Human-Agent Collaboration: Can an Agent be a Partner?

Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion from CHI 2017 examining the potential for human-agent collaboration and the challenges of developing agents as trusted partners. Delve into key questions surrounding the nature of collaboration, the differences between interaction and partnership, and the implications of viewing agents as collaborative entities. Join experts in HCI, virtual agent design, and human-robot interaction as they share diverse perspectives on topics such as goal understanding, task co-management, progress tracking, and the future of human-agent relationships. Engage with discussions on agency, expectations, power dynamics, and the societal impact of humanlike agents and robots in various contexts, including elder care and romantic partnerships. Gain insights into the complexities of designing agents that can truly function as collaborative partners and the ethical considerations involved in human-agent interactions.

Intro
Sean Andrew
Dr Young Eric
Eric the Robot
What is an Agent
Robots
Romantic Partner
Questions
Agency
Over expectations
The phenomenon
Power dynamics
Expectations
Agent vs Human
Humanlike Agents
Service Animals
What is the productive assemblage
Social assemblages
Constraints
Robot and Frank
Robots and elders
Do robots learn
The Agency
Empathy Loyalty
Relationships with Tools
Teammates
Stephanie