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Avatars and Knowledge Sharing

2017 | International Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0
Authors: Fehrenbacher, Dennis D.; Weisner, Martin M.

Abstract: In human-computer interactions, digital representations of humans (called avatar ... Expand

Abstract: In human-computer interactions, digital representations of humans (called avatars) are commonly used. We study how knowledge sharing behavior within an organization is affected by avatar use among co-workers in a computer-mediated environment. Such inquiry is important because of the essential role of knowledge exchange for organizational success. Drawing on construal level theory, we examine how avatar use can influence knowledge exchange. Conducting an experiment that involves eye trackers, we predict and show that avatar use can decrease participants’ willingness to share knowledge. Our findings also suggest that factors traditionally associated with knowledge sharing interact with the manner in which humans are digitally represented (avatar vs. real-life image). We further discuss the implications of changes in eye gaze patterns that result from variations in digital representations of humans. Collapse

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Topics: knowledge sharing communication service infrastructure computer software usability enterprise information system

Methods: oculometry descriptive statistic experiment survey Student's t-test

Theories: social psychology theory construal level theory
Application of a Virtual Collaborative Environment in a Teaching Case.

2016 | Americas Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0
Authors: Baiyere, Abayomi; Li, Hongxiu

Abstract: This paper demonstrates the use of technology in enabling and facilitating colla ... Expand

Abstract: This paper demonstrates the use of technology in enabling and facilitating collaborative teaching in an IS project management teaching case in the virtual environment. The motivation and objectives of the Synergizer case (IS project management case), the adopted methodology for the case development and the underlying theory for the teaching process are presented. Based on lessons from the case, this paper provides teaching suggestions and discusses a possible delivery mode of interactive learning in IS field in the virtual environment. Furthermore, the paper presents the implementation of the teaching case in a collaborative environment as demonstration of an emergent re-calibration of a curriculum delivery to meet changing demands of the education landscape. The virtual collaborative teaching approach adopted for delivering the course/case should be suitable for teaching other IS courses – including project management, change management and other related courses. Collapse

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Topics: online learning system collaborative virtual environment information system use evaluation criteria IT project

Methods: group interview

Theories: activity theory

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Avatars and Knowledge Sharing

Application of a Virtual Collaborative Environment in a Teaching Case.