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Adapting parliamentary procedure is essential for ensuring efficient meetings while considering the organization's specific ______ and culture.
Adapting parliamentary procedure is essential for ensuring efficient meetings while considering the organization's specific ______ and culture.
needs
Traditional parliamentary procedure is designed for large, formal deliberative ______, making adaptation necessary for diverse settings.
Traditional parliamentary procedure is designed for large, formal deliberative ______, making adaptation necessary for diverse settings.
assemblies
Large organizations with complex structures require more ______ procedures to manage discussions and decisions effectively.
Large organizations with complex structures require more ______ procedures to manage discussions and decisions effectively.
formal
Organizations that prioritize speed and inclusivity in decision-making may need to adapt procedures over strict ______.
Organizations that prioritize speed and inclusivity in decision-making may need to adapt procedures over strict ______.
Organizations dealing with highly technical issues might adjust debate times or introduce specialized procedures for expert ______ and analysis.
Organizations dealing with highly technical issues might adjust debate times or introduce specialized procedures for expert ______ and analysis.
Modern organizations adapt parliamentary procedure to accommodate virtual meetings, online voting, and digital ______.
Modern organizations adapt parliamentary procedure to accommodate virtual meetings, online voting, and digital ______.
Adapting parliamentary procedure involves modifying or selectively applying aspects of standard parliamentary ______.
Adapting parliamentary procedure involves modifying or selectively applying aspects of standard parliamentary ______.
Simplifying rules in adapted parliamentary procedure includes prioritizing the underlying principles of fairness, order, and the rights of the ______.
Simplifying rules in adapted parliamentary procedure includes prioritizing the underlying principles of fairness, order, and the rights of the ______.
Streamlining motions involves focusing on essential motions like main motions, amendments, and ______ motions.
Streamlining motions involves focusing on essential motions like main motions, amendments, and ______ motions.
Formalizing rules in rapidly growing organizations can improve structure and ______.
Formalizing rules in rapidly growing organizations can improve structure and ______.
Customizing rules involves organizations creating their own standing rules or bylaws that specifically tailor parliamentary procedure to their unique ______.
Customizing rules involves organizations creating their own standing rules or bylaws that specifically tailor parliamentary procedure to their unique ______.
Some organizations prioritize consensus-building over majority rule, adapting parliamentary procedure to facilitate ______-seeking processes.
Some organizations prioritize consensus-building over majority rule, adapting parliamentary procedure to facilitate ______-seeking processes.
Online meeting platforms adapt rules for virtual meetings, including procedures for raising hands digitally and managing electronic ______.
Online meeting platforms adapt rules for virtual meetings, including procedures for raising hands digitally and managing electronic ______.
Small non-profit organizations often adapt parliamentary procedures by focusing on consensus-building and relaxing ______ requirements.
Small non-profit organizations often adapt parliamentary procedures by focusing on consensus-building and relaxing ______ requirements.
Corporate boards adapt parliamentary procedure with an emphasis on strategic decision-making and streamlined motions focused on business ______.
Corporate boards adapt parliamentary procedure with an emphasis on strategic decision-making and streamlined motions focused on business ______.
Government bodies adapt parliamentary procedures with an emphasis on transparency, public participation, and legal ______.
Government bodies adapt parliamentary procedures with an emphasis on transparency, public participation, and legal ______.
Educational institutions utilize formal procedures with a focus on academic governance, student representation, and curriculum ______.
Educational institutions utilize formal procedures with a focus on academic governance, student representation, and curriculum ______.
Online communities adapt moderation rules and guidelines that act as a form of parliamentary procedure, using community-based consensus or voting ______.
Online communities adapt moderation rules and guidelines that act as a form of parliamentary procedure, using community-based consensus or voting ______.
Organizations that use less formal language, use plain language instead of strict parliamentary ______ where possible.
Organizations that use less formal language, use plain language instead of strict parliamentary ______ where possible.
Organizations develop standing rules by tailoring parliamentary procedure to their unique ______.
Organizations develop standing rules by tailoring parliamentary procedure to their unique ______.
Flashcards
Why Adapt Parliamentary Procedure?
Why Adapt Parliamentary Procedure?
Adapting parliamentary procedure ensures meetings are efficient, fair, and productive, mindful of the organization’s specific needs and culture.
Organizational Size and Structure
Organizational Size and Structure
Large orgs need formal procedures to manage discussions; smaller groups operate efficiently with simplified processes.
Purpose and Goals Adaptation
Purpose and Goals Adaptation
Prioritize speed and inclusivity over strict formality for rapid decision-making or consensus-building.
Complexity of Issues Adaptation
Complexity of Issues Adaptation
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Volunteer vs. Paid Staff
Volunteer vs. Paid Staff
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Technology and Communication
Technology and Communication
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Focus on Core Principles
Focus on Core Principles
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Streamlining Motions
Streamlining Motions
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Shortened Debate Times
Shortened Debate Times
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Less Formal Language
Less Formal Language
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Reduced Quorum Requirements
Reduced Quorum Requirements
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Increased Formality
Increased Formality
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Relaxed Formality
Relaxed Formality
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Developing Standing Rules
Developing Standing Rules
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Using a Modified Version of RONR
Using a Modified Version of RONR
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Focus on Consensus-Based Decision-Making
Focus on Consensus-Based Decision-Making
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Small Non-Profit/Volunteer Groups
Small Non-Profit/Volunteer Groups
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Corporate Boards and Committees
Corporate Boards and Committees
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Government Bodies Adaptation
Government Bodies Adaptation
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Online Communities and Forums Adaptation
Online Communities and Forums Adaptation
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Study Notes
Why Adapt Parliamentary Procedure?
- Adapting parliamentary procedure ensures efficient, fair, and productive meetings while respecting an organization's needs and culture
- Traditional parliamentary procedure, based on Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR), suits large, formal assemblies, but adaptation is vital for diverse settings
Organizational Size and Structure
- Large organizations need formal procedures for managing discussions
- Smaller groups benefit from simplified processes for efficiency
Organizational Culture and Norms
- Some organizations value informality which strict rules can hinder
- Others thrive on structured and formal rules
Purpose and Goals
- Organizations that focus on quick decisions or consensus-building might need modified procedures for speed and inclusivity
Complexity of Issues
- Organizations dealing with complex matters might adjust debate times or introduce specialized procedures for expert analysis
Volunteer vs Paid Staff
- Volunteer organizations benefit from simpler easier procedures
- Organizations with paid staff have resources for training and administration
Technology and Communication
- Modern organizations use technology, so parliamentary procedure adapts to virtual meetings and digital record-keeping
Simplifying Rules
- Prioritize fairness, order, and minority rights and limit complex motions
- Streamline motions to focus on essential main, amendment, and procedural motions
- Shorten debate times and use plain language
- Reduce quorum requirements for smaller or volunteer organizations
Formalizing or Relaxing Rules
- Increased formality can improve structure for rapidly growing organizations
- Relaxed formality suits smaller groups, encouraging informal discussion and consensus before formal votes
Customizing Rules
- Develop standing rules tailored to the organizations unique needs
- Explicitly state which sections of RONR are being adopted or adapted
- Prioritize consensus-building over majority rule in non-profits and similar groups
Utilizing Technology
- Rules can be adapted for virtual meetings, including digital hand-raising and electronic voting
- Use technology to distribute agendas, record minutes, and manage documents
- Employ online voting tools for efficient decision-making, especially in dispersed organizations
Small Non-Profit Organizations or Volunteer Groups
- Utilize simplified rules, focus on consensus and relaxed quorum, prioritizing inclusivity
- This is because they have limited resources and need to encourage participation
Corporate Boards and Committees
- Implement formal but efficient procedures and focus on strategic decisions
- The meetings are often time-limited and on key issues
- The need for efficiency and structured decision-making is necessary for accountability, legal compliance, and critical business matters
Government Bodies (Local Councils, Committees)
- Varying formality but usually more formal than non-profits, emphasizing transparency and public participation
- They are structured for accountability, legal frameworks, and need for documented processes
Educational Institutions (School Boards, University Senates)
- Utilize formal procedures emphasizing academic governance and student/faculty representation
- Need structure for educational policies due to academic freedom, shared governance, and multiple stakeholders
Online Communities and Forums
- Implement moderation rules as parliamentary procedure using forum posts, polls, or digital tools
- This is because there is a need for order and civility in online discussion
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