An agenda is a list of items to be discussed or acted upon during a meeting). It is a document that outlines topics to be discussed during a meeting, including the time allocated for each topic and the person responsible for discussing it. Sharing a meetings agenda in advance helps attendees come prepared and during the meeting, an agenda can be used to help keep the conversation moving forward and on time. The simplest agendas are formatted as a short bulleted list, while more complicated agendas may include detailed descriptions, including the expected outcomes for each item, and reference material such as reports and proposals for review prior to the meeting. Formal agendas will also include timing and presenter information for each agenda item. An agenda lists the items of business to be taken up during a meeting or session and may also be called a "calendar"). Steps on any agenda can include any type of schedule or order the group wants to follow).