Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative study was to identify norms and culture of team-based Leadership Development Events (LDEs) that qualified for competition in the 2020 Idaho State Virtual LDEs. Differences in team norms and culture from the Agricultural Issues Forum, Parliamentary Procedure, and Conduct of Chapter Meetings were extrapolated from interviews of the advisors of the teams. Interviews took place via phone, were voice recorded, and transcribed for analysis. Interviews were open coded in a meaning-making process. From the interview data, it was determined that teams whose norms were student-driven had more of a team development experience, had more buy-in, and experienced more elements of cooperation. Teams that had advisor-driven norms were more focused on the competition and winning; in addition, individual accountability was a common theme. This information can be used to assist FFA advisors in structuring team development plans.