Using 3D animation and rich media as learning tools across the curriculum (architecture, arts, math, science, history, and language arts)

Presenters will share examples of 3D work (created by themselves and other well-known animators), show student-led projects using a variety of multimedia forms, and lead a discussion on how to use technology in new ways to enhance learning. The presentation will emphasize how these methods help students construct meaning by becoming active participants rather than passive observers of the media they surround themselves with. Participants will have time to ask questions, reflect on project examples, and explore ways they can implement these methods in their classrooms or programs now.

Friday 9:15-10:45

Conference Strand: Curriculum/Assessment

Educators: will see: the benefits of using 3D design and animation to help illustrate concepts and round out a curriculum; how to use the digital arts and media to engage and excite students; how to break apart and explore 3D animation and other technology-based projects; and how the process can help students to construct meaning on a higher level and teach them to be active creators of media rather than passive observers of it.

Artists: will see ways that they can enhance their teaching-arts work through the use of multimedia and animation.

Organizational Administrators: can see how multimedia arts can be an effective community or school-based program and how to develop one.

Educational Administrators: will see how their schools can more effectively use the hardware they have to develop more meaningful and engaging content, and to use technology to enhance student learning.

Community/Parents: will enjoy the visually appealing presentation and hear new ways to get kids interested in learning using the arts and technology.

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David Rapp is an animator for the largest and most well-respected Rochester-based architecture firm, Bergmann Associates. He also develops educational tools and interactive multimedia through his company, TheMediaTribe. Dave has taught kids, college students, and adults about animation and multimedia development with his partners at ArtPeace, Inc. Having grown up dyslexic, Dave is passionate about finding new ways for all kids to learn!