The Sociology of English Language Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence is transforming English language learning and teaching by reshaping how students acquire knowledge, how teachers facilitate instruction, and how educational systems adapt to new technologies. Its ability to personalize learning offers opportunities for greater accessibility and improved outcomes, yet it also raises concerns about privacy, bias, and unequal access. The integration of AI intersects with cultural and social factors, influencing identity, equity, and participation in global education. Addressing these dynamics is essential to ensure that AI-driven language education fosters inclusivity, ethical practices, and long-term positive impacts on learners and society. The Sociology of English Language Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI explores the sociological aspects of English language learning and teaching with AI. This book examines the development of more equitable and effective English language education practices. Covering topics such as sociology, AI, and English language education, this book is an excellent resource for academics, researchers, educators, and policymakers interested in the fields of English language education, sociolinguistics, and educational technology.

Mohammad Ali Abdellah Al-Saggaf is an Assistant Professor at the Department of English Language & Literature, Xiamen University Malaysia. He earned his Ph.D. in English Language Studies (Linguistics) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). With over 13 years of experience in teaching and research, Dr. Al-Saggaf has served as an EFL/ESL senior lecturer, researcher, and curriculum developer in Yemen and Malaysia. Dr. Al-Saggaf has published and presented research papers on topics such as Applied & Sociolinguistics, Cognitive and Corpus Linguistics, TESL, and Education in several prestigious journals, including the International Journal of Linguistics and Translation Studies, Pedagogical Research, and TESOL and Technology Studies. He is a certified trainer and expert in Outcome Based Education (OBE) and has extensive experience in supervising final year projects and theses, teaching Research Methodologies, and mentoring young researchers. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Malaysian Association of Applied Linguistics (MAAL), the Malaysian English Language Teachers Association (MELTA), and the Asian Federation of Translators and Interpreters (AFTI). Dr. Al-Saggaf is also actively involved in various academic and professional activities, such as organizing conferences, training workshops, and serving on editorial boards. ORCID: 0000-0001-7401-0509

Ali Sorayyaei Azar - Editor Ali Sorayyaei Azar is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Language and Literacy Education within the Faculty of Education, University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia. He also got his Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, Malaysia. In a career spanning 27 years, he has worked as an EFL/ESL senior lecturer, researcher, and curriculum developer in Iran, Turkey, Qatar, and Malaysia. He has published and presented research papers on his topic of interest namely Academic Discourse Analysis, Genre Analysis, Corpus Linguistics, TESL, Educational Technology, and English Language Teaching Strategies in several prestigious journals including GEMA Online@ Journal of Language Studies (UKM, Malaysia), Asian ESP Journal, Asian EFL Journal, Studies in English Language and Education, World Journal of English Language, and Education and Information Technologies (Springer). He is the head of MAAL- SIG (Research Methods in Applied Linguistics). He is also the Editor of three books, including 'Reconceptions of Policies, Strategies, and Challenges in Education 5.0.', 'Innovations in Educational Robotics: Advancing AI for Sustainable Development', and 'Smart Education and Sustainable Learning Environments in Smart Cities'. IGI Global- Publisher, USA has published the three edited volumes. Besides, Dr. Azar has been appointed as a member of the Editorial Board for several journals, including the Asian Journal of University Education (AJUE) indexed in Scopus- Q2, established by Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia; the International Journal of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics (IJMAL), established by Akademi Pengajian Bahasa (APB), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia; Education Quarterly Reviews- indexed in ERIC, established by the Asian Institute of Research, Indonesia; and the journal of Pragmatics and Discourse Research- indexed in Sinta 3, established by Perkumpulan Pengelola Jurnal Bahasa Sastra dan Pengajarannya (PPJBSIP), Indonesia. Scopus Author: 55561989000