Question 1

What will this class cover?

Accepted Answer

Do you know how to effectively participate as a member of a decision-making group that follows Robert's Rules? If not, or if you're a little rusty on the details, get ready to be empowered! Each step of a typical meeting will be covered, with ample time for questions and practice.

Question 2

Who is the instructor?

Accepted Answer

Wendi Baggaley, Registered Parliamentarian and Founder of Right Choice Consulting and Management, LLC., is the instructor for this course. Drawing upon 30+ years of experience in Robert's Rules and training in political involvement, Wendi delights to share her passion for parliamentary procedure.

Question 3

How much does the class cost?

Accepted Answer

The five-hour online workshop costs $50.00.

Question 4

Will this same workshop be held again?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Check out Eventbrite or the Facebook page for Ask A Parliamentarian <https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575682934330> to see updates about future classes.

Question 5

Will there be breaks during the course of the day?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Plan on a short break every hour and a longer break mid-day for lunch. During the lunch break we will present some humorous videos relating to our subject and share the links for reviewing later.

Question 6

What do I need to bring to the class?

Accepted Answer

A positive attitude and willingness to learn! The day before the class you will receive a reminder email with a downloadable study guide and link to the zoom meeting room. Access to the most recent version of Robert's Rules of Order will be helpful, but not mandatory.

Question 7

Why are there so many different books called "Robert's Rules of Order"? Are they the same thing?

Accepted Answer

The first "Robert's Rules of Order" was published by Henry M Roberts in 1876.  While many copycats have been published since then, the 12th edition (ivory cover with gold lettering) is the only officially authorized  version. It is  published by the Robert's Rules Association.

Question 8

Where can I buy my own Robert's Rules book?

Accepted Answer

"Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (12th ed.)" [Ivory cover] and "Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised In Brief (3rd ed.)"[Yellow cover] are available for purchase at <https://www.parliamentarians.org> and Amazon, including digital editions.

Question 9

What is the difference between the ivory and yellow books?

Accepted Answer

The book with the yellow cover is "Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised - In Brief (3rd ed.)", the only authorized concise guide. It is designed to give a brief overview of the most important principles in Robert's Rules of Order, with direct references to the larger ivory cover book.

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