The Use of Animation in the Delivery of Interactive Online WebCT Training

Susanna Harris, Educational Design Services, Australian National University, Susanna.Harris@anu.edu.au

Stuart Fletcher, Educational Design Services, Australian National University, Stuart.Fletcher@anu.edu.au

Keywords

Interactivity, Animation, WebCT, Flash, Training, Adult learning

Abstract

This paper is concerned with the design and development of an online, self-paced, interactive alternative to conventional training, using Macromedia Flash technology. The self-paced learning modules will be offered on the web through the WebCT logon screen. The learner works in an environment that emulates WebCT but is actually a Flash movie. He/she is introduced to the concepts taught in each module through computer run demonstrations that use animation, sound, and text. The learner is prompted to repeat the actions of the demonstration and is guided through all of his/her actions with both text and sound. Later, the learner is encouraged to enter his/her WebCT site and apply what has been learned.