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*One person can interview another while recording their responses. | *One person can interview another while recording their responses. | ||
No more than two people can use the room at a time. | No more than two people can use the room at a time. | ||
=== Restrictions === | |||
*No one under 8 years old will be allowed. | |||
*Anyone 8-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. | |||
*No food or drink, except bottled water, is allowed. | |||
=== Scheduling === | === Scheduling === | ||
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=== Flash Drive Charges === | === Flash Drive Charges === | ||
Our equipment is able to save oral history interview videos to flash drive media. One hour of interview time can take as much as 4GB of video storage space. In order to protect our computer equipment from viruses and to provide sufficient storage space to save recorded interviews, '''patrons must purchase | Our equipment is able to save oral history interview videos to flash drive media. One hour of interview time can take as much as 4GB of video storage space. In order to protect our computer equipment from viruses and to provide sufficient storage space to save recorded interviews, '''patrons must purchase a new 8GB flash drive for each session at the library'''. The cost of these flash drives is $7.00 each. These charges can only be paid with cash or check. No credit or debit cards. There are no other costs associated with the use of the Oral History Room. | ||
=== Preparation === | === Preparation === | ||
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During the interview be relaxed and alert. It is best not to spend too much time taking notes. Jot down what you need to remember, but for the most part you should look at the interviewee and listen carefully to what is said. The following recommendations will help you in your interview.<br> | During the interview be relaxed and alert. It is best not to spend too much time taking notes. Jot down what you need to remember, but for the most part you should look at the interviewee and listen carefully to what is said. The following recommendations will help you in your interview.<br> | ||
#'''Be on Time.''' You will have a more successful interview if you minimize inconvenience to the person you interview | #'''Be on Time.''' You will have a more successful interview if you minimize inconvenience to the person you interview | ||
#'''Record the Details of Your Interview'''. Start your recording with your own voice. Explain who you are, who you are interviewing, what the date is, and where the interview is being conducted. | #'''Record the Details of Your Interview'''. Start your recording with your own voice. Explain who you are, who you are interviewing, what the date is, and where the interview is being conducted. | ||
#'''Start Asking Your Questions.''' During the interview itself, your job is to help your subject feel comfortable and willing to talk. Once comfortable, most people do not have any problem talking about their life experiences. As you progress with your interview, keep in mind the following points: | #'''Start Asking Your Questions.''' During the interview itself, your job is to help your subject feel comfortable and willing to talk. Once comfortable, most people do not have any problem talking about their life experiences. As you progress with your interview, keep in mind the following points: | ||
#'''Make a note of anything that may need clarification'''. Instead of interrupting while your interviewee is talking, make a quick note of things you do not understand and ask for clarification later in the interview.<br> | #'''Make a note of anything that may need clarification'''. Instead of interrupting while your interviewee is talking, make a quick note of things you do not understand and ask for clarification later in the interview.<br> | ||
#'''Stay alert for signs of fatigue'''. If the person you are interviewing shows signs of fatigue and is not refreshed by a bathroom break or a drink of water, you may need to finish your interview at a different time <br> | #'''Stay alert for signs of fatigue'''. If the person you are interviewing shows signs of fatigue and is not refreshed by a bathroom break or a drink of water, you may need to finish your interview at a different time <br> | ||