An introduction to Pixar Animation Studio Adam, Ashley, Janny, Jimmy, Jeffery

Outline I.Introduction A. Motivation B. Purpose C. Research Questions II. Thesis A. Literature Review B. Method C. Results III. Discussions IV. Conclusion V. References

I. Introduction

A. Motivation personal experiences popularity impact on high school students

B. Purpose  exploration of Pixar · development · successful strategies  inspiration for teenagers from animations

C. Research Questions What is the development of Pixar Animation Studio ? RQ1 What is the key to Pixar’s success? RQ2 Wha t life lesso ns do high scho ol stud ents lear n from Pixa r ani mati ons? RQ3

II. Thesis

A. Literature Review a. The development of Pixar ~1986 (1) part of Lucasfilm (2) only produced 3D short films (3) created Luxo Jr. as an icon

~2006 (1) founded by Steve Jobs in 1986 (2) cooperating with Disney in 1991 (3) Toy Story — the first long animated film ~ (1) bought by Disney in 2006

Bureaucracy is the greatest enemy of creativity. Setting up a working environment with creativity Seeking out the employees smarter than the boss Helping the employees in this organization become better A B C D b. The successful strategies of Pixar

B. Method a.Instruments 1. Internet 2. publications 3. questionnaires

b. Data Analysis 1. participants : 323/400 male : 249/female : question 3. feedback

2. Question What do the respondents learn from “Toy Story and Monsters University“?

C. Results : Toy Story

C. Results : Monsters University

III. Discussions

RQ1 : What is the development of Pixar Animation Studio?

RQ2 : What is the key to Pixar success?

RQ3 : What life lessons do high school students learn from Pixar animation?

 High school students' reflection after watching Toy Story & Monsters University (1) self identity (2) growing pain (3) friendship (4) teamwork

IV. Conclusion

Conclusion Pixar has unique secrets of success. Pixar’s animations can catch audiences’ eye. Pixar offers entertainment and inspiration for high school students.

V. References

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