In term 3, my primary 5/6 used the software I Can Animate to produce animations for the nursery children within the school.  In the beginning of this study, John Johnston visited the school to introduce this software to the children and they throughly enjoyed this experience.  Following this visit the children worked in groups to produce an animation based on a traditional fairytale.  They learned how to take snapshots, create new frames, duplicate frames and musch more.  When they had created their animation they exported this to iMovie and added music, sound effects and titles pages.

This resource was highly motivational and the children enjoyed learning new skills.  They became very independant and have used these skills to demonstrate this technology to other children within the school.  I would be very keen to borrow this resource again and our school is now looking in to purchasing webcams and I Can Animate.

Pupils comments about this resource included:

Eva (P5) – I have enjoyed learning to make an animation and this topic has halped me learn new ICT skills.  Making my own animation was fun and I woul love to make another one in the future.

Abigail (P5) – I am now able to make a fully completed animation with music and transitions.  It was very intersting and let you follow the path you desired.

Robyn (P6) – I learned how to use a camera and worked to a deadline.

Aaron (P6) – I am now confident in making Stop Motion Animations, can create a movie and add sounds.  It was really fun and enjoyable.  I have shown someone else how to use this.