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Special Project Assistant (SPA) Program
The Special Project Assistant program (SPA) exists to teach contributors about all the tools they have and how to use them effectively. Tasks include answering new questions, recategorizing questions, cleaning up vandalism and spam and editing questions. Often SPAs become supervisors after they complete enough tasks to show that they are ready and understand how to use all the tools provided on the site.
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What are the guidelines for a Special Project Assistant's promotion to Supervisor?
Asked by Wiki User
The guidelines for a Special Project Assistant's promotion to Supervisor may vary depending on the organization. However, some common criteria may include demonstrating strong leadership skills, exhibiting excellent performance in the current role, showcasing effective communication and decision-making abilities, displaying the ability to manage a team, and having a solid understanding of the company's policies and procedures. Additionally, having relevant experience and expertise in the specific area of the special project may also be considered.
Who are all the Special Project Assistants on WikiAnswers?
Asked by Wiki User
There are currently just over 450 Special Project Assistants, all working hard to help the Supervisors and to make the site a better place for everyone.
And there are a further 44 SPAs who have gone on to become Supervisors and have joined the SPA Alumni, who are using their super powers to continue working on tasks to help keep the site a great place for everyone!
The members of the SPA Alumni are:
- 1Jazz
- Alexpsto
- At32296
- AwakeTonight
- Boy Brat
- Brassmaster
- Braydengerr
- DGPOLY
- Djblalock
- Ducky123456789
- Fish247
- Ireen22
- MarchenOtaku
- Mg42 killer
- MirandaPrime
- MizDanaKerriBaybee
- Mjkluio789
- Moromann
- Mr. Andy
- Muhammadafzal
- Mystery Mania
- Orthopaedicianamit
- Payam Nab
- PCForrest
- PinkiePieJr
- Prioktan918
- Ramarav
- Randomology
- Sakaki
- Sirius Equus
- Skullcandy88
- Soulcist
- Spottedtail
- SRK1484
- Sukidarkra
- Techie2013
- Tedduda
- Ten Tibias
- Tom Bomb
- Vigorouschemist
- Vishal
- Wiemsalot
- Yaofamily
- Zippyo
And the SPA's are:
- 11119
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- 335396206
- 14bbrocks
- 3452ipo
- 3jbsaddict
- 446k
- 4aron123
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- Adrianna Monique
- Aim779
- Alec mario
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- Aloutris
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- Andrea Stark
- Andrew Bong
- Andyg511
- Angel Star
- Angellina124
- Animalexpert40
- Ankit Maity
- Answeror
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- Anthonyorezzoli
- APerson241
- Apeworld
- Archieburden
- Argon382
- Arlondiluthel
- ARMY101
- Aumt13
- Austern
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- Avy851
- Awesome Pwner
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- Blackdalek20
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- Boy Brat
- Bresop2013
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- Buls2
- Cais1
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- Catlady203
- Charleswoodard
- Cheese9487
- Chris Rhodes
- Chuck424
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- Coinlvr11
- Collinmorrison98
- Connah Greenhalgh
- Cooliojoe
- Coolkid12345678
- Corza5
- CrazzyAmmy
- Creature19891023
- Creepykaily
- Crescentmoon1999
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- Cwilkinson000
- Cyberchief
- Cyer
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- DancingFlames
- Danniel99
- Darklaser966
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- dave158
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Is there a minimum amount of work required to be a Special Project Assistant?
Asked by Wiki User
There are no set requirements to become a Special Project Assistant, other than being a member of the site. Since the minimum age to join the site is 13 years old, this means that all SPAs should be at least 13.
There are no limits on how long a user has been on the site or how many contributions have been made. There are also no limitations as to how often a member uses the site, or how many warnings or blocks they have received.
Anyone is welcome to join, and the group is open to anyone wishing to learn more about the site tools, how things work, those wishing to become supervisors but lack the experience, or those just wanting to help make things better on the site by helping out with tasks!
What are the advantages of joining Special Project Assistants program?
Asked by Vishal
Special Projects Assistants do not get any 'powers', as they are still normal contributors. However, one they have completed enough tasks and prove they are ready to be promoted to Supervisor, they get powers.
Is a Special Project Assistant part of the WIT program?
Asked by Wiki User
No, although users are often members of both programs.
Who is Stupid Little Genius on WikiAnswers?
Asked by Wiki User
Stupid Little Genius is a Senior Supervisor, Senior Mentor, Wiki Reviewer, Wiki Guide, Bug Catcher, Vandal Patrol, WIT Adult Advisor, Double Platinum Contributor and she is the one who coordinates Special Project Assistant program here on WikiAnswers.
Apart from those listed above, she is a gifted artist and a wonderful person with a beautiful heart!
Please check her profile (in the related links) if you are interested to join the SPA program.
What is the primary difference between a Special Project Assistant and a Community Assistant?
Asked by Wiki User
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.
As A Special Projects Assistant What Can You Do If You Loose Touch With your Manager?
Asked by Wiki User
Stupid little genius is currently away from the site so the SPA program is under a hiatus right now. If you are interested in becoming a supervisor or doing tasks that were similar to the ones assigned in SPA you can join the TIP program by contacting Skullcandy88 or Xnicola.
How long does a contractor legally have to complete a job if no time limit is in contract?
Asked by Wiki User
Are there any tasks as an SPA that involve answering questions?
Asked by Wiki User
Yes, some tasks that are given to SPAs involve answering questions. Some call for questions that already have answers to be edited, others are about correcting spelling or grammar, and others call for vandalism to be cleaned up. However, some tasks involve writing answers from scratch! There are many different types of tasks!
For more information about becoming an SPA, or any aspect of the SPA program, please contact Stupid Little Genius.
Who mentors the SPAs on WikiAnswers?
Asked by MirandaPrime
Stupid Little Genius is the one who assigns projects, and will also help you if you have questions.
Anyone who Graduateds the mentoring program and then became a Mentor them self can mentor an SPA.
What tools do SPAs get?
Asked by Joeis2cool4u
A Special Project Assistant (SPA) gets the same tools a regular contributor gets when he/she becomes a member of WikiAnswers. It is only the Supervisors who have additional tools.
A Special Project Assistant can do the following:
- Ask questions
- Answer questions
- Edit questions/answers
- Add Related links and Related questions
- Edit alternates
- Split or move alternate wordings
- Recategorize
- Flag questions for improvement
Is SPA an abbreviation?
Asked by Wiki User
Yes, it is. SPA is an abbreviation for Special Projects Assistant.
What happens after you finish all of the SPA Tasks?
Asked by Mutchy126
If an SPA completes a certain number of tasks to a high standard, they will be offered the opportunity to become a Volunteer Supervisor. This number of tasks will vary from SPA to SPA, as everyone learns and picks thing up at a different rate. The average is about 25 tasks, but some do more, and some do less.
Once they have become a Supervisor, they can then choose to continue with the tasks if they wish and still help out with the site. The tasks then take advantage if the Super Tools and help the Super SPA get used to the changes.
So technically speaking one can never finish all the tasks, because Stupid Little Genius has a never ending supply!
Who are the SPAs on WikiAnswers?
Asked by Wiki User
According to the Help Center of WikiAnswers, the SPAs "perform tasks such as seeding new questions, recategorizing Q&As, cleaning up vandalism and spam and other critical daily activities that lend to a better overall user experience for all members of our community. They believe in giving for the greater good and are recognized by Supervisors for their time and effort."
When a user decides to become an SPA, they are given tasks in areas that hopefully interest them. The tasks are all submitted by Supervisors, so by completing them, the SPAs know that they are helping in the areas that need it!
The tasks are normally quite simple and might involve things like:
- Splitting and moving alternates around
- Editing questions
- Editing answers
- Removing vandalism
- Recategorizing questions
- Using the search feature
- Sorting out related links
- Cleaning up after a bad user
But most of all, being an SPA is a chance to have some fun while on WikiAnswers!
If you would like more information on the SPA project or have any questions about being an SPAs, please contact Stupid Little Genius. Her profile can be found here:
Who were the first five SPAs to complete 50 Missions in Special Project Assistant program?
Asked by Vishal
In no particular order, the first 5 SPAs to complete 50 missions were:
- AnimalExpert40
- Spottedtail
- AwakeTonight
- Ireen22
- Vishal
What are some examples of Special Project Assistant tasks?
Asked by Wiki User
Special Project Assistant tasks are always different, so SPAs never know what their next task is going to be. A list of tasks you certainly will get in your time as an SPA is:
- Question Editing Tasks
- Answering Questions Tasks
- Alternate Tasks (This means to clean up the selected question's alternate wordings)
- Recategorizing Tasks
- Flagging and Unflagging Tasks
Usually, SPAs tasks will be similar to what needs done on WikiAnswers at the moment.
Who founded the SPA Program on WikiAnswers?
Asked by Wiki User
The SPA program was originally conceptualized in 2008 by Brave3, a former Community Coordinator and current Supervisor.
It was later taken on by Deb, a Community Assistant, and Stupid Little Genius, a Supervisor and made what it is today.
Matthew C. had the idea to help those wanting to become supervisors to learn more about what supervisors do. The program grew from those ideas. Stupid little genius made it the success it is today.
