Before entering into the first phase of research, it was important for everyone to gain an understanding of the problem at hand and perform some background research. We compiled as much information about working from home as we could in order to have a good enough background to formulate interview and survey questions about the topic. Some of the general research we did can be found below:
- General tips about effectively working from home
- A common statement that is made is that it is healthier to have distance between where you work and where you relax, maintaining separate spaces for each activity.
- https://theconversation.com/5-expert-tips-for-working-from-home-in-a-crowded-house-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic-133967https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/working-from-home-spouses-roommates-unexpectedly/
- A common statement that is made is that it is healthier to have distance between where you work and where you relax, maintaining separate spaces for each activity.
- Popular “work from home” equipment
- General information regarding equipment used to work remotely
- https://www.uctoday.com/endpoints/video-phone-and-headset-devices-round-table-2020/
- General information regarding equipment used to work remotely
- Need to consider materials: find options for noise insulation
- https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/lifestyle/best-acoustic-panels-for-sound-dampening-927358/
- Soundproofing
- Noise cancellation tech
- https://soundproofliving.com/white-noise-machine-offices/
- Noise Cancellation Headphones
- https://www.businessinsider.com/best-headphones-for-remote-learning-online-learning
- Ergonomics of working from home
- Ohio office space requirements
- https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/computerworkstations/components_desk.html
- Ohio office space requirements