Perspectives on Digital Burnout in Second Language Acquisition (Advances in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design)

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused widespread burnout and demotivation among professionals and students, leading to academic exhaustion and a sense of inadequacy towards the academic workload, particularly in the realm of second language acquisition. However, digital burnout in this context remains unexplored, leaving language learners without the necessary guidance to overcome this challenge. Perspectives on Digital Burnout in Second Language Acquisition provides a timely and comprehensive solution to this pressing problem. Edited by Ali Kurt from Istanbul Esenyurt University, this groundbreaking book brings together academic scholars to delve into the causes, consequences, and potential solutions of digital burnout in language learning. By examining the intersection of modern language acquisition technologies and distressed social psychology, the book offers valuable insights and practical strategies to help individuals navigate the challenges of digital burnout. As the world increasingly relies on digital tools and platforms, it is crucial to address the issue of digital burnout in second language acquisition. Perspectives on Digital Burnout in Second Language Acquisition fills a critical gap in research and equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to understand and tackle this challenge. Whether you are a language learner, teacher, administrator, researcher, or parent, this book will provide invaluable guidance in navigating the technological burden and psychological impact of burnout in language learning.

Ali KURT - Contributing Author obtained his Ph.D. in English Language Education, focusing on intrinsic motivation for language acquisition, from Canakkale 18Mart University, Turkey, in 2021. Ali Kurt's dissertation significantly contributed to understanding the influential role of intrinsic motivation and has offered innovative solutions to this common issue. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Kurt has demonstrated exemplary teaching abilities across various educational settings. He has taught diverse subjects, including special education classes, General English, and Academic English, at primary, secondary, and pre-sessional English schools, as well as many different courses, such as Academic Writing, Communication Skills, and Communicative Competence in different departments. As an 'English exams' expert since 2015, Kurt has successfully prepared students for both national and international exams. Currently, Dr. Kurt holds the position of director at a renowned university's pre-sessional English school, where he oversees operations and leads a team of educators. Ali Kurt's contributions to the academic community extend beyond teaching. He has conducted influential research on learning and motivation, digitized language learning, digital burnout, productive skills, error analysis, and English for special purposes. As a thought leader in the field, he endeavors to advance language education practices.