Team Constitution Guide

1.    Role Clarity

What are individual roles and responsibilities during the semester? How will these roles be filled?

2.    Communication

How will you communicate about the project (method and frequency)? What are the consequences for not communicating?

3.    Participation

How are tasks divided so that each student actively participates in the activities according to their strengths? What are the consequences for not participating?

4.    Collaboration

How is the project result more than the sum of the individual contributions?

5.    Time Management

How are you monitoring the progress of the project ensuring timely completion? How will you address delays?

6.    Trust and Psychological Safety

What conditions do you need to feel comfortable sharing your ideas or concerns without fear of judgment?

7.    Accountability

What does it mean to take responsibility for your assigned tasks? What are the consequences for not contributing?

8.    Adaptability and Problem-Solving

What does working together to solve unexpected problems mean to you? What do you need to meaningfully contribute?

9.    Resource Management

How will you ensure that you will follow safety guidelines and use lab materials and equipment responsibly?

10. Feedback and Recognition

How and when will you provide each other with constructive feedback on your work? How will you recognize the effort of others within the team?