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Yes. The main groups that do this are the Copy Editors and Copy Assistants.
The Copy Editors go around the site correcting spelling and grammar. They also make answers more clear whenever they need to be.
The Copy Assistants do the same thing as the Copy Editors but they don't make answers more clear.
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Should there be a 'Grammar and Spelling Police' program on WikiAnswers since so many grammar and spelling mistakes are made?
Fixing spelling and grammar is one of the tasks of the WikiReviewers. See related link below.
Who are the WikiReviewers?
The WikiReviewers is a mixed group of supervisors and other site members. They are dedicated to improving the quality of the site. The WikiReviewers focus on grammar, spelling, balancing answers, and researching some of the more difficult answers.
Who are Wikireviewers?
The WikiReviewers is a mixed group of supervisors and other site members. They are dedicated to improving the quality of the site. The WikiReviewers focus on grammar, spelling, balancing answers, and researching some of the more difficult answers.
Do WikiReviewers block people for bad spelling?
No, they don't. They fix bad spelling when they come across it, but they don't warn or block people who make spelling mistakes.
How come you have to take a test to join the WikiReviewers group?
The WikiReviewers is a quality control group. They specialize in correcting spelling, grammar, and writing. We have to make sure that the members can correctly handle any assignment that we send their way.
Who is a copy editor?
A copy editor is a person who reviews style, spelling, formatting, grammar, and overall quality of a document. On WikiAnswers, there is a group of Copy Editors within the WikiReviewers. See the related question below for more on the WikiReviewers.
Who are the copy assistants on WikiAnswers?
The Copy Assistants are people from the WikiReviewers Program. The Copy Assistants are entry level WikiReviewers. They are assigned spelling and grammar replacement tasks, helping to improve the overall quality and readability of the site. They are given a badge to show that they posses this rank.
What is a Copy Assistant in the WikiReviewers program?
A Copy Assistant, in the WikiReviewers program, is a user on the site that would like to brush up on their spelling and grammar skills. They do smaller tasks, such as spelling replacement. Although they are smaller tasks, they are still a big help to the site. It is not required that you take the test to get into the Copy Assistants, but the project types are more limited.
What do WikiReviewers do?
WikiReviewers are dedicated to increasing the quality of Q&As. Members clarify questions, correct spelling and grammar, balance answers, and do other tasks to make WikiAnswers an even better place to ask and answer questions. There are several divisions: Literary Editors, Copy Editors, Archive Researchers, Editors at Large, and Trendsetters. Learn more about the WikiReviewers Program.Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/../static/community_members.html#ixzz1SdlnPCLN
What are the tasks of a Copy Editor on WikiAnswers?
Copy Editors - The copy editors work on spelling and grammar across the site. They clarify answers, and balance out one-sided or skewed statements.Copy Editors are a subdivision of the "WikiReviewers" group.
What should someone expect to see on the WikiReviewers test?
The WikiReviewers test is a mix of multiple choice and written answers. It is a tool used to measure spelling, grammar, and writing skills. There are questions asking which word is spelled correctly, and questions asking for an answer to be written to give a more neutral view point. Even if you do not totally know the answer to a written question, using proper spelling, grammar, and sentence structure will still gain you points. Example: Answer 1: IDK or i don't know (0 points!) Answer 2: I do not know, but I believe that this is something I could learn if shown. (4 points)
Do you have to be a supervisor to get into the WikiReviewers?
No, anyone that meets the requirements may join the WikiReviewers.These requirements are:Must be at least 13 years of agePass a basic spelling/grammar/writing testBe in good standing with the siteHave at least 20 quality answers in your historyQuality answers do not include those answered with one or two words such as yes, no, your mom, or duh. This means answers that are written in complete sentences, with correct spelling and grammar.
