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On the Relationship Between Semantic Transparency and Cognitive Load: Does Context Matter in Process Models?

In: Information Systems and Neuroscience

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  • Amine Abbad-Andaloussi

    (University of St Gallen)

  • Dung My Thi Trinh

    (Technical University of Denmark)

  • Barbara Weber

    (University of St Gallen)

  • Hugo A. López

    (Technical University of Denmark)

Abstract

Declarative process models offer flexibility in representing complex processes, but can be difficult to understand due to their implicit control flow. Improving their representation, particularly by investigating and enhancing their semantic transparency, can help address this challenge. This paper proposes an empirical research model to examine how varying levels of semantic transparency, encoded in different visual notations of declarative models, affect users’ cognitive load and visual behavior in the presence and absence of contextual information. The findings will lead to a better understanding of the effects of semantic transparency and will support the design of understandable declarative models.

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  • Amine Abbad-Andaloussi & Dung My Thi Trinh & Barbara Weber & Hugo A. López, 2025. "On the Relationship Between Semantic Transparency and Cognitive Load: Does Context Matter in Process Models?," Lecture Notes in Information Systems and Organization, in: Fred D. Davis & René Riedl & Jan vom Brocke & Pierre-Majorique Léger & Adriane B. Randolph & Gernot (ed.), Information Systems and Neuroscience, pages 193-203, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:lnichp:978-3-032-00815-2_18
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-00815-2_18
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