I set up an igoogle page and have made it look pretty - better than just opening up to a google search which is what I had before. I have added just the basic tools like calendar, time, weather, unit converter, maps etc as well as setting up the reader on that page. I think in theory this is a good way of keeping up with information but also see time once again being an issue. I think it is great that it goes into one place, rather than having to search for info, but I still need time to read and check out the feeds. Another way that I am kept up to date with some sites that don't offer RSS feeds is through emails - generally e-newsletters or tips of the week. I also find this a useful way of keeping up with changes. In my workplace, I think on a professional level that this could be really useful in staying up to date, getting the latest information, but don't think I'll use it with the kids as yet. One thing that I think they really should set up for feeds is the Australian Curriculum website - at the moment you can only receive email updates.
At a conference recently, I heard Joyce Valenza talk about how she has used them with the students for their individual projects - following news feeds, current affairs - I think anyway. Anyone who has seen Joyce will understand - amazing woman with an amazing amount of energy and knowledge - so much information in such a short amount of time!!!
I was going to start looking at Week 3's tasks but am all "tooled" out! S
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