The role of animation in electronic course books

Abstract

The article deals with the objectives and the role of animation in computer assisted learning. The author offers an in-depth analysis of the importance of audiovisual interactive learning material elaborated in multimedia form using modern information and communication technologies. Animations not only motivate the student and decrease the time needed for understanding new information but also Support the creation of a virtual learning environment. The paper gives a short review of several types of animation and their characteristics supported by various examples.