RSS = One-Stop Shopping!
In the age of technology inundation and global domination, it
is nice to discover products and services that endeavor to make the navigation
of the internet galaxy simpler and more productive. RSS apps (Really Simple Syndication) seek to
streamline the process of locating information on topics of interest by seeking
out and automatically delivering new content to subscribers combining top feeds
in a single location instead of forcing users to search top news outlets and
favored sites to field articles. Two
categories of RSS apps streamline this process – online RSS services which run
automatically in the background finding articles as soon as they are published
and syncing with apps on a smart phone or computer and native RSS apps which work
with other popular RSS services to sync RSS feeds directly onto a chosen
device.
For this assignment, I chose the Inoreader as my preferred
RSS. Once an account was created, I discovered
that Inoreader would be a good fit for me because as a novice, it provided a
great starting point and a gentle, easy way to group feeds based upon topics of
interest and place the content into folders for later review. I can subscribe to Twitter and Google+ to
access or broaden topic retrieval searches, and this feed reader allows for
permanent storage of information free of charge (with advertisements). Leisure time is rare commodity and I’ve come
across a number of dynamite ideas for library programming that I would like to
revisit once my focus can shift from completing course work back to reading for
pleasure and practical application.
In an effort to earn the extra points offered, I have created
a campus library tumblr page accessible at the following address: http://goodman-mustangs-read.tumblr.com
Five blogs that I chose to follow on Tumblr and through
Inoreader are featured below:
1.
Deep
Life Quotes
o
Web
address: www.LiveLifeHappy.com
o
This
site, created by Robert Tew, seeks to inspire followers with uplifting,
motivational quotes about the human experience.
Powerful and thought provoking content.
o
I
chose to follow this site because I believe whole-heartedly in the healing and
inspiring power of words. Quotes featured
offer well-phrased directives to navigate life’s challenges and celebrate its
beauty.
2.
School
Library Programming
o
Web
address: http://schoollibraryprogramming.tumblr.com
o
SHSU
Library Science Course LSSL 5368 offers a host of library programming ideas, to
which I have contributed, to engage readers and support freshman librarians
starting out on this amazing journey.
o
This
site is bookmarked on my home, campus and laptop computers. Self-authoring quick, large, and year-long
programs taught me the value of planning, preparation, and execution of quality
library programs and the course blog placed ideas I can use and build upon for
years to come at my fingertips.
3.
Harris
County Public Library
o
Web
address: http://harriscountypl.tumblr.com
o
Within
this blog, Grace, the Harris County Public Library’s eBranch Librarian, posts
about books, libraries, reading, and other fun stuff to motivate readers and promote
literary initiatives.
o
My
students and I reside within the northern portion of Harris County. The public library provides an amazing array
of programs, activities, and great text selections throughout the year. It is a wonderful extended resource and
enhancement to the school library program.
4.
Library
Displays
o
Web
address: http://librarydisplays.tumblr.com
o
Within
this blog, a professed high school librarian posts and captions images of
bulletin boards and library displays she has created to bolster visual appeal and
increase traffic within the campus library.
o
Displays
do more than beautify a space, they promote interest and garner attention. I’m always interested in ways to attract
reluctant readers/visitors and sustain the interest of frequent flyers as well.
5.
The
Kirkus Review Book Blogger
o
Web
address: https://www.kirkusreviews.com
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Book
reviews and recommendations from one of the most trusted names in the literary
industry since its creation in 1933 by Virginia Kirkus.
o
In
addition to best seller and ALA award winning lists, I have in the past turned to
the Kirkus Review for insight on titles that are making a big splash in the sea
of well-crafted literature to drive the selection of texts for my own children
and now for the campus library as well.
Your rationale for Inoreader is great and you'll notice that you are one of the only people who did not use Feedly~ and your collection of Blogs will be useful, too!
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