Animation technology is a powerful platform in mass media, communication and education. Progressive developments in technological tools together with expansion of knowledge and skills have resulted in an increase in variety, as well as production speed of modern animation products. Research has shown that animation products are increasingly used in education at different levels and subject areas. Art design teaching, gradually develop its powerful function, and promote the continuous development of art design disciplines, also promote the school of art design teaching, scientific research ability and education efficiency enhances unceasingly, development to provide more professional talents for the society. Areas such as research methods, the role of supervisors, research subject trends, and presentation of outcomes are evaluated and recommendations are made to enhance the quality of training to ensure that graduates are fully qualified, and can in turn utilize animation as an educational tool in other subject areas.