Use the following PSM I reference material to support Professional Scrum Master I training.
PSM I Reference Material: Links
- What is Scrum?
A quick and easy summary defining what Scrum is, to refresh your memory or to help explain to colleagues. - The Scrum Guide
The fully comprehensive definition of Scrum. - Glossary
A glossary of Scrum terminology. - Agile Manifesto
What it means develop software in an agile way. - Retrospective plans
A collection of detailed retrospective plans you can run or take inspiration from. - SrumAnd
A more detailed coverage of the “Yes, we do Scrum, and…” concepts from the Profession Scrum Master course. - Scrum Master – A Manager
Exploring the accountabilities of the Scrum Master role. - “Self Organisation” and “Cross-functional Teams”
Ken Schwaber’s view on these key concepts. - Preparation guidance for the PSM I assessment
Tips and advice to prepare for taking the PSM I assessment. - What is Kanban?
If the work you are doing is not a good fit for Scrum, Kanban is likely to be a great alternative. - Drive: The surprising truth about what motivates us (Video)
Dan Pink explains how intrinsic motivation is achieved through maximising autonomy, mastery and purpose.
PSM I Reference Material: Books
- Brilliant Agile Project Management
If you need a solid understanding of how Agile Project Management works so your projects can fully benefit from using this innovative and powerful approach, this book is essential reading. - Scrum: a pocket guide
A concise but in-depth coverage of principles underpinning Scrum. - Scrum Mastery
A very practical look at the Scrum Master role and how to go beyond the basics. - Overcoming the 5 dysfunctions of a team
Practical exercises and approaches to help with teams exhibiting dysfunctional behaviors. - Coaching Agile Teams
Lysa Adkins shares her transition from command-and-control project manager to agile coach, with lots of techniques to develop coaching skills.