Publication Type

Conference Proceeding Article

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

12-2024

Abstract

The rapid evolution of avatar-related technologies provides extensive opportunities for diverse avatar applications in various areas. This study aims to investigate the innovative use of avatars to mitigate virtual conferencing fatigue, which refers to the physical and mental exhaustion from the inappropriate use of virtual conferencing applications. Grounded in Self-Awareness Theory, the research compares the impact of using real faces and user-look-alike avatars on virtual conferencing fatigue, delving into its underlying factors. In addition, the study examines the role of facial attractiveness enhancement on virtual conferencing fatigue. Laboratory experiments with a 2-by-2 between-subject design are employed to test hypotheses. The study extends the SelfAwareness Theory to user-look-alike avatars in virtual conferencing scenarios. The findings will provide valuable insights for organizations and individuals, offering a fresh perspective on the potential form of virtual conferencing.

Keywords

Virtual conferencing fatigue, avatar, facial attractiveness

Discipline

Artificial Intelligence and Robotics | Databases and Information Systems

Research Areas

Data Science and Engineering

Areas of Excellence

Digital transformation

Publication

Proceedings of the 45th International Conference on Information Systems (ICIS 2024), Bangkok, Thailand, December 15-18

First Page

1

Last Page

8

Publisher

AIS

City or Country

USA

Additional URL

https://aisel.aisnet.org/icis2024/humtechinter/humtechinter/2/?utm_source=aisel.aisnet.org%2Ficis2024%2Fhumtechinter%2Fhumtechinter%2F2&utm_medium=PDF&utm_campaign=PDFCoverPages

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