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AI Theatre: Interactive Conversational Interfaces with Virtual Agents Can Increase Confidence and Self-Efficacy in Devising Solutions for Interpersonal Conflict Scenarios, Daniel Pillis*, Pat Pataranutaporn*, Pattie Maes, Misha Sra, MIT Media Lab — 2024
AI Theatre: Interactive Conversational Interfaces with Virtual Agents Can Increase Confidence and Self-Efficacy in Devising Solutions for Interpersonal Conflict Scenarios
Recent advances in AI and large language models have enabled real-time interactions with virtual characters.
AI Theatre explores multi-agent conversations to study how virtual interactions can improve real-life communication. Inspired by Augusto Boal, AI Theatre simulates interpersonal conflict, allowing users to practice resolution strategies in a safe environment. A study with 240 participants showed increased confidence and skill.
AI Theatre
AI Theatre uses interactive conversational agents and virtual characters to explore communication, interpersonal conflict, and confidence. Recent advances in AI and language models enable dialogue.
AI Theatre
Inspired by Augusto Boal’s theatre of the oppressed, AI Theatre simulates conflict scenarios, allowing users to rehearse resolution strategies safely and reflect on communication dynamics.
AI Theatre
A study involving two hundred forty participants found that practicing with virtual agents increased confidence and self-efficacy in addressing interpersonal conflicts and improving communication skills.
Demonstration of User Interface
