Student-lead, Interdisciplinary Project-based Learning for Continuous Success in Animation Education

摘要

In the animation industry, as with many other industries, there is a demand for not only skilled artisans but also creative thinkers, problem solvers, leaders, and communicators. As a very small animation program at Brigham Young University (BYU) competing against large programs at art schools, we have to play to our strengths as a program and university. This incorporates interdisciplinary, collaborative mentored experiences to help students develop both specific skills and well-rounded success. They bring their creativity into a structure where they can not only learn skills but also be empowered in their work and learning. Our students have had major success in winning awards and with high hiring percentages including top studios. This paper outlines some of our methods for helping these mentored experiences thrive.