Authors:
Anton Sigitov
1
;
André Hinkenjann
1
and
Oliver Staadt
2
Affiliations:
1
Institute of Visual Computing, Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences, Sankt Augustin, Germany
;
2
Institute of Computer Science, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
Keyword(s):
Computer-supported Cooperative Work, Co-located Collaboration, Groupware, 2D Level Design, Group Behavior, User Roles.
Abstract:
This paper presents groupware to study group behavior while conducting a creative task on large, high-resolution displays. Moreover, we present the results of a between-subjects study. In the study, 12 groups with two participants each prototyped a 2D level on a 7m x 2.5m large, high-resolution display using tablet-PCs for interaction. Six groups underwent a condition where group members had equal roles and interaction possibilities. Another six groups worked in a condition where group members had different roles: level designer and 2D artist. The results revealed that in the different roles condition, the participants worked significantly more tightly and created more assets. We could also detect some shortcomings for that configuration. We discuss the gained insights regarding system configuration, groupware interfaces, and groups behavior.