001 – Introduction & Course Outline

During this class we will be exploring a range of animation techniques. We will look at the earliest forms of animation which were achieved using Thaumatrope and Zoetrope technologies; whilst learning how to use more modern animation techniques of Stopmotion and Flash. We will also be viewing a number of inspiring animations to get your creative fires burning.

EXPECTATIONS

In groups of four, write down five things that you expect of me. As your teacher I have certain responsibilities. If I was the best teacher in the world, what kind of things would I be doing?

 

COURSE OUTLINE

Term one

  • Animation History
  • Thaumatrope
  • Zoetrope
  • Flipbook
  • Stopmotion

Assessment

  1. Poster on animation history
  2. Thaumatrope production (individual)
  3. Zoetrope   production   (individual)
  4. Flipbook production      (individual)
  5. Stopmotion production (group)

Term two

  • Stopmotion
  • Flash

Assessment

  1. Stopmotion production
  2. Flash production
  3. Exam

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