I have never used Google Reader before. I have absolutely no experience finding subscriptions or anything else related to the reader. However, after I went through ten minutes asking the computer what any of this was about and receiving odd looks from my roommate as she walked by while I talked to the computer, I was able to figure out how the reader worked. Once I began to find things to follow and add subscriptions to my site, I noticed that this is something I could really begin to like. I recognized that, not only was I now accessing new items as they were posted, this was the type of reading that I enjoy. I have always enjoyed reading short articles and stories as opposed to longer books. I have a short attention span! The reader allowed me to subscribe to various feeds that pertain to my interests. It is like creating my own magazine that includes only articles of interest to me. So far, I have added 4 subscriptions:
- A Teacher's Education
- Joanne Jacobs
- Class Struggle
- Organized Chaos
Even though my current "magazine" is small, I can see the possibility for growth over time. Many of these subscriptions can lead me to new sites that are interesting to me. I found all of my subscriptions by linking from other sites.
I can envision using this reader to learn about new topics in the future. I can add subscriptions and find new subscriptions as links on others. The portability of the reader is just one more positive feature. I can access my personal "magazine" at home, work, or on the go.
Don't worry, I have a short attention span too! :)
ReplyDeleteI like your comparison of Google Reader to an updated Magazine. It is great that you can access this magazine anywhere, including your Android phone. I don't have too many additions right now either, but I plan on expanding my magazine soon.