Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Adobe Animate, a powerful software for creating interactive animations and multimedia content. Students will learn the basics of animation, interactivity, and multimedia development.
Introduction to Adobe Animate
- Overview of the interface and workspace
- Understanding the timeline and keyframes
- Importing and organizing assets (images, audio, video)
- Creating and Editing Vector Graphics
- Drawing and editing vector shapes and illustrations
- Working with the Brush and Pencil tools
- Applying fills, strokes, and gradients
- Animation Basics
- Creating frame-by-frame animations
- Applying motion tweens and shape tweens
- Adding easing and easing curves for smooth motion
Working with Symbols and Instances
- Creating and managing symbols
- Using instances for reusable elements
- Animating symbols for more complex animations
Audio and Video Integration
- Importing and synchronizing audio files
- Adding and controlling video playback
- Creating interactive multimedia experiences
Interactivity with ActionScript 3.0
- Introduction to ActionScript programming language
- Adding interactivity with event listeners and functions
- Controlling animations and user interactions
Creating Interactive Buttons
- Designing and animating buttons for interactivity
- Adding hover states and click actions
- Incorporating audio and visual feedback
- Working with Masks and Filters
- Creating masks for focus and reveal effects
- Applying filters for visual enhancements (blur, drop shadow, etc.)
- Using blending modes for creative effects
HTML5 Canvas and Publishing for Web
- Understanding the HTML5 Canvas document type
- Creating animations for web and mobile devices
- Exporting and publishing animations for the web
Mobile App Development with Animate
- Overview of mobile app development with Adobe Animate
- Creating and testing mobile app interfaces and interactions
- Exporting and deploying mobile apps
WebGL and 3D Graphics (Optional)
- Introduction to WebGL and 3D graphics in Animate
- Creating 3D animations and effects
- Integrating 3D elements into project Final Projects and Capstone
- Applying Adobe Animate concepts to create a final project
- Conducting a complete interactive animation or multimedia project
- Final project presentation and evaluation
Assessment:
- Class participation and engagement
- Hands-on exercises and animation projects
- Mid-term and final interactive projects
- Final project presentation and evaluation