating Team Norms _EXTERNAL_LINK

This article at Stickyminds.com discusses the importance of creating team member behavioral norms. 

References How to Create Team Norms _EXTERNAL_LINK

This article at About.com discusses the importance of establishing team norms.

References School Improvement Team Handbook _EXTERNAL_LINK

This link is to the Oak Park (Illinois) Elementary School District 97 School Improvement Team Handbook. The handbook outlines the organization, purpose, roles, membership, and functions of school improvement teams in this district. Though specific to this school district, it may be a useful example for school improvement team organization.

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