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RSS feeds allow direct feeds of the latest content for its subscribers. As such, institutions and organisations are able to keep users up to date with changes, new information, critical updates and applications that can be tailored to suit the individual needs of the user. Not only can information that is essential to update local information such as library news, university changes etc, the feeds can also keep the individual up to date with the latest news and weather from around the world.
This information can be tailored to suit each user in a variety of ways. The University of Newcastle uses its RSS feeds to keep students and staff informed about new databases, system outages, daily news events thought to be of interest to users such as security on campus and extended library hours. By placing this information in one easily accessed location which is continually updated, staff and students of the University can access the latest information with the touch of a button.
Organisations such as Alia can also keep their subscribers up to date with the latest information about subscriptions, research, events such as Library and Information week, or online publications. By keeping members abreast of current content, organisations are able to provide a better service.
RSS feeds enhance the library’s ability to meet the information needs of its users by providing useful links and topics of focus that may impact upon users’ experiences with the library and the University at large. Training sessions for information literacy can be advertised and promoted to ensure that users are kept up to date with the latest skills required to utilise the learning environment successfully. Busy students are able to see at a glance what options are available to them and keep abreast of problems that may impact upon their student experience.
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