Animation motion principles constitute core foundational content for animation‑related majors. Students’ command of such knowledge directly shapes motion‑design quality and visual expressiveness of animation outputs. Against the backdrop of advancing industry‑education collaboration policies and rapid AI development, animation teaching is presented with new reform opportunities. Centered on the course Animation Motion Principles, this paper discusses practical logics and feasible values of embedding AI tools into daily teaching workflows. A revised teaching framework is built from four dimensions: course objectives, content modules, teaching strategies and assessment mechanisms. Corresponding implementation paths and industry‑oriented supporting conditions are also put forward. This framework helps learners move beyond simple technical proficiency toward integrated capabilities in creative design and workplace adaptability. It offers practical references for digital transformation within animation higher education.