RSS is an XML-based markup language used for distributing announcements and other types of information across the Internet. Due to its ease of use and versatility, RSS has become increasingly popular in higher education. RSS can be used to distribute information such as campus announcements, course materials, and many other types of data including audio data. The purpose of this session is to introduce the major RSS standards, demonstrate how to develop RSS content, and discuss how RSS technologies can be used to support academic goals in higher education.
