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Jieun Kiaer is Professor in Korean Language and Linguistics at the University of Oxford, UK. Alfred Weng Tat Lo is an Oxford-Wolfson-Marriott doctoral researcher of East Asian Studies and Applied Linguistics at the University of Oxford, UK, as well as a junior visiting scholar of English Language Education at the Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
An insightful and pioneering exploration of the intersection between fandom and AI language education, Kiaer and Alfred's Fandom Language Learning: A Digital Transformation of Language Education is a must-read for educators seeking to harness the latest digital innovations in their teaching practices. This book brilliantly captures the essence of how transformative technologies and fan culture can be amalgamated to create engaging and effective language learning environments. I highly recommend this groundbreaking work to anyone involved in educational development or language teaching. -- Dr Hyejeong Ahn, University of Melbourne, Australia Jieun Kiaer and Alfred W. T. Lo’s groundbreaking exploration of how fan culture and digital innovation reshapes language learning culminates in this insightful book, which argues that passion-driven engagement within fandoms turns language learning into a vibrant, community-oriented experience, making it both enjoyable and effective. By blending insights from the Affective Turn in language education with practical guidance, Kiaer and Lo illuminate the transformative potential of social media and AI in fostering multilingualism and transcultural immersion. A must-read for educators and learners alike, this book reimagines language learning as a self-driven joyful journey fuelled by passionate interests and collaborative spirit. -- Professor Angel M. Y. Lin, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
