Question

To prevent spammers we can make a quiz or something of the Code of Conduct that they have to take to start using OS. Because people when they agree to any terms no one reads it. Because it is usually like 50 pages long and no one has time.

Answer 1

But the Code of Conduct is not that long.

Answer 2

I was thinking of this idea for a while and then @Joel_the_boss brought it up (but in another post where this wouldn't be discussed). :)

Answer 3

The Code of Conduct is the shortest Terms of Agreement EVER.

Answer 4

that is a good idea

Answer 5

Also there should be a pool of questions so each time you get different questions so that a spammer, hacker or troller can't memorize the answers. And also you have to get them all right or like 80%. If you don't meet the requirement, they have to read the CoC again and retake the quiz. It should be like 10 question long or maybe even 5.

Answer 6

Thanks @samanthagreer @nightwielder

Answer 7

and the is why your name is the smart one

Answer 8

That is an amazing idea. @TheSmartOne

Answer 9

@nightwielder The code of conduct is not that short.

Answer 10

Thanks :)

Answer 11

Personally, I have thought the signup should include a short site tutorial and multiple check boces for key topics like language use and what questions are proper. The end result would be to slow down spammer signups as well as ensure that people know how to use the site. And by short, I mean perhaps 2 pages. One showing the ask a question and reply boxes, the other with a row of check boxes and the key rules.

Answer 12

^^

Answer 13

^^^^^^^^^^

Answer 14

Email verification and a SmartScore plague for chat posts would also help.

Answer 15

Plague? Oh goodness. That's supposed to say, "plateau."

Answer 16

Oh my, Compass, but this is a pretty neat idea :)

Answer 17

:)

Answer 18

Thanks A Good Idea! :)

Answer 19

Thanks :)

Answer 20

that is really really like really good idea
bec if here is someone like me they probably ignore to read 3 full page
(its natural) :P

Answer 21

Well, it is a common thing. But a quick summary of how to use the site on one page and one more with some check boxes for the key rules, one line each, one checkbox each.

\(\square\) I know OpenStudy is a homework and tutoring site and I will not use it for quizzes, texts, or any other type of exam.

\(\square\) I understand that the Open part of OpenStudy that anyone can view anything on ths site, so I will conduct myself as if I was in public.

\(\square\) I will not try to use this as a dating site, post profane things, or be creepy.

Things like that.

Answer 22

That would be a better idea ^^

Answer 23

And then a disclaimer that says I agree to this and if I don't follow it I may be suspended or bannedfrom OS.

Answer 24

yah, another line for the rules and a final one for that. Probably all it would need.

Answer 25

So now can I use OS?
http://prntscr.com/5773px

Answer 26

Maybe there should be a longer sign-up form that asks for more information like other websites
Would prevent spammers a bit

Answer 27

@camerondoherty Like, "What is your favorite topic?" and "What dopics do you think you could help with most?" type things? So it stays in line with the site, but makes the process a little more involved. That sort of thing?

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Answer 28

:)

Answer 29

Yea, kind of
When you register it should say some things like this:

What are some things about yourself







What subject(s) do you specialize at? (check all that apply)
Chemistry
Mathematics
English
Science
Biology
Writing
History
Music
etc.

What subject(s) do you usually need help or revision of?
Chemistry
Mathematics
English
Science
Biology
Writing
History
Music
etc.

First Name:

Last Name:

Email:

Were you introduced to Openstudy by anybody? If so, please write their username below.

School:

Perfered Language:
French
English
Hindu
Spanish
etc.

Country:
(List of all or most countries)

http://openstudy.com/code-of-conduct
http://openstudy.com/terms-and-conditions
http://openstudy.com/privacy-policy

😼 I have read and agree to the Openstudy Code of Conduct, Terms and Conditions, and Privacy policy.

Answer 30

Then, your name should automatically be applied to your profile, as well as your description, school, and perfered subjects

Answer 31

Umm. Hindu is a religion.. but Hindi is a language xD

Answer 32

I meant that, I and U are right next to each other on the keyboard cx

Answer 33

:)

Answer 34

And I don't need you as a personal spell check! cx

Answer 35

:(

Answer 36

Well I beat you in SS finally :) xD

Answer 37

I didn't even try lol

Answer 38

Besides, my SmartScore "barely" goes up cx

Answer 39

Oh yea I forgot about an option about adding a profile picture, and saying that it can be changed at anytime in the settings tab above your SmartScore. Also, after you apply you need to confirm your email address and after maybe there should be an introduction video to Openstudy to know how to use it and stuffz

Answer 40

So you are trying to be TheSmartScoreOne... \(\huge\unicode{x1F61B}\)

Answer 41

Bahahaha cx

Answer 42

But, is my idea good? cx

Answer 43

*clicks* or nah

Answer 44

Now I can also use OpenStudy.
http://prntscr.com/57gyiu

Answer 45

@TheSmartOne

Answer 46

Should take longer to fill out the form, slows down spammers by a lot

Answer 47

\(\Large \square\) Nah
\(\Large \square \normalsize\hspace{-1em}\checkmark\) Good

Answer 48

Someone stole my \(\LaTeX\) =P

And I would have posted sooner, cept the browser crashed as I was typing.

Answer 49

\(\Huge \square \Large\hspace{-1.5em}\checkmark ~~Good~idea\)
\(\tiny \square\) Bad idea

Answer 50

I wish I could add it to the suggestion box, but its far too long

Answer 51

You could suggest they read this post and link this. Just note yours is down a bit.

Answer 52

:)