Trying to keep with the latest information on the web can be overwhelming not to mention time consuming. RSS, Real Simple Syndication, offers a solution for those seeking to simplify and minimize the amount of virtual running around they do. An RSS reader brings new information and updates to you in one location. It is completely customizable and provides updates solely on the sites you have selected to follow.
This activity was my first experience with RSS and I have to admit it feels like an answer to my SOS distress single. In the past I have had difficulty staying current with a number of the sites I enjoy following. There have been instances when I have missed out on an opportunity because important dates have already passed by the time I get the information. I am thrilled that I no longer have to spend so much time and energy checking each individual site. With my RSS reader all that information will come to me and be in one accessible place. Setup for my Feedly account was simple and quick. One of the added bonuses I encountered while personalizing my account was the discovery of two new pages I had never heard of but am very interested in. I am still being exposed to new things even while I am condensing the process by which I stay informed. I think this technology will be a great asset to my personal and professional life. It will help me use my time more efficiently and keep me current. Information will still be relevant by the time it reaches me. I think teachers could utilize RSS technology in a multitude of ways. I intend to incorporate RSS into my instruction to assist in teaching media literacy.
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