Wednesday, May 27, 2009

RSS feeds

RSS feeds and newsreaders.
Why should I use it?
It puts you in control of the information you receive - you only need visit one website as opposed to several that you want to follow. You can subscribe and unsubscribe easily. It helps eliminate spam emails, and being overwhelmed with extra emails.

What do you like about RSS and newsreaders?
RSS solves a problem for people who regularly use the web. It allows you to easily stay informed by retrieving the latest content from the sites you are interested in. You save time by not needing to visit each site individually.

What sites did you select for your RSS reader:

The annoyed librarian


How do you think you might be able to use this technology in your work?
A few ways Libraries may use RSS

1. Create an RSS feed for new additions to the online catalog.

2. Create an RSS feed for new programs and events posted on the library website.

3. Create an RSS feed for press releases and other media advisories.

4. Create an RSS feed for library job openings.

5. Subscribe to a few professional RSS feeds and share with library staff on the library intranet.


How can libraries use RSS or take advantage of this new technology?
I found this great little clip...

http://www.slideshare.net/sukhi/rss-and-its-use-in-libraries

Did you find any good examples of other library blogs?

Mosman Library

Adelaide City Library
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