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There are several differences between these programs, though both of them allow you to gain experience to become a Supervisor. You can join either one or both programs, it is your choice. Joining both might make you a bit more impressive.
In TIP there are two personal TIP Supervisors, Xnicola and Skullcandy88, who work alongside the coordinator, Zapallar, to provide guidance to TIP members and assist them where they need assistance. TIP Supervisors are your mentors in the program. In SPA, there are no specialist Supervisors to give you assistance other than the coordinator.
TIP tends to be a little bit quicker than SPA, however because of this, TIP is also stricter. In TIP you are expected to perform your tasks to a Supervisor standard, while in SPA you are only expected to perform a contributor standard. If you did not perform to a Supervisor standard in TIP, you could be asked to re-do the task.
In SPA there are no set task requirements. You can choose whether you want to complete a task or be reassigned another one. The tasks can also vary by size, from large to small, randomly. In TIP you are given set tasks and have no option to pass, skip or change the task. This is because TIP looks for people who can get things done rather than those who look for a shortcut. Those who take shortcuts will not make very effective Supervisors.
The leader of SPA is situated in the United Kingdom. While the leader of TIP is situated in the United States and both the TIP Supervisors are situated in the United Kingdom. This means that with TIP there is more chance of someone being online should you need assistance.
TIP offers you a 98% chance of being invited onto the Supervisor team when you graduate from the program. TIP is stricter than SPA but offers more support. You are expected to perform like a Supervisor.
SPA offers you a 80% chance of being invited onto the Supervisor team when you have reached a set criteria. SPA is softer and not as strict but there is less support. You are expected to perform like a contributor.
My personal advice, if you are interested in becoming a Supervisor here, is to try them both out.
What else can I help you with?
Are The Initiates Program and Special Projects Assistants the same programs?
No. They are two completely different programs run by different people. The Initiates Program is run by WikiAnswers and a team of TIP Supervisors. While the Special Project Assistants is run by a volunteer Senior Supervisor. Missions given by TIP cannot be completed for SPA. Likewise, missions given by SPA cannot be completed for TIP.
What is the nickname for Special Project Assistants?
Special Project Assistants do not have a nickname. However, besides being called a Special Project Assistant, contributors in the program are called SPA.
Can I be a member of the Special Project Assistants and The Initiates Program at the same time?
Of course you can. You can join as many programs as you like, as long as you reach their requirements. In fact, the more programs you're involved with and the more you actively contribute (within the guidelines), the more chance you have of impressing the Community Assistants who recruit Supervisors.
Do you HAVE to join The Initiates Program to become a Supervisor?
No, not necessarily. You can join the Special Project Assistants and also become a Supervisor later. TIP generally takes less time than SPA, but TIP may be slightly stricter with how tasks are completed. In TIP you will also get a personal TIP Supervisor to help guide you.
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.
What are the key differences between a program charter and a project charter, and how do these differences impact the overall management and success of the initiative?
A program charter outlines the goals, scope, and governance of a program, which consists of multiple related projects. A project charter, on the other hand, focuses on a specific project's objectives, scope, and resources. The key difference is that a program charter governs a group of projects, while a project charter is specific to one project. These differences impact the overall management and success of the initiative by providing clarity on the overall program goals and individual project objectives. The program charter helps align projects with the program's strategic objectives, ensuring coordination and synergy among projects. The project charter, on the other hand, provides a clear roadmap for the project team, outlining roles, responsibilities, and deliverables. By having both charters in place, stakeholders can better understand how individual projects contribute to the overall program success, leading to more effective management and increased chances of achieving the initiative's goals.
Can anybody help me get the badge of a Vandal Patrol Generalist please?
To have the Vandal Patrol Generalist badge, you must be a member of Vandal Patrol.Only Supervisors can join (or be invited into) Vandal Patrol.If you are not a Supervisor, you should consider joining either or both the Special Project Assistants or The Initiates Program first.If you are already a Supervisor, get in touch with the organiser/leader of the program, An8thg.An8thg will review your contributions and decide whether you are suitable to join the program.See the related link below for more information.
When was The Special Project Assistants Active Alumni Badge implemented?
The Special Project Assistants Active Alumni was started on December 20, 2011 and that is when the badges were starting to be given out.
What is the primary difference between a Special Project Assistant and a Community Assistant?
The primary difference between a Special Project Assistant and a Community Assistant is that a SPA is a volunteer contributor and a CA is part of the Answers.com Community Development staff, who help facilitate the website. Community Assistants get paid for their work and Special Project Assistants do not. To see a list of all Special Project Assistants and Community Assistants, see the Related questions below.
What super powers do the SPAs on WikiAnswers have?
The SPA's (aka Special Project Assistants), have really no super powers. All they do is help improve answers, help recat questions, answer questions, and make new questions. The Special Project Assistants are what the name says, assistants to Special Projects.
What is differ program manager and program manager?
I guess you are asking about the difference between a Project Manager & a Program Manager. A Project Manager manages the project while a Program Manager manages the program. A program may be a collection of one or more projects
What is the difference between web project and traditional project?
differences between a Web Project and Traditional Project?
