module 8

As I worked through the earlier modules, I came across the term 'RSS feeds' and promptly recorded a random definition which encompassed three types of feed and which I might add, filled me with some trepidation. Once I'd immersed myself in Module 8 I was relieved to find more than one explanation which clarified it all for me.

I was excited at the prospect of subscribing to various sources, primarily news sites such as 'The Sydney Morning Herald World Headlines' and the BBC News, and I was also happy to discover several Italian news sites, one of which is interactive and welcomes articles, comments on stories, etc. This could be useful for both teacher and students of Italian.

I am keen to investigate more sites to subscribe to as soon as time permits.

Certainly, it is interesting to see how the movement of knowledge has now radically changed. As the you-tube videos describe it 'a simple web site that becomes your home' for recording all the material that arrives from your favourite web sites. I also love the idea of accessing a simple list that shows up all my frequently visited sites.

Two major benefits of RSS feeds are:

1. You save time

2. You ensure your privacy by not needing to join each site's email newsletter.

Well, I think I have now read, understood, synthesized and evaluated. Not bad for a luddite?

Just the odd cloud on the horizon now.