Anthropomorphism of computerized agents, avatars, and technologies has been the focus of a large body of research in human-computer interaction (HCI). Yet, operational definitions of anthropomorphism vary greatly, creating the potential for error when broad theoretical conclusions are drawn from operationalizations lacking in content validity. This scoping review aimed to identify and categorize the range of operationalizations of anthropomorphism in experimental studies of computerized agents, avatars, and technologies, adding needed clarity to a diverse area of inquiry. Using five selection criteria, this review categorized the operationalization(s) of anthropomorphism in 31 experiment-based articles published in academic research journals. Results showed a heavy dominance of manipulations of physical appearance as operationalizations of anthropomorphism, which thretens content validity and raises questions about the understanding of anthropomorphism in HCI.

计算机化代理、化身和技术的拟人化一直是大量人机交互 (HCI) 研究的焦点。然而，拟人化的操作定义差异很大，当从缺乏内容有效性的操作化中得出广泛的理论结论时，就有可能出错。该范围审查旨在识别和分类计算机化代理、化身和技术的实验研究中拟人化的操作范围，为不同的调查领域增加所需的清晰度。本综述使用五个选择标准，对发表在学术研究期刊上的 31 篇基于实验的文章中的拟人化操作进行了分类。