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remote_volunteering [2022/08/02 09:38] (current)
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| * [[ http://www.samsontech.com/samson/products/microphones/usb-microphones/gtrackpro/ | Samson]] | * [[ http://www.samsontech.com/samson/products/microphones/usb-microphones/gtrackpro/ | Samson]] |
| === Volunteer server === | === Volunteer server === |
| * Microsoft SharePoint servers are very easy to use and can be set up and maintained by IT staff. However, as they are not designed to be used with larger files, they require some extra considerations. For more information, please refer to the //File and data exchange// section below. | * Microsoft SharePoint servers are very easy to use and can be set up and maintained by IT staff. However, as they are not designed to be used with larger files, they require some extra considerations. For more information, please refer to the File and data exchange section below. |
| * For libraries with the necessary resources, setting up a designated server could allow for more customization, and mitigate potential issues with SharePoint. | * For libraries with the necessary resources, setting up a designated server could allow for more customization, and mitigate potential issues with SharePoint. |
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| == In-person (On-site visits, Zoom meetings, etc.) == | == In-person (On-site visits, Zoom meetings, etc.) == |
| * Often, local organizations, schools, or libraries can be a source of volunteers, and creating time to make visits and presentations can help spread the word about volunteer programs. Since many potential volunteers may be unable to come to the library during hours of operation, informing them that remote options exist can encourage participation, and recruiting local remote volunteers can make equipment and physical file/data exchange easier. | * Local organizations, schools, or libraries can be a source of volunteers, and creating time to make visits and presentations can help spread the word about volunteer programs. Since many potential volunteers may be unable to come to the library during hours of operation, informing them that remote options exist can encourage participation, and recruiting local remote volunteers can make equipment and physical file/data exchange easier. |
| == Virtual recruiting boards == | == Virtual recruiting boards == |
| * Many free/partially free services exists for virtual recruiting, and one of the best is [[ https://www.volunteermatch.org/ | VolunteerMatch.org]]. This service can be used to search for volunteers by area (zip code), or can be set to accept applications from volunteers anywhere in the world. As listings automatically get pushed to Linkedin, one listing can get a great deal of exposure. | * Many free/partially free services, such as [[ https://www.volunteermatch.org/ | VolunteerMatch.org]], exist for virtual recruiting. VolunteerMatch.org allows searching for volunteers by area (zip code), and can also be set to accept applications from volunteers anywhere in the world. As listings automatically get pushed to Linkedin, one listing can get a great deal of exposure. |
| * While virtual recruiting services allow a great deal of coverage, it may be a good idea to speak with your HR department prior to creating a listing. In some cases, volunteers who apply may not be eligible to participate, and adding conditions to listings based on HR guidelines is recommended. | * While virtual recruiting services allow a great deal of coverage, it may be advisable to speak with your HR department prior to creating a listing due to legal considerations. |
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| = Training = | = Training = |
| Making documentation on core processes (written, or video contents) available online can be a good way to introduce potential volunteers to work to be performed for each role, and enable current volunteers to access tutorials easily. | Making documentation on core processes (written, or video contents) available online can be a great way to enable potential and current volunteers to access tutorials easily. |
| * [[ https://education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/mbtbl/volunteer/ | MBTBL Volunteer page ]] | * [[ https://education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/mbtbl/volunteer/ | MBTBL Volunteer page ]] |
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| As some volunteers may need additional support, quick, focused tutorial videos or documentation can be created and uploaded to individual volunteer directories on the server. Once a resource has been created, it can be distributed to other volunteers who encounter the same issue, or used as the basis for creating more formalized contents. | As some volunteers may need additional support, quick, focused tutorial videos or documentation can also be created and uploaded to individual volunteer directories on the server. Once a resource has been created, it can be distributed to other volunteers who encounter the same issue, or used as the basis for creating new general tutorials. |
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| = File and data exchange = | = File and data exchange = |
| * [[ https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/accessibility.html | Audacity]] | * [[ https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/accessibility.html | Audacity]] |
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| Accessible/Partially Accessible solutions can also be created in-house thanks to the wealth of documentation on coding and open source software solutions available on the internet. Currently, an in-house portable review station which includes marking/timestamp functionality (similar to DTB players) is in use at MBTBL. The review station was created using a Raspberry Pi 3b+ ([[ https://archlinuxarm.org/ | Arch Linux ARM]]), and the review program was written in C ([[ https://www.libsdl.org/ | SDL2]], [[ https://www.libsdl.org/projects/SDL_mixer/ | SDL_Mixer]]). | Accessible/Partially Accessible solutions can also be created in-house due to the wealth of documentation on coding and open source software solutions available on the internet. Currently, an in-house portable review station which includes marking/timestamp functionality (similar to DTB players) is in use at MBTBL. The review station was created using a Raspberry Pi 3b+ ([[ https://archlinuxarm.org/ | Arch Linux ARM]]), and the review program was written in C ([[ https://www.libsdl.org/ | SDL2]], [[ https://www.libsdl.org/projects/SDL_mixer/ | SDL_Mixer]]). |
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