Modern parliamentary procedure / Ray E. Keesey.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Keesey, Ray E., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Parliamentary practice.

Group Processes.

Medical Subjects:

Group Processes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xvi, 227 pages)

Edition:

Second Edition.

Other Title:

APA PsycBOOKS.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, [2018]

System Details:

text file

Summary:

"In 1971, Ray Keesey developed a guidebook that revolutionized parliamentary procedure. By eliminating misleading terminology and simplifying many of the complex and overly technical aspects of the traditional parliamentary process, Keesey's book offered clear rules of order for efficient democratic action in deliberative meetings. Thanks to its accessibility and lack of jargon, the Keesey System has become widely used by large deliberative bodies and small associations alike, allowing readers to quickly comprehend and implement the rules without needing to be experts on parliamentary process. Revised and updated with the expertise of the American Institute of Parliamentarians, this second edition includes rules that relate to technological innovations such as electronic voting and offsite attendees. Key features include a more logical classification of parliamentary motions, the elimination of superfluous motions, and key recommendations for preventing and managing disruptions. This book is an essential reference for associations, clubs, student groups, and larger deliberative bodies seeking clear and effective procedural rules."--Preface. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2018 APA, all rights reserved).

Contents:

The basic principles

A historical sketch of parliamentary procedure

Introduction to the rules of procedure

Main and ordinary motions

Special motions

Conducting the meeting

Participants in the meeting

Committees

Voting

Nominations and elections

Constitutions, bylaws, and rules.

Notes:

Originally published: Boston : Houghton Mifflin, 1974.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Electronic reproduction. Washington, D.C. : American Psychological Association, 2018.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781433828652

1433828650

9781433828669

Access Restriction:

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