RSS

RSS-Realy Simple Syndications is a family of [|Web feed] formats used to publish frequently updated content such as [|blog] entries, news headlines or [|podcasts]. RSS makes it possible for people to keep up with their favorite web sites in an automated manner that's easier than checking them manually. Basically this means content from these blogs and websites is delivered to the reader in one convenient location. The experience can be a lot like reading email, but can also be thought of as reading your own customized newspaper.

An aggregator, sometimes called a reader, collects (or aggregates) all of your subscriptions in one place, like a magazine rack in your house or classroom. Aggregators such as [|Bloglines] and [|Google Reader] are particularly popular with teachers because they let you check your feeds from any computer. Most sites with an RSS feed provide a link on their main page to subscribe

__Educational benefits / classroom applications:__
 * __Subscribe to and network with educational bloggers in your field of study.__
 * __Share your feeds with other educators. View their feeds.__
 * __Make announcements to students after class.__
 * __Track student blogs and wikis__