The document discusses crowdsourcing transcription projects, including who participates, why they participate, and how projects are implemented. It notes that genealogy communities, natural sciences, libraries, archives, and museums contribute transcriptions. Volunteers participate for a sense of purpose, love of the subject matter, and because it is an immersive and fun activity. The document provides tips for choosing source materials and tools for transcription projects.

1. Crowdsourcing Transcription: Who, Why, What, and How Ben Brumfield, Perian Sully

19. (I’m saving this for Perian.)