Animation
Animation can be used to support understanding of difficult concepts or procedures by presenting them in ways that are simplified, broken down, and revealed progressively over time.
Examples in Practice
Examples in Practice
- Educational animation examples at Explania
Technologies
Technologies
University Supported
University Supported
- Powerpoint - Although not an animation tool per se, keep in mind that you can do very simple animations in powerpoint. By using the animation tools you can build diagrams gradually to show process or to tame complexity.
FASS-supported
FASS-supported
- Custom animation service - The FASS team includes expertise on educational animations. If you're interested in having an animation created for your unit, please contact the FASS team.
Unsupported
Unsupported
- PowToon - Tool for DIY animations (free + paid)
NOTE: University Supported: supported by the University of Sydney helpdesk. FASS Supported: available to Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences staff. Unsupported: Used by academics but not supported by the university. More info on the About page.