This second studio course in design for interactive media introduces us to the language and concepts behind Adobe Flash Action Script. Action script represents one of the many tools used in web site construction and navigation for user interactivity. Each student will integrate line art, photographs, animation, video and sound to produce a final project which makes use of the tools and concepts covered. Critical analysis of work in the field will also provide topics for discussion.
Prerequisite: Art 341
Homework assignments are given on each Wednesday. Unless otherwise noted they are due on the following Monday.

Suggested texts:
*ActionScript 3.0 for Adobe Flash CS3 (or 4) Professional-
Classroom in a Book
Flash CS3 (or 4) Professional Advanced- Visual Quickpro
Guide
H.O.T. Hands on Training Action Script 3.0 for Adobe CS3
Pro- Lynda.com

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Pause & Effect reading assignment

Reading- Pause and Effect, the Art of Interactive Narrative by Mark Stephens Meadows

Based on the reading excerpt please contemplate and respond to these questions.
A 1-2 page response (total) is adequate. Due Monday Feb. 1


1. What are the differences between image and text as a form of communication?
2. How does language use metaphor and why is it useful? Give a few examples.
3. How does advertising use ‘narrative’ to sell their products? What makes this approach successful? Give an example.
4. What would be your definition of ‘interactive’- in web development?
5. What are some rules of interaction; in daily American life? –How would it be different in another culture?
6. Explain in your own words what the author calls the “3 Principles of Interaction”
What metaphors goes the author use to describe these principles?
7. What is the difference between the 3 principles and the “4 Steps of Interaction”
That the author talks about?
8. How do you determine if a web site is successful?

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