This is the annotated bibliography Annabelle and I will be using for our inquiry project about teacher burnout.
Annotated bibliography
Maslach, C., Schaufeli, W. B., & Leiter, M. P. (2001). Job Burnout. Annual Review of Psychology, 52(1), 397–422. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.psych.52.1.397
This article defines burnout and the [job-based] situational factors. It provides a comprehensive review of this field of research and the field of psychology. Although it was published in 2001, the content remains accurate for the purposes of our inquiry on burnout.
Mahindru, A., Patil, P., & Agrawal, V. (2023). Role of Physical Activity on Mental Health and Well-Being: A Review. Cureus, 15(1), e33475. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.33475
This article provides a review of the importance of physical activity for improved mental health, including the impacts on sleep.
Fong Yan, A., Nicholson, L. L., Ward, R. E., Hiller, C. E., Dovey, K., Parker, H. M., Low, L. F., Moyle, G., & Chan, C. (2024). The Effectiveness of Dance Interventions on Psychological and Cognitive Health Outcomes Compared with Other Forms of Physical Activity: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.), 54(5), 1179–1205. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-023-01990-2
This article compares dance with other forms of physical activity and studies the impact on overall well-being of the self. Dance is a workout and a fun activity that is just as effective as other forms of exercise in terms of benefits to the mind and body!
Pressman, S. D., Matthews, K. A., Cohen, S., Martire, L. M., Scheier, M., Baum, A., & Schulz, R. (2009). Association of enjoyable leisure activities with psychological and physical well-being. Psychosomatic medicine, 71(7), 725–732. https://doi.org/10.1097/PSY.0b013e3181ad7978
This article presents the positive association between hobbies (leisure activities) and overall well-being. This will be useful when discussing the importance of hobbies in one's life, looking beyond social media and television.
Saloviita, T., & Pakarinen, E. (2021). Teacher burnout explained: Teacher-, student-, and organisation-level variables. Teaching and Teacher Education, 97(97), 103221. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tate.2020.103221
Investigates teacher burnout among large sample of Finnish primary school teachers, and confirms the reliability of the Friedman Burnout Scale. This scale can allow us to quantitatively measure levels of perceived burnout.
Hashem, R., Ali, N., Zein, F. E., Fidalgo, P., & Khurma, O. A. (2024). AI to the rescue: Exploring the Potential of ChatGPT as a Teacher Ally for Workload Relief and Burnout Prevention. Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning, 19(23), 023–023. https://doi.org/10.58459/rptel.2024.19023
Explores the potential of ChatGPT as a teacher ally to alleviate excessive workload and prevent burnout among secondary teachers. Findings suggest that AI tools can significantly streamline planning processes.
Pyhältö, K., Pietarinen, J., Haverinen, K., Tikkanen, L., & Soini, T. (2020). Teacher burnout profiles and proactive strategies. European Journal of Psychology of Education, 36(1). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10212-020-00465-6
The article explores teacher burnout profiles and how the use of proactive coping strategies relates to different levels of burnout risk among Finnish comprehensive school teachers. The study ultimately recommends that proactive strategies could be the key to preventing teacher burnout.
amstaffpmpersonality. (2021). What work/life boundaries have you created for yourself? [Online forum post and comments]. Reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/Teachers/comments/u75mq9/what_worklife_boundaries_have_you_created_for/?captcha=1
This post and comments in the Reddit forum r/teachers presents ideas for creating and maintaining professional boundaries. In discussion forums like this, we can learn practical ways to prevent burnout from people in the profession with experience.
Todoist. (2024). Time Blocking — Your Complete Guide to More Focused Work. Todoist. https://www.todoist.com/productivity-methods/time-blocking
This article provides an overview of the concept of time blocking and gives practical advice on how to implement it. Time blocking is typically used for productivity but it can also be used for scheduling time for creative outlets and hobbies.
Harris, D. (2021). Self-Compassion Ain’t Always Soft | Kristin Neff [Audio podcast]. 10% Happier with Dan Harris.
In this podcast, a leading researcher in self-compassion, Kristin Neff, shares how self-compassion is not a soft approach to selfcare. She gives advice on how to implement this in your life to stand up for yourself, and your boundaries.
Rankin, J. G. (2023). First aid for teacher burnout: How you can find peace and success (2nd ed.). Routledge.
Each chapter explores a different common cause for burnout and provides strategies and tips. Chapter coverage includes fighting low morale, diminishing stress, streamlining grading, reducing workload, leveraging collaboration, using technology to your advantage, managing classroom behaviour, and more.
TEDx Talks. (2024, Oct. 11). Preventing Teacher Burnout | Geraldine Hogan | TEDxMiramar [video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvldQl_jm6I
This video talks about the importance of recognizing the signs of teacher burnout and encourages educators to seek help or pursue a career change.
Griffiths, C. (2025). Teacher Burnout from a Complex Systems Perspective. Springer Nature.
The chapters of this book investigate various contributors, consequences, context, and coping strategies related to teacher burnout. Key themes include: crucial role of personal coping strategies, and the general finding that teacher burnout is a pervasive global issue.
O’Donohue, M. (2023, Jan. 1st) How to Avoid Teacher Burnout - 4 Essential Tips [video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCA8fZNL2fM
O’Donohue talks about 4 tips on how new teachers can reduce their workload. Namely: asking for help, not reinventing the wheel, keeping an open mind, and taking care of oneself.
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