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How long does it take to go from Special Project Assistant to Category Supervisor or Floating Supervisor?
The time is takes for a Special Project Assistant (SPA) to be promoted to any kind of Supervisor is entirely dependent on the individual. Those that complete tasks quickly and show a great aptitude and knowledge of the site, progress quicker than others.
Each SPA is assessed on their own merits and achievements, and there is no set time frame placed on the period they will remain an SPA. How long before they become a Supervisor is based solely on how well they complete the tasks set and their conduct on the site.
Note that there is also a minimum age to be a supervisor.
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How does a Premier Answerer become a Category Supervisor?
The same way a regular contributor would become a supervisor. The most common way is to become an SPA (Special Project Assistant) and spend time doing tasks to prove if you are worthy of becoming a supervisor. To view more information, view the link below.
As a Special Project Assistant what can you do?
You will do missions, and it'll lead you to the right path to become supervisor
What is the greatest thing that happened to you being an SPA on Answers.com?
Those who are a Special Project Assistant have a higher chance in becoming a Supervisor because it is like a training program in becoming one, it is the basics of what a Supervisor does, and the greatest thing that has happened to me while being a Special Project Assistant that it has indeed helped me become a Supervisor.
If you're a Special Project Assistant how long does it take to become a Supervisor?
There is no set time limit. It takes until you have shown you are ready to be a Supervisor.
What to do if you want answers to your messages?
You could take the question to another contributor, supervisor, floating supervisor, special project assistant etc., to ask for help, there are a lot of people who can help with a lot of questions if not ALL of them. Don't feel shy when it comes to something like this, if you have a question, feel free to ask!
Can a Special Project Assistant be blocked?
Yes, a Special Project Assistant can be blocked; they are still normal contributors. If a Special Project Assistant is caught cyberbullying, not listening to a Supervisor's warnings, putting nonsense in answers, or breaching the Terms of Use in any other way, he or she can be blocked.
Can you be a supervisor and a Special Project Assistant at the same time?
Yes! Any SPA that becomes a Supervisor is more than welcome to remain an SPA and continue to help out on the site by completing tasks! Once an SPA becomes a Supervisor, and they wish to continue as an SPA, the tasks will be tailored to take advantage of the Supervisor tools! Before the SPA Program was only for regular users. But now even if you become a supervisor you still can be a Special Project Assistant.
Why do some people have to become a Special Project Assistant in order to become a Supervisor but others don't?
Some users do not have the required age, or experience, and therefore, cannot become a Supervisor until they do. For those that are too young, a Special Project Assistant badge may be assigned to them until they are of age. Being an SPA is not a prerequisite to being a Supervisor; however, it does show to those that review Supervisor nominees how trusted that member is in the community and how much they contribute.
Who will be your co-supervisor for your research project?
The co-supervisor for my research project will be Dr. Smith.
How many steps are there in becoming a Supervisor on WikiAnswers?
You must register to become a member on the site, fit the criteria, email to become a Supervisor, then be granted Supervisorship or be redirected to learn more about the site through the Special Project Assistant program.
Does the Special Project Assistant Program on Answers.com need more coordinators?
No, the SPA program is an official program ran by the site. The Community Assistant, Ganderton, coordinates the project. He is assisted by the supervisor Stupid Little Genius. At this time, there is no need for coordinators. However, they are always looking for new members!
Can you lock questions when you're a Special Project Assistant?
No, unless you are a supervisor enrolled in the SPA program. Most Special Project Assistants are only normal contributors and can not lock questions because this is a feature only supervisors can do.
