RSS: Really Simple Syndication
Google Reader lets you read everything in one place. This means that you don't have to open a million tabs in your Internet browser to flip through the class blogs (or various other websites of your interest). It's pretty simple because it routes through RSS, or Really Simple Syndication. The major benefit to Google Reader for CS 404 is that you will be able to link and follow the class blogs, and you will be able to see who has similar interests as you. Social media is all about forming connections. Why should you explore, discover, and think of new ideas on your own when there is an entire audience (both in the class and on the World Wide Web) to help expand your education and deepen your connections?
How to Use Google Reader:
1. Sign in with your Google Account. If you don't have a Google account, go ahead and create one.
2. Navigate to Google Reader.
3. Click on "Subscribe."
4. Copy and Paste the URL of the blog you wish to follow.
5. Press "Add" and the blog should come up in your Google Reader feed.
Note: There are many ways to connect websites to your Google Reader. Wherever you see the RSS button, you can click it and it should automatically link to your Google Reader as long as you are logged in.
You can follow the news, blogs, and various other websites in Google Reader. It helps you stay up to date with all of your interests. Pretty cool!
