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Animation ConceptsComputer Literacy1Purposes of Animation2Engages the audienceFocuses audience attentionAdds emphasis to important points Controls the flow of information

Text, images, shapes, SmartArt diagrams, and other objects can be animated to engage the audience and focus their attention, add emphasis to important information, and to control the flow of information on a slide. Animation should enhance the message of a presentation, not distract from it.2Types of Animations3Types of Animations:Entrance animations control how an object moves onto or appears on a slideEmphasis animations draw attention to an object already on a slideExit animations control how an object leaves or disappears from a slideMotion Paths control the movement of an object from one position to another along a predetermined path3Example of Multiple Animations4Example of a Motion Path Animation5

Example of a Modified Motion Path6Example of Modified Settings and Timing7Example of Animated Text8Entrance animationFadeWipeEmphasis animationColor PulseGrow/Shrink

Exit animationFly OutShapeMotion Paths animationLoopsCustom Path

Congratulations!You are now ready to complete the animation assignment.Instructions:

Prepare a presentation on the product or service of your choice.Include a minimum of five slides including the title slide, three content slices, and a summary slide.Use photos, clip art, and SmartArt to support your message.Animate a minimum of four objects in your presentation using one of each category of animation.Adjust animation settings and timings of animations as needed.E-mail your presentation to your instructor.

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