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Are There Term Limits For Moderators?

Mike M

By Mike M
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Was wondering if there is some sort of term limit for moderators? I really think there needs to be a review of some kind in place. I have read more than once what some moderators post and it is just pure bogus information that just destroys the thread. Mike M

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I have read more than once what some moderators post and it is just pure bogus information that just destroys the thread. Mike M

Could you be more specific?? :unsure:

Tim-n-VA Contributor
Tim-n-VA
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Moderators are volunteers who help keep the board on topic. My guess is that getting unpaid volunteers is difficult. To the extent we like the board to stay on topic, we should be appreciative of their uncompensated work.

Beyond board functionality and rules, moderator comments about celiac are no more and no less valid than anyone else.

Jestgar Rising Star
Jestgar
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Was wondering if there is some sort of term limit for moderators? I really think there needs to be a review of some kind in place. I have read more than once what some moderators post and it is just pure bogus information that just destroys the thread. Mike M

Please do be specific. As Tim said, we're just people and do make mistakes. If something is bogus, let us know.

Mike M Rookie
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Please do be specific. As Tim said, we're just people and do make mistakes. If something is bogus, let us know.
Thanks for the response's. I should have just PM'd the particular moderator. I will do this in the future. All the best, Mike
MaryJones2 Enthusiast
MaryJones2
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And as always, if you have any issues with a moderator please discuss your concerns with Scott directly. As Tim said we are all volunteers here and devote a considerable amount of time ensuring this board runs efficiently and provides the best information possible.

happygirl Collaborator
happygirl
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I have read more than once what some moderators post and it is just pure bogus information that just destroys the thread.

Replace "moderators" with members and I'm sure someone will agree that every post has, by someone's definition, 'bogus' information.

"Bogus information" is obviously, in many cases, subjective.

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Mike M Rookie
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Replace "moderators" with members and I'm sure someone will agree that every post has, by someone's definition, 'bogus' information.

"Bogus information" is obviously, in many cases, subjective.

Absolutely could not agree more.

This is what I am talking about. I was under the impression that a big responsibility of moderators was to provide facts and not purposefully create dissent amongst posters. We have one particular moderator that seems to thrive on playing the devils advocate roll. It is very frustrating and I am sure this is why other members just refrain from posting period in order to avoid confrontation. There seems to be this "us against them attitude". Mike

cruelshoes Enthusiast
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We have one particular moderator that seems to thrive on playing the devils advocate roll. It is very frustrating and I am sure this is why other members just refrain from posting period in order to avoid confrontation.

Actually, that stuff happens from regular members all the time on this forum, and that is why I go so long between posts. It has less to do with moderators. If you have a problem with a particular member of the forum, add them to your ignore list. Choose My controls

Jestgar Rising Star
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Actually, that stuff happens from regular members all the time on this forum, and that is why I go so long between posts. It has less to do with moderators. If you have a problem with a particular member of the forum, add them to your ignore list. Choose My controls
lizard00 Enthusiast
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Moderators are just people, and are members like everyone else. They give of their time to keep threads on topic and keep spam out. I am thankful to them for their service. Their advice is based on their experience, and does not carry any more or less weight than any other member.

I felt that since this was worded so nicely, it was worth repeating.

Thank you :)

We are members here just like everyone else; doing our best to manage our health and learning as much as we can.

Scott Adams Grand Master
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Hi Everyone,

In my opinion the moderators here do an amazing job...but I am biased. Their job is simply to help make sure our members follow the rules, and that's it. They are all just regular board members who have volunteered to help out. If you feel you want to contribute to the board in this way, please let me know.

If anyone has a specific issue that they need to discuss about any board member--moderator or not, please feel free to PM me about it--I do take all complaints seriously, however, you need to be very specific if you do this--provide me with links to back up any claims you make about them. Broad generalizations and accusations without specifics to back them up are not welcome.

Take care,

Scott

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