Animation Training Moves Learning On
By Mary HobsonAlthough we usually think of animation as being an entertainment tool to create films and programs usable for the film industry, television, and the internet, animation is used for far more serious applications. In particular, there is an increase in the use of animation training; that is using animation to instruct people in skills, knowledge and to illustrate and strengthen educational processes.
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In fact, animation training is a really great tool for instruction that needs to:
- Indicate Movement
- Illustrate Change Over Time
- Visualize Three-dimensional Objects
- Attract Attention
Of course, these four characteristics make it good for other things as well, but we can consider those in other articles.
Animation Training Can Transform the Learning Process
These characteristics of animation have meant that it is in increasing use in web-based instruction packages, multimedia teaching packages and online programs. Animation can transform the learning process, in particular in the case of learning hands-on skills of all kinds.One spectacular illustration of using animation is in teaching surgeons how to perform operations, and allowing them to use animation training interactively to become familiar with surgical techniques before having to operate on people. The advantages of animation in this kind of situation are obvious - particularly to the prospective patients.
New Careers in Animation
These kinds of applications of animation training open up new careers in animation, in particular for animation design and for the technical aspects of animation. Interactive animation applications in particular demand great expertise from the developer, so if you are considering a career in animation, you need to be sure that you are well qualified and totally familiar with the relevant animation tools that are required.Animation is a technique that has been used for many years, but new technologies mean that it's time has come for new applications. If you want to be a part of this new media revolution, you need to consider the steps toward a career in animation.
About the Author
Mary Hobson is a consultant for technology start-ups in Russia. She has also worked as an executive officer in a defense facility and as a university lecturer in computer science and management information. Mary earned her first degree in textile marketing and subsequently studied education and computer science at a Master’s degree level.Source
http://tlt.its.psu.edu/suggestions/research/animation.shtmlPosted on June 16, 2005 at 2:34 PM
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