Evaluating the moLICC notation using the cognitive dimensions of notations framework

Abstract

Computer Supported Collaborative Work (CSCW) denotes a class of systems with which users interact to cooperate, coordinate and communicate with one another. New challenges led various research fields to study CSCW, especially interaction design. In order to support the interaction design of collaboration based on Semiotic Engineering at a tactical level, an extension to the MoLIC (Modelling Language for Interaction as Conversation) language was proposed, allowing designers to consider the influences between users, cooperative tasks and awareness mechanisms. The extended language is called MoLICC. In this work, we present an analysis of MoLICC using the Cognitive Dimensions of Notations (CDN) framework, which allowed us to find limitations in the language. Results point to possible improvements to the language and features for a tool to support interaction design using MoLICC.