(Digitally) Animate Your Imagination with Adobe Animate
Spark creativity and tech skills! This fun, introductory Adobe Animate course teaches 8-10 year olds the basics of digital animation, from storyboarding to creating simple moving characters. Kids will learn a valuable new skill while having
Anjel Clark
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:(245)
What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. 7 or more throughout the classProjects
3-6 throughout the classAssessment
I provide specific feedback to students on their assignments and projectsClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
This interactive course will guide students through the fundamentals of digital animation using Adobe Animate. We will cover basic drawing techniques, animation principles, storytelling, and sound design. The class will be a mix of demonstrations, hands-on activities, and group discussions. I encourage student creativity and provide personalized feedback to help each learner develop their skills. We'll use screen sharing, interactive exercises, short animated clips, and group discussions to make learning fun and engaging. Students will have opportunities to share their work, receive feedback, and collaborate with classmates.
Learning Goals
Understand the basic interface and tools of Adobe Animate.Create simple characters and backgrounds using drawing tools.
Syllabus
4 Units
12 Lessons
over 8 WeeksUnit 1: Welcome to Animation
Lesson 1:
What is Animation?
Learn how animation works and some history of animation Lesson 2:
Exploring Adobe Animate
Tour the interface, introduce key tools like the Shape & Selection Tool 1 assignment
7 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Your First Animation
Demonstrate creating a simple animation of a ball bouncing using shape tweening 2 assignments
6 mins of video lessons
Unit 2: Bringing Characters to Life
Lesson 4:
Designing Your Character
Introduces basic character design principles and demonstrate sketching in Adobe Animate Other Details
Parental Guidance
Adobe Animate is a professional animation software. While we will cover the basics, the interface may feel complex to some younger learners. Parental assistance might be needed for initial software setup.
Pre-Requisites
Basic computer skills (using a mouse and keyboard). Adobe Animate software must be installed prior to the first class (free trial available).
Supply List
Computer with Adobe Animate installed. Drawing tablet recommended (but not required). Headphones (optional)
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined October, 2018
4.6
245reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Science
I am an Adobe Certified Educator and I have taught digital design and animation tools for over a decade.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$7
weekly12 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Ages: 8-12
