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			See update from 2015 at [[OSE Forum]].

	==Introduction==		==Introduction==

Elifarley at 20:14, 12 June 2011

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 ==Category Structure and Content==
-Shortly, OSE will be simplifying the forum categories and structure to make them simpiler and clarify access.  The new structure will include the following:
+Shortly, OSE will be simplifying the forum categories and structure to make them simpler and clarify access.
+See the [[/Category Hierarchy|proposed new structure]].
 ===The General Discussion Forum===

Marcin: a few minor gramatical tweaks. Adjusted wording here and there.

2011-06-09T05:15:07Z

a few minor gramatical tweaks. Adjusted wording here and there.

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	==Introduction==		==Introduction==

	The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information ~~does not~~ appear magically. It is developed by dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.		The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information doesn't appear magically. It is developed by a team of dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.

	OSE has several communication tools that it uses including the wiki, blogs, project management tools like Pivotal, etc. This document deals with discussion forums and describes the policies of OSE with regard to both public, technical, and private forums.		OSE has several communication tools that it uses including the wiki, blogs, project management tools like Pivotal, etc. This document deals with discussion forums and describes the policies of OSE with regard to both public, technical, and private forums.

	Before getting into the details of how these forums are structured, ~~new comers~~ should realize that the forums, particularly the General Discussion forum~~, are~~ one way to make yourself known to OSE and it's project teams. We welcome all constructive input ~~from all intersted persons~~. However, we also ~~recognized~~ the destructive influence that individuals may inflict. It is for this reason that the general discussion is moderated. The moderator has the ability, authority, and responsibility to keep all discussions positive, project related, and fair.		Before getting into the details of how these forums are structured, newcomers should realize that the forums, particularly the General Discussion forum is one way to make yourself known to OSE and it's project teams. We welcome all constructive input. However, we also recognize the destructive influence that individuals may inflict. It is for this reason that the general discussion is moderated. The moderator has the ability, authority, and responsibility to keep all discussions positive, project related, and fair.

	To increase the quality of discussion - we recommend that new participants:		To increase the quality of discussion - we recommend that new participants:
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	===Meritocracy===		===Meritocracy===

	OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such a system is ~~very~~ necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply believe in. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any ~~real~~ work.		OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such as system is necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply believe in. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any work. We're here to build things.

	People who do work for OSE or make a commitment ~~of some kind~~ are designated as "Contributors". ~~There are a few steps to~~ becoming a Contributor:		People who do real work for OSE or make a recognized commitment are designated as "Contributors". Those interested in becoming a Contributor should:

	# Fill out the [[Team Culturing Survey]]		# Fill out the [[Team Culturing Survey]]
	# Volunteer to work on an OSE project		# Volunteer to work on an OSE project
	# ~~The~~ project leader ~~will~~ invite you join the Pivotal ~~project~~		# Wait for a project leader to invite you to join the project (Pivotal).
	# Figure out an initial task together and complete it.		# Figure out an initial task together and complete it.

	Based on your results, you will be invited to become an OSE Contributor, giving you access to the project forums. ~~There~~ are ~~some~~ other ~~ways~~ to ~~get recogized~~, such as ~~helping to maintain~~ the wiki~~, but since OSE is focused largely on~~ technical projects~~, the above is the best way~~. ~~Once you become known to other Contributors, you~~ will ~~likely be invited~~ to ~~do more work~~. A meritocracy means you are being judged on your merits as measured by your contributions. One of those contributions is your ability to work smoothly with other members of the team.		Based on your results, you will be invited to become an OSE Contributor, giving you access to the project forums. While there are other approaches to becoming a Contributor, (such as maintaining the wiki) we encourage people to contribute to technical projects. Successful contributions on one project will lead to opportunities on others. A meritocracy means you are being judged on your merits as measured by your contributions. One of those contributions is your ability to work smoothly with other members of the team.

	It should be noted that a metritocracy is based on ''active and on-going'' participation. While it's reasonable to take a break, legacy accomplishments are insufficient to maintain your Contributor status. People can also be bumped off projects if they show poor behavior or are inconsisent in delivering on their promises.		It should be noted that a metritocracy is based on ''active and on-going'' participation. While it's reasonable to take a break, legacy accomplishments are insufficient to maintain your Contributor status. People can also be bumped off projects if they show poor behavior or are inconsisent in delivering on their promises.
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	===Organization Forums===		===Organization Forums===

	~~Contributors~~ and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.		Contributor and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.

	===Staff Forums===		===Staff Forums===

	OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of ~~sensative~~ topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.		OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of sensitive topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.

	==Forum Moderator Duties==		==Forum Moderator Duties==
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	Moderators should also start, contribute to, or maintain, an FAQ on their Forum, to help inform and orient contributors.		Moderators should also start, contribute to, or maintain, an FAQ on their Forum, to help inform and orient contributors.

	Moderators should also provide a digest of their forum activity, after, say, 100 messages transpire. A digest would serve the purpose of regrouping and reorganizing discussion to facilitate progress, to point out worthwhile highlights, and to propose new initiatives. This digest can be a post on the forum, and it may be worthwhile to start a wiki page. If substantial activity warrants it, Moderators are invited to blog on the Factor e Farm blog to share their highlights.		Moderators should also regularly provide a digest of their forum activity, after, say, 100 messages transpire. A digest would serve the purpose of regrouping and reorganizing discussion to facilitate progress, to point out worthwhile highlights, and to propose new initiatives. This digest can be a post on the forum, and it may be worthwhile to start a wiki page. If substantial activity warrants it, Moderators are invited to blog on the Factor e Farm blog to share their highlights.

	Moderators are expected to facilitate keeping discussion on track, and making sure that spam, [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], and any non-constructive behavior does not take over discussions. There may be a fine line in certain cases, so the Moderator should ~~become~~ keen in focusing discussion towards practical results, rather than philosophical discussion or armchair critique.		Moderators are expected to facilitate keeping discussion on track, and making sure that spam, [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], and any non-constructive behavior does not take over discussions. There may be a fine line in certain cases, so the Moderator should be keen in focusing discussion towards practical results, rather than philosophical discussion or armchair critique.

	See [[OSE Forum Moderators]] for a list of current moderators.		See [[OSE Forum Moderators]] for a list of current moderators.
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	The following policies are established with respect to access and use of the OSE forums:		The following policies are established with respect to access and use of the OSE forums:

	===1. Intention===		===1. Intention===

	The purpose of the OSE Forums is to promote the [[Current Scope]] of the project. The general culture of the forums is summed up in the [[Core Values of OSE]]. OSE forums are intended to be a communication tool to explore ideas, solve problems, and general foster the progress of OSE projects. Contributes should review an [[Essay on Creative Problem-Solving]].		The purpose of the OSE Forums is to promote the [[Current Scope]] of the project. The general culture of the forums is summed up in the [[Core Values of OSE]]. OSE forums are intended to be a communication tool to explore ideas, solve problems, and general foster the progress of OSE projects. Contributes should review an [[Essay on Creative Problem-Solving]].

	===2. Spam===		===2. No Spam===

	The OSE forum is not a place for spam. This includes blatant product pitches, advertisements, links to promotal websites ~~not in support of an OSE project~~, etc. Repeated posting of spam ~~are~~ grounds for being banned. ~~Advertisements will be removed from the forum.~~		The OSE forum is not a place for spam. This includes blatant product pitches, advertisements, links to random promotal websites, etc... Ads will be removed on sight. Repeated posting of spam is grounds for being banned.

	===3. ~~Personal Attacks~~===		===3. Mutual Respect===

	OSE has a zero tolerance policy for [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], trolling, or other disrespectful behavior. Therefore, we will moderate such behavior actively, and eggregious behavior will result in an immediate ban from the forum. Violators and banned members may appeal to the forum administrator for resolution.		OSE has a zero tolerance policy for [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], trolling, or other disrespectful behavior. Therefore, we will moderate such behavior actively, and eggregious behavior will result in an immediate ban from the forum. Violators and banned members may appeal to the forum administrator for resolution.

	===4. ~~Unsubstantiated Claims~~===		===4. Citing Sources===

	The OSE forums are a place to post and discuss information relevant to OSE and OSE projects. Claims to performance, quality, etc. are expected to be backed up with substantiating links. Unsubstantiated claims only confuse current discussion and take away from progress towards solutions.		The OSE forums are a place to post and discuss information relevant to OSE and OSE projects. Claims to performance, quality, etc. are expected to be backed up with substantiating links. Unsubstantiated claims only confuse current discussion and take away from progress towards solutions. Cite your sources!

	===5. Creative Approach===		===5. Creative Approach===

	OSE forum members are expected to take a positive, creative approach to forum contributions. These may include suggestions, ideas, noting problems and challenges, etc. Constructive criticism is welcome, provided it is presented in a manner and spirit that ~~leads to further project goals~~.		OSE forum members are expected to take a positive, creative approach to forum contributions. These may include suggestions, ideas, noting problems and challenges, etc. Constructive criticism is welcome, provided it is presented in a manner and spirit that advances the mission of Open Source Ecology.

ARGHaynes at 04:28, 9 June 2011

2011-06-09T04:28:16Z

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	==Introduction==		==Introduction==

	The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information ~~doesnt'~~ appear magically. It is developed by dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.		The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information does not appear magically. It is developed by dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.

	OSE has several communication tools that it uses including the wiki, blogs, project management tools like Pivotal, etc. This document deals with discussion forums and describes the policies of OSE with regard to both public, technical, and private forums.		OSE has several communication tools that it uses including the wiki, blogs, project management tools like Pivotal, etc. This document deals with discussion forums and describes the policies of OSE with regard to both public, technical, and private forums.

	Before getting into the details of how these forums are structured, new comers should realize that the forums, particularly the General Discussion forum is one way to make yourself known to OSE and it's project teams. We welcome all constructive input from all intersted persons. However, we also recognized the destructive influence that individuals may inflict. It is for this reason that the general discussion is moderated. The moderator has the ability, authority, and responsibility to keep all discussions positive, project related, and fair.		Before getting into the details of how these forums are structured, new comers should realize that the forums, particularly the General Discussion forum, are one way to make yourself known to OSE and it's project teams. We welcome all constructive input from all intersted persons. However, we also recognized the destructive influence that individuals may inflict. It is for this reason that the general discussion is moderated. The moderator has the ability, authority, and responsibility to keep all discussions positive, project related, and fair.

	To increase the quality of discussion - we recommend that new participants:		To increase the quality of discussion - we recommend that new participants:
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	===Meritocracy===		===Meritocracy===

	OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such as system is very necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply ~~believing~~. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any ~~really~~ work.		OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such a system is very necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply believe in. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any real work.

	People who do ~~real~~ work for OSE or make a commitment of some kind are designated as "Contributors". There are a few steps to becoming a Contributor:		People who do work for OSE or make a commitment of some kind are designated as "Contributors". There are a few steps to becoming a Contributor:

	# Fill out the [[Team Culturing Survey]]		# Fill out the [[Team Culturing Survey]]
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	# Figure out an initial task together and complete it.		# Figure out an initial task together and complete it.

	Based on your results, you will be invited to become an OSE Contributor, ~~give~~ you access to the project forums. There are some other ways to get recogized, such as helping to maintain the wiki, but since OSE is focused largely on technical projects, the above is the best way. Once you become known to other Contributors, you will likely be invited to do more work. A meritocracy means you are being judged on your merits as measured by your contributions. One of those contributions is your ability to work smoothly with other members of the team.		Based on your results, you will be invited to become an OSE Contributor, giving you access to the project forums. There are some other ways to get recogized, such as helping to maintain the wiki, but since OSE is focused largely on technical projects, the above is the best way. Once you become known to other Contributors, you will likely be invited to do more work. A meritocracy means you are being judged on your merits as measured by your contributions. One of those contributions is your ability to work smoothly with other members of the team.

	It should be noted that a metritocracy is based on ''active and on-going'' participation. While it's reasonable to take a break, legacy accomplishments are insufficient to maintain your Contributor status. People can also be bumped off projects if they show poor behavior or are inconsisent in delivering on their promises.		It should be noted that a metritocracy is based on ''active and on-going'' participation. While it's reasonable to take a break, legacy accomplishments are insufficient to maintain your Contributor status. People can also be bumped off projects if they show poor behavior or are inconsisent in delivering on their promises.
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	===Organization Forums===		===Organization Forums===

	~~Contributor~~ and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.		Contributors and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.

	===Staff Forums===		===Staff Forums===

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			==See Also==
			* [[Essay on Creative Problem-Solving]]

	[[Category:Standards]]		[[Category:Standards]]

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	=Introduction=		==Introduction==

	The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information doesnt' appear magically. It is developed by dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.		The Open Source Ecology project, like most open source projects, is based primarily on information. OSE is a team of people working together towards certain goals that we believe can have a fundamental impact on society at a local, national, and global level. The main output of that team is information in the form of designs, CAD drawings, etc. Such information doesnt' appear magically. It is developed by dedicated, committed people working together. Much of that work is communication.
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	* All participants in the forum should read the policies and standards described below.		* All participants in the forum should read the policies and standards described below.

	==Meritocracy==		===Meritocracy===

	OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such as system is very necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply believing. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any really work.		OSE, like many open source projects (such as Linux, Apache, etc.) are based on the concepts of meritocracy. Meritocracy means that people are given access, authority, and responsibility in direct proportion to their contributions. Such as system is very necessary as most of us are volunteers contributing our time, labor, and money to something we deeply believing. It is a system designed to weed out tire-kickers, naysayers, complainers, and especially those who don't do any really work.
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	=Forum Roles=		==Forum Roles==

	OSE has defined the following forum membership levels or 'roles':		OSE has defined the following forum membership levels or 'roles':
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	* Administrator - an OSE staff member tasked with overseing all of the forums, currently [[Elifarley Cruz]].		* Administrator - an OSE staff member tasked with overseing all of the forums, currently [[Elifarley Cruz]].

	=Category Structure and Content=		==Category Structure and Content==

	Shortly, OSE will be simplifying the forum categories and structure to make them simpiler and clarify access. The new structure will include the following:		Shortly, OSE will be simplifying the forum categories and structure to make them simpiler and clarify access. The new structure will include the following:
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	OSE may create new categories within these high level categories if the need arises.		OSE may create new categories within these high level categories if the need arises.

	==The General Discussion Forum==		===The General Discussion Forum===

	The general discussion forum allows people who are interested in OSE to express their ideas and explore OSE concepts through discussion. We have created separate forums for different languages to make people more comfortable and not worry about trying to translate their thinking into another language.		The general discussion forum allows people who are interested in OSE to express their ideas and explore OSE concepts through discussion. We have created separate forums for different languages to make people more comfortable and not worry about trying to translate their thinking into another language.
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	Please review forum polices below, as well.		Please review forum polices below, as well.

	==Technical Forums==		===Technical Forums===

	Technical discussion is the next level of forum discussion. Technical contributors are required to fill in the [[Team Culturing]] survey prior to starting their contributions. This gives other contributors a view into your skills, views, location, etc.		Technical discussion is the next level of forum discussion. Technical contributors are required to fill in the [[Team Culturing]] survey prior to starting their contributions. This gives other contributors a view into your skills, views, location, etc.
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	Technical contributors are also invited to use the wiki talk: pages for discussion associated with particular wiki pages.		Technical contributors are also invited to use the wiki talk: pages for discussion associated with particular wiki pages.

	==Organization Forums==		===Organization Forums===

	Contributor and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.		Contributor and OSE staff have the ability to participate in and post to organization forums. This is the right place to discuss OSE resources, project management, improvements to OSE as an organization, information standards, and fundraising. It is also where new project proposals are made and discussed for formation into full OSE projects.

	==Staff Forums==		===Staff Forums===

	OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of sensative topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.		OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of sensative topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.

	=Forum Moderator Duties=		==Forum Moderator Duties==

	Forum moderators should have subject-matter expertise, practical experience, and at the very least, serious interest in, their respective topic of moderation. Moderators are to serve indefinitely, unless otherwise agreed upon, but other moderators may be added to a particular forum in case of increased traffic or other circumstances. Moderators should have sufficient time to read through postings, to make sure that they adhere to [[OSE Specifications]] and general goals of OSE as specified in the [[Crash Course]]. Moderators should seek assistance if the volume of communication exceeds their ability to handle the discussion. Moderators should contact [[Elifarley Cruz]] with any issues.		Forum moderators should have subject-matter expertise, practical experience, and at the very least, serious interest in, their respective topic of moderation. Moderators are to serve indefinitely, unless otherwise agreed upon, but other moderators may be added to a particular forum in case of increased traffic or other circumstances. Moderators should have sufficient time to read through postings, to make sure that they adhere to [[OSE Specifications]] and general goals of OSE as specified in the [[Crash Course]]. Moderators should seek assistance if the volume of communication exceeds their ability to handle the discussion. Moderators should contact [[Elifarley Cruz]] with any issues.
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	=Administrator Duties=		==Administrator Duties==

	The forum administrator is tasked with making sure that the OSE forums fulfill their role in the OSE process. These duties include:		The forum administrator is tasked with making sure that the OSE forums fulfill their role in the OSE process. These duties include:
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	* Review requests for banning members		* Review requests for banning members

			==Forum Policies==
	=Forum Policies=

	The following policies are established with respect to access and use of the OSE forums:		The following policies are established with respect to access and use of the OSE forums:

	==1. Intention==		===1. Intention===

	The purpose of the OSE Forums is to promote the [[Current Scope]] of the project. The general culture of the forums is summed up in the [[Core Values of OSE]]. OSE forums are intended to be a communication tool to explore ideas, solve problems, and general foster the progress of OSE projects. Contributes should review an [[Essay on Creative Problem-Solving]].		The purpose of the OSE Forums is to promote the [[Current Scope]] of the project. The general culture of the forums is summed up in the [[Core Values of OSE]]. OSE forums are intended to be a communication tool to explore ideas, solve problems, and general foster the progress of OSE projects. Contributes should review an [[Essay on Creative Problem-Solving]].

	==2. Spam==		===2. Spam===

	The OSE forum is not a place for spam. This includes blatant product pitches, advertisements, links to promotal websites not in support of an OSE project, etc. Repeated posting of spam are grounds for being banned. Advertisements will be removed from the forum.		The OSE forum is not a place for spam. This includes blatant product pitches, advertisements, links to promotal websites not in support of an OSE project, etc. Repeated posting of spam are grounds for being banned. Advertisements will be removed from the forum.

	==3. Personal Attacks==		===3. Personal Attacks===

	OSE has a zero tolerance policy for [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], trolling, or other disrespectful behavior. Therefore, we will moderate such behavior actively, and eggregious behavior will result in an immediate ban from the forum. Violators and banned members may appeal to the forum administrator for resolution.		OSE has a zero tolerance policy for [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:No_personal_attacks\|personal attacks]], trolling, or other disrespectful behavior. Therefore, we will moderate such behavior actively, and eggregious behavior will result in an immediate ban from the forum. Violators and banned members may appeal to the forum administrator for resolution.

	==4. Unsubstantiated Claims==		===4. Unsubstantiated Claims===

	The OSE forums are a place to post and discuss information relevant to OSE and OSE projects. Claims to performance, quality, etc. are expected to be backed up with substantiating links. Unsubstantiated claims only confuse current discussion and take away from progress towards solutions.		The OSE forums are a place to post and discuss information relevant to OSE and OSE projects. Claims to performance, quality, etc. are expected to be backed up with substantiating links. Unsubstantiated claims only confuse current discussion and take away from progress towards solutions.

	==5. Creative Approach==		===5. Creative Approach===

	OSE forum members are expected to take a positive, creative approach to forum contributions. These may include suggestions, ideas, noting problems and challenges, etc. Constructive criticism is welcome, provided it is presented in a manner and spirit that leads to further project goals.		OSE forum members are expected to take a positive, creative approach to forum contributions. These may include suggestions, ideas, noting problems and challenges, etc. Constructive criticism is welcome, provided it is presented in a manner and spirit that leads to further project goals.


	=Forum Use=		==Forum Use==
			To make the most of our forums, please see some [[Vanilla Forums]] usage tips.
	~~==Notification by Email~~==

	~~If you want to receive notifications per email go to your~~ [~~http://openfarmtech.org/forum/profile/notifications\|Profile Notifications~~] ~~and on the right side there are two options: "My Preferences" and "E-mail Subscriptions". Check them out~~.


	==RSS Feeds==		===RSS Feeds===


	[[Category:Standards]]		[[Category:Standards]]

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2011-06-09T02:04:57Z

TOC at right

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Category Structure and Content

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	** A single, general category with no sub-categories; one forum each for English, Spanish, French, Russian, and Portuguese. (writable by all)		** A single, general category with no sub-categories; one forum each for English, Spanish, French, Russian, and Portuguese. (writable by all)
	** Announcements (read only, press releases, etc.)		** Announcements (read only, press releases, etc.)
	* Technical (writable by contributors, readable by all)		* Technical (writable by participating contributors, readable by all)
	** GVCS Projects (50, top 20 for now)		** GVCS Projects (50, top 20 for now)
	** Component Projects (5 or so now, much more later)		** Component Projects (5 or so now, much more later)
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	** Agriculture Projects (farming, permaculture, etc.)		** Agriculture Projects (farming, permaculture, etc.)
	** Other Projects		** Other Projects
	* Organization (writable by contributors, readable by all)		* Organization (writable by participating contributors, readable by all)
	** Resource Development		** Resource Development
	** Web Infrastructure		** Web Infrastructure
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	OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of sensative topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.		OSE staff members have special duties and responsibilities that sometimes require private or restricted discussion of sensative topics. Forums in the Staff category are restricted to OSE staff members and invited contributors.


	=Forum Moderator Duties=		=Forum Moderator Duties=

Mjn: /* Forum Roles */

2011-06-08T17:21:14Z

Forum Roles

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	* General - can read most forums, but only post to the General Discussion forums.		* General - can read most forums, but only post to the General Discussion forums.
	* Contributor - can post to ~~all~~ technical forums~~, and many others~~.		* Contributor - can post to technical forums they are a member of.
	* Staff - can post to all forums, including restricted organization forums.		* Staff - can post to all forums, including restricted organization forums.
	* Moderator - a Contributor with special permissions in the forums that he (or she) moderates.		* Moderator - a Contributor with special permissions in the forums that he (or she) moderates.
	* Administrator - an OSE staff member tasked with overseing all of the forums, currently [[Elifarley Cruz]].		* Administrator - an OSE staff member tasked with overseing all of the forums, currently [[Elifarley Cruz]].


	=Category Structure and Content=		=Category Structure and Content=

Mjn: Replaced whole page with new forum policy text.

2011-06-08T12:26:13Z

Replaced whole page with new forum policy text.

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