Computer Apps: Computer Animation - Power Point Culminating Project

Google: Pixar

Discussion Pixar

Video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgpKWdIGl-c watch until about 3:48

Discussion: Technology & Creativity

Software –

Dreamworks: Maya http://usa.autodesk.com/maya/features/

Discussion Preproduction & Storyboarding:

http://accad.osu.edu/womenandtech/Storyboard%20Resource/

EXAMPLE PROJECT

Culminating PowerPoint Project:

You are going to use PowerPoint to create your own animated story book. You should try to create an animated story like they do at Pixar. You will need to create a storyboard on a separate sheet of paper. I really want to see how deep your knowledge of Power Point goes.  You should pull out all of the “bells and whistles” with this project. But you should not add an animation or effect “just because” – everything you do should have a purpose. The ultimate purpose is to tell and support your story. You will be sharing your story with the entire class.

Your  PowerPoint Should Include:

1.       At least 10 slides  (you can certainly use more)

2.       Every slide should have some animation

3.       You should use slide transitions where appropriate  

4.       You should use backgrounds that supports your story

5.       You should use clip art on every slide

6.       You should use shapes (callouts etc)

7.       At least two characters

8.       You will also need to turn in your story board/preproduction notes