The document discusses the use of RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feeds to stay up-to-date with professional and personal information. It provides an overview of Web 2.0 technologies and how RSS fits within this context. Examples are given of how to access and manage RSS feeds using various tools like Internet Explorer, RSS readers, smartphones, and Google Reader. Potential applications of RSS for libraries are also presented, such as notifying users of new materials, events, and job openings.

1. Access the PPT Slides here: http://researchguides.smu.edu.sg/rssfeeds

2. I want! I want!

3. Using RSS to Stay Current for Professional and Personal Development Presented by: Joan, Joe, Kok Seng, Rajen And Selected Content from Charlotte’s Workshop on RSS to Special Libraries: Law Librarians

4. Overview of Web 2.0

5. What is Web 2.0? Development of online services that encourages collaboration, communication and information sharing

6. Examples of 2.0 services/tools

7. Seen One of These Before? www.rssboard.org/rss-icon-collection

8. RSS Simply Put http://www.thinkartificial.org/web/how-to-make-the-most-of-rss-feeds-redux/

9. RSS Feed Readers Internet Explorer 7 and above [Demo] RSS Reader [Software] Smart Phone Google Reader [Hands-On]

10. Using IE7: Step 1

11. Using IE7: Step 2

12. Using IE7: Step 3

13. Using IE7: Step 4

14. Using IE7: Step 5

15. RSS Reader

16. SmartPhone

17. Library Uses and Applications of RSS

18. What Do We Want from a CA? From User’s Perspective: T______ Customised Doesn’t clog inbox F______ Easy to use A______ From Library’s perspective: Same as the client S_______ Free Ability to repackage content

19. Some Ideas for Using RSS Wusterman (2004) lists and describes them, including announcements, extended services, e-journals and table of contents services, reference service, library blogs, web resource annoucements, search resource, books, newsgroups, search results, and RSS based search engines. Source: Wusterman, J. (2004). RSS: The Latest Feed. Library Hi Tech 22 :404-13 New additions to the collection in the OPAC Users circulation services e.g. for holds notifications/overdues/opening hours New programs and events posted on the library website/newsletters Job openings Subscribe to professional feeds and share with library staff on the library intranet Source:10 ways Libraries can use RSS http://moxielibrarian.wordpress.com/2008/02/27/10-ways-libraries-can-use-rss /

20. Setting Up a Feed Using Google Reader www.google.com/reader

21. RSS in 3 Easy Steps Step 1: Find a Resource you want to get feeds from Step 2: Right click on the RSS icon and Copy Shortcut Step 3: Add the subscription in your Feed Reader Let’s try out one…

22. Hands-On www.channelnewsasia.com

23. Finding and Copying the Feed

24. Google Reader

25. Adding a Feed

26. Viewing your Feed

27. Research Guide: A Resource for RSS Feeds

28. Uploading of Feeds OPML Files Shared Drive W:\Information Exchange\Collaborative Projects\Email RSS Feed\OPM L Files You can upload all or choose the category you interested in. How Do I Upload an OPML File?...

29. Manage Subscriptions

30. Settings: What you can do

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