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New Book from ISTE Explores RSS, Blogs, Newsfeeds, Podcasts, and Wikis in the Classroom
Eugene, OR
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
RSS for Educators
A powerful technology but a simple concept, RSS (Really Simple Syndication) makes it possible to easily access frequently updated content on the Internet. RSS allows Web users to "subscribe" to content and have updates automatically delivered to their computers. Many Web 2.0 tools, including blogs, podcasts, and wikis, have been made even more useful with the advent of RSS technology.
A new title from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE(r)), "RSS for Educators: Blogs, Newsfeeds, Podcasts, and Wikis in the Classroom," shows educators how to use a news aggregator to harness the power of RSS for a variety of purposes, including classroom projects, professional development and keeping students and parents informed. Author and RSS expert John Hendron explains how to use free and inexpensive software such as Garage Band and Audacity to manipulate audio files and create podcasts, and discusses the pros and cons of various blogging platforms. Educators can have students blog and use RSS to deliver their assignments automatically. "With RSS and the Read/Write Web, the possibilities are endless," says Hendron.
A glossary and an extensive list of online resources round out this essential guide to the power of Web syndication.
"RSS for Educators" includes these features:
* A complete introduction to RSS technology
* How to harness the power of RSS for educational purposes
* The pros and cons of low-cost and free Web 2.0 software.
"RSS for Educators" is available online for $20.95 for ISTE members and $29.95 for nonmembers. More information about the book, including the table of contents and a free, downloadable excerpt, is available at http://www.iste.org/bookstore The book is appropriate for grade PK-12
teachers, pre-service teachers, technology coordinators, curriculum developers and teacher educators.
About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), ISTE represents more than 85,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.
Visit www.iste.org to learn more about ISTE and its new initiatives -- including the next generation of NETS for Students, Teachers and Administrators.
ISTE is the registered trademark of International Society for Technology in Education.
About the Author
John G. Hendron has been employed since 1999 as a teacher and instructional technologist for Goochland County Public Schools in Virginia. Hendron produces a regular podcast for members of the Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE). He also freelances as a graphic and Web designer. In December 2006, he received the Virginia State Technology Leadership Award from the Virginia Department of Education.
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A new title from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE(r)), "RSS for Educators: Blogs, Newsfeeds, Podcasts, and Wikis in the Classroom," shows educators how to use a news aggregator to harness the power of RSS for a variety of purposes, including classroom projects, professional development and keeping students and parents informed. Author and RSS expert John Hendron explains how to use free and inexpensive software such as Garage Band and Audacity to manipulate audio files and create podcasts, and discusses the pros and cons of various blogging platforms. Educators can have students blog and use RSS to deliver their assignments automatically. "With RSS and the Read/Write Web, the possibilities are endless," says Hendron.
A glossary and an extensive list of online resources round out this essential guide to the power of Web syndication.
"RSS for Educators" includes these features:
* A complete introduction to RSS technology
* How to harness the power of RSS for educational purposes
* The pros and cons of low-cost and free Web 2.0 software.
"RSS for Educators" is available online for $20.95 for ISTE members and $29.95 for nonmembers. More information about the book, including the table of contents and a free, downloadable excerpt, is available at http://www.iste.org/bookstore The book is appropriate for grade PK-12
teachers, pre-service teachers, technology coordinators, curriculum developers and teacher educators.
About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), ISTE represents more than 85,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.
Visit www.iste.org to learn more about ISTE and its new initiatives -- including the next generation of NETS for Students, Teachers and Administrators.
ISTE is the registered trademark of International Society for Technology in Education.
About the Author
John G. Hendron has been employed since 1999 as a teacher and instructional technologist for Goochland County Public Schools in Virginia. Hendron produces a regular podcast for members of the Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE). He also freelances as a graphic and Web designer. In December 2006, he received the Virginia State Technology Leadership Award from the Virginia Department of Education.
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The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
Eugene, OR
541-302-3789
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