Student Team Charter
Student Team Charter
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Mission Statement
Dedicating ourselves to fostering collaboration and open communication among colleagues is our core mission. This commitment is aimed at enhancing team relationships and achieving our common organizational goals. It also involves ensuring fair workload distribution to avoid unwanted stress and boost productivity. Finally, promoting shared accountability fosters a teamwork spirit and a sense of ownership toward success and failure.
B. Objectives
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Facilitate effective communication channels within the team.
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Ensure fair distribution of tasks and responsibilities among team members.
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Cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment for all team members.
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Encourage active participation and engagement in team activities.
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Achieve our project goals through collective effort and dedication.
II. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY
TEAM LEADER |
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Responsibilities |
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COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR |
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Responsibilities |
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TASK COORDINATOR |
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Responsibilities |
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QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER |
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Responsibilities |
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III. TEAM NORMS
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Respect: Treat all team members with courtesy and professionalism.
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Accountability: Fulfill assigned tasks promptly and responsibly.
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Collaboration: Work together to achieve common goals.
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Transparency: Share information openly and honestly within the team.
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Flexibility: Adapt to changing circumstances and requirements with a positive attitude.
IV. DECISION-MAKING PROCESS
Decisions will be made through consensus whenever possible. In cases where consensus cannot be reached, the team leader will make the final decision after considering input from all team members.
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Consensus sought for decision-making
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Team leader's final decision in the absence of consensus
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Input from all team members considered
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Process emphasizes collaboration
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Decision-making prioritizes team agreement
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Leader's role in the final decision clarified
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Aim for collective agreement in decision-making
V. CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Any conflicts or disagreements within the team will be addressed promptly and respectfully. Team members are encouraged to communicate openly and seek resolution through dialogue and compromise. If necessary, the team leader will mediate the conflict and work towards finding a satisfactory solution.
VI. MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular team meetings will be held [Insert Time] to discuss progress, upcoming tasks, and any issues or concerns. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed to address specific topics or urgent matters.
VII. COMMUNICATION PLAN
Communication will primarily be conducted through Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom. Team members are expected to respond to messages and emails promptly and to keep the team informed of any relevant developments or changes.
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Preferred communication platforms: Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
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Team members are expected to respond to messages and emails within 24 hours.
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Each team member is responsible for updating the team on the project's progress.
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The communication plan prioritizes Slack for instant messaging and quick updates.
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Regular information sharing and updates are vital for maintaining team cohesion and project success.
VIII. AMENDMENTS AND REVIEW
This charter will be reviewed periodically to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to the team's objectives. Amendments may be proposed by any team member and will be discussed and approved by the team collectively.
IX. SIGNATURES
Each team member acknowledges and agrees to the terms outlined in this charter by signing below:
Name |
Date Signed |
Signature |
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[Your Name] |
[DATE] |
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[Team 1's Name] |
[DATE] |
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[Team 2's Name] |
[DATE] |