Comprehensive Guide to Agile Scrum Foundations
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Comprehensive Guide to Agile Scrum Foundations
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Understand Scrum principles, values, and their real-world applications
Master Scrum roles, ceremonies, and artifacts to improve team efficiency
Utilize tools like Jira, Trello, and Microsoft Teams for Agile project management
Apply Scrum in IT and non-IT industries with hands-on case studies
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There are 15 modules in this course
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This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the core principles of Agile Scrum with this comprehensive course designed to provide a deep understanding of Scrum methodologies, roles, and best practices. You’ll learn how Scrum fosters collaboration, accelerates delivery, and enhances project management efficiency. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to implement Scrum in real-world scenarios, improving team productivity and project outcomes. This course takes you on a structured journey through Scrum, beginning with its fundamentals, origins, and key differences from traditional project management methods like Waterfall. You’ll explore Scrum culture, values, and pillars that make it a powerful framework. Moving forward, you’ll dive into Scrum roles—Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers—understanding their responsibilities and impact. Next, you’ll get hands-on experience in managing projects with Scrum, including planning, documentation, risk management, and delivery. The course also covers essential Scrum artifacts such as user stories, backlogs, and burndown charts. You’ll work with industry-standard tools like Jira, Microsoft Teams, Planner, Trello, and even leverage AI-powered ChatGPT for Scrum optimization. Ideal for project managers, developers, business analysts, and professionals transitioning into Agile roles, this course requires no prior experience in Scrum. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your Agile expertise, this course provides practical knowledge, real-world examples, and case studies to help you confidently apply Scrum principles in various industries.
In this module, we will introduce you to the foundational concepts of Scrum, compare Scrum with traditional Waterfall project management, and explore the historical development of Scrum. You'll gain insights into the value Scrum brings to modern project management.
What's included
4 videos
4 videos•Total 45 minutes
- Introduction to Scrum | Scrum Fundamentals and an Initial Overview of Scrum•10 minutes
- Welcome to the Scrum Course•1 minute
- Scrum Versus Waterfall: The Key Differences Between Scrum and Others and Scrum Value•18 minutes
- Scrum Origins | History of Scrum, the Foundation of Scrum, and Where Scrum Sits•17 minutes
In this module, we will delve into the pillars, values, and principles that form the culture of Scrum. You'll also explore how Scrum’s strengths contribute to its success and how these elements can be used to improve your Scrum practice.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 37 minutes
- Secret # 1 of Scrum•1 minute
- Scrum Pillars and Scrum Principles: The Solid Foundation of Scrum as a Culture•17 minutes
- Scrum Values and Scrum Resources: The Essence of Scrum as a Culture•15 minutes
- Scrum Aspects and Scrum Strengths•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- The Scrum Culture - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover the application of Scrum in managing projects, including how it can be combined with other methodologies. You will also learn about managing quality, change, and risk within Scrum, as well as the practical applications of Scrum in real-life projects.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Secret # 2 of Scrum•1 minute
- Quality in Scrum and Change in Scrum | How to Manage This in Scrum•8 minutes
- Risk in Scrum | Managing Risk in Your Projects with Scrum•3 minutes
- What Is Scrum For? | The Real-World, Real-Life Applications of Scrum•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Managing Projects with Scrum | The World of Agile Scrum Project Management - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the structure of the Scrum team, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers. Additionally, you'll discover how Scrum retrospectives enhance team performance.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 13 minutes
- Secret # 3 of Scrum•2 minutes
- Scrum Team•1 minute
- Developers•0 minutes
- The Product Owner•5 minutes
- The Scrum Master•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Team - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover how to effectively plan, document, and estimate tasks in Scrum, ensuring clear goals and outcomes. You will also learn about prioritization, delivery, and the approach to continuous improvement in Scrum.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 18 minutes
- Secret # 4 of Scrum•2 minutes
- Planning, Documenting, and Estimating in Scrum•7 minutes
- Delivering and Improving in Scrum•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Running Projects with Scrum - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive into Scrum artifacts like user stories and backlogs, demonstrating how they facilitate effective project tracking. We’ll also examine real-world examples to illustrate the application of Scrum outside the IT industry.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 56 minutes
- Secret # 5 of Scrum•2 minutes
- User Stories in Scrum and the Scrum Kanban Board•10 minutes
- Scrum Kanban Board Example in Trello•20 minutes
- A Real-Life Example of an Agile Kanban Board•6 minutes
- Velocity and the Burndown Chart•6 minutes
- The Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog•4 minutes
- A Real-World Example of a Non-IT Agile Project - Part 1•2 minutes
- A Real-World Example of a Non-IT Agile Project - Part 2•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Artifacts - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the concept of the Increment and the Definition of Done, essential in determining project completion. You will also learn how the MVP influences Scrum teams’ progress and success.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 8 minutes
- Increment and the Definition of Done in Scrum•3 minutes
- The MVP and Things That Help Scrum Teams Succeed•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Other Scrum Concepts - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will address frequently asked questions about Scrum, clarifying common misconceptions and exploring the differences between Agile and Scrum.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 4 minutes
- Scrum FAQs - The Acronym•2 minutes
- Scrum FAQs - Agile Versus Scrum•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum FAQs - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the events that structure the Scrum process, highlighting their significance in maintaining project momentum. You'll also look at real-world case studies that illustrate Scrum in action.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 64 minutes
- Scrum Events•1 minute
- The Daily Scrum and the Sprint•7 minutes
- Sprint Review Meeting and Retrospectives in Scrum•3 minutes
- Another Real-World Example of Scrum in Action•15 minutes
- Case Study - Agile in HealthCare and Supply Chain | Agile Interview with Joe D•38 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Events - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce Jira as a Scrum toolkit, demonstrating its features and showing how to set up Scrum boards, manage backlogs, and utilize reports to streamline Scrum project management.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 132 minutes
- [NEW] Note about Jira for Scrum•3 minutes
- Introduction to Jira from Atlassian; Agile Project Management Tool•12 minutes
- Initial Jira Tour•26 minutes
- Components in Jira Part 1•6 minutes
- [NEW] Components in Jira Part 2•3 minutes
- Scrum Boards in Jira•44 minutes
- Reports in Jira and the Burndown Chart•10 minutes
- The Product Backlog in Jira, Also Known as the Backlog or the Jira Backlog•16 minutes
- Roadmapping in Jira•12 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Toolkit: Jira - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore how Microsoft Teams supports Scrum team communication and collaboration. You'll learn how to create and manage teams and channels to enhance the Scrum process.
What's included
12 videos1 assignment
12 videos•Total 131 minutes
- Note About Teams for Scrum•2 minutes
- Introduction to Microsoft Teams•6 minutes
- What Is Teams?•6 minutes
- Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 1•4 minutes
- Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 2•3 minutes
- Teams Demo from Microsoft•16 minutes
- Initial Tour of Microsoft Teams•12 minutes
- Create and Manage Teams in Microsoft Teams•20 minutes
- Create and Manage Channels in Microsoft Teams•12 minutes
- Chatting in Microsoft Teams•8 minutes
- Everything Else You Should Know About Teams•10 minutes
- A Real-World Video Conference Call in Microsoft Teams•30 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Toolkit: Microsoft Teams - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce Microsoft Planner and demonstrate its application in Scrum project management. You will learn how to set up tasks, plan effectively, and use Planner as a Kanban board.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 80 minutes
- Introduction to Microsoft Planner•4 minutes
- Why Use Microsoft Planner?•7 minutes
- The Official Planner Website•6 minutes
- Initial Tour of Microsoft Planner•24 minutes
- How to Access and Use Support Documentation for Microsoft Planner•7 minutes
- Providing Feedback on Microsoft Planner•3 minutes
- A Real-World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Microsoft Planner•28 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scrum Toolkit: Microsoft Planner - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover how to use Trello for Scrum management, including setting up boards, managing cards, and applying it to real-world projects through case studies.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 101 minutes
- [NEW] Introduction to Trello•10 minutes
- [NEW] Initial Trello Tour•7 minutes
- [NEW] Setting Up a Trello Board•16 minutes
- [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 1•18 minutes
- [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 2•20 minutes
- [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 3•15 minutes
- [NEW] Case Study: A Neobank Using Trello for Their Roadmap•9 minutes
- [NEW] Real World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Trello•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- [NEW] Scrum Toolkit: Trello - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will demonstrate how ChatGPT can enhance Scrum team productivity, providing practical examples of how it can be used for tasks like writing emails, generating summaries, and preparing for interviews.
What's included
10 videos1 assignment
10 videos•Total 109 minutes
- [NEW] Introduction to ChatGPT•6 minutes
- [NEW] Getting Started with ChatGPT•3 minutes
- [NEW] Initial Tour of ChatGPT•5 minutes
- ChatGPT Versus ChatGPT Plus and Why ChatGPT Is Superior and the Recommended Choice•22 minutes
- [NEW] ChatGPT Prompts Part 1•15 minutes
- [NEW] ChatGPT Prompts Part 2•6 minutes
- [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Generate Book Summaries•6 minutes
- [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Write an Email Requesting Annual Leave•8 minutes
- [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Create a Podcast Name and Description•12 minutes
- [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Prepare for a Project Manager Interview•27 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- [NEW] ChatGPT: Scrum Teams Use This for Optimization and Productivity - Assessment•15 minutes
In this section, immerse yourself in the practical application of Scrum principles, gaining insights into real-world scenarios and best practices.
What's included
4 videos3 assignments
4 videos•Total 53 minutes
- Why Companies Love Scrum and Job Opportunities•5 minutes
- Jobs and Roles•7 minutes
- Salaries•37 minutes
- The Scrum Process and Scrum Recap•4 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
- Scrum in Practice - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
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