Metascrum

Correct Answer: Implement a collaborative platform where notes and action items from the MetaScrum meetings are documented and accessible for everyone to contribute and review.

The correct answer focuses on a proactive and inclusive approach to information retention and team involvement. Implementing a collaborative platform allows for continuous engagement and makes the information accessible to everyone, encouraging team members to actively participate and refer back to the discussed points. The wrong answers, while related and plausible, address the problem in ways that either add unnecessary layers to the process (decompression sessions and meeting historian role) or apply undue pressure on the team members (requiring them to pass a quiz), which might not foster a positive or productive team environment.

Correct Answer: Discuss the impact of these changes on the team's progress and negotiate for a less disruptive approach.

In the Scrum framework, the Scrum Master is the one who protects the team from disruptions and ensures the team achieves its goals. If a CTO demands immediate and disruptive changes, the best response from Scrum Master should be to discuss the impact of these changes on the team's ongoing work, sprint goals, and their overall progress. Negotiating for a less disruptive approach can help ensure the team's productivity and the product's quality are not compromised The second answer suggests to accept the changes without hesitation, which is incorrect because it may derail the team's existing progress and overlooks the Scrum principle of negotiating changes that could disrupt the sprint. The third answer, to refuse to accommodate the changes and proceed as per the original plan, is also wrong because it denies the crucial aspect of Scrum which is flexibility and collaboration. The Scrum Master should negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders while keeping the team's interests in mind. And finally, the last option to postpone the meeting to avoid the CTO is not correct as it avoids confrontation and important negotiation that is necessary to protect the team's interests while considering the CTO's requests.

Correct Answer: Invite the team to list and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the proposed tool, as well as the implications of switching tools mid-project.

The Scrum Master's role is to facilitate team discussions, not make decisions for the team or discourage innovation. The best approach would be to invite the team to list and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the proposed tool, as well as the implications of switching tools mid-project. This way, the team can make an informed decision, gain alignment and buy-in, and mitigate potential risks. The option of immediately starting using a new tool neglects the need for analysis and discussion. Discouraging the team from trying new tools goes against the agile principles of continuous improvement and adaptation. Disregarding the suggestion and continuing to use the current tracking tool can halt innovation and prevent potential efficiency improvements.